The Ultimate Relaxing Treatment for All Mums to Be

As your body goes through many changes during pregnancy, it’s quite normal to feel pain, pressure and feel sore. Not to mention hormones that can run wild and make you feel like a bundle of nerves. A prenatal massage is the ideal treatment for all future mums who want to go through pregnancy feeling a little bit more relaxed and at ease.

But in order to do that, we have to dispel a few deeply rooted doubts which are preventing many pregnant women from enjoying in this wonderful treatment. We are set to debunk a few of the myths and legends out there that are putting you on the fence, so that the next time you struggle with pain and soreness, you won’t hesitate to make an appointment.

Myth: Massage oils will cause harm to the baby.

Incorrect. Although certain essential oils, as well as all massage oils containing pesticide and herbicide concentrates should be avoided, our salon uses special oils during the massage which won’t harm you or the baby. Oils can be very helpful with nausea, insomnia, stress and muscle pain, if used properly and in right amounts.

Myth: It can induce labour.

False. If a prenatal massage is performed correctly, and the therapist has been trained, there’s no possibility of going into labour. It’s extremely important to get a massage from educated individuals, the ones that are armed with the right knowledge and skills which will prevent them from inducing labour. Certain pressure points are avoided and special massage techniques are used in order to focus on the right parts of your body.

Myth: It will block the umbilical cord.

False again. Scepticism towards prenatal massages seems to have spread like a virus, although most of the facts thrown around the web aren’t true. A prenatal massage can help you unwind and soothe your entire body, but it can’t in any way block the umbilical cord and prevent your baby from getting oxygen.

Myth: Lying down on the massage table can be uncomfortable and hurt the baby.

Not true. Your baby bump will be safe at all times. Whether you’re pregnant for the first time or you’ve never had a massage while pregnant, one of your main concerns might be lying on the bed, feeling uncomfortable. Put your mind at ease, because we use specially designed massage tables that are made in consideration to your baby bump. Your body will be fully supported in all positions, as specialists are trained to know which positions are the safest.

Benefits

There are numerous benefits to massages overall, but a mum to be massage helps with relieving joint pain, comforting and soothing your muscles. Other advantages of this super-amazing massage are:

-Helps with back and leg pain.

-Improves circulation and blood flow to the baby.

-It increases your mobility.

-Helps with soothing aching muscles.

-Helps reduce stress and anxiety.

-Regulates the mood, increasing levels of dopamine and serotonin (the two instigators of happiness).

The entire process is designed to make sure every pregnant woman is safely pampered and goes out of the salon feeling lighter and happier. It’s time to stop listening to old wives tales and take advantage of this wonderful experience that will make you full of the joys of spring.