Prenatal and Postpartum Massage
I am willing and able to tailor my massage sessions to your individual needs. Different stages of pregnancy may also require different modalities to address your current and immediate concerns. I utilize The Arvigo Techniques of Maya Abdominal Therapy in my sessions.
Pregnancy Massage
- Deep muscle relaxation, tension release, and postural alignment
- Relieves joint discomfort and pressure in neck, shoulders, hips and lower back
- Increases circulation in mother and placenta
- Reduces pregnancy induced edema
- Promotes the balance of the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous system, thereby reducing stress to mother and baby
- Specific techniques applied at term can encourage the onset of labor
Massage During Labor
- Supports deep relaxation between contractions
- Can reduce lower back discomfort
- Massage during labor has been shown to shorten time in labor, minimize discomfort and reduce medical intervention
Postpartum Massage
- Re-establishes pelvis structural integrity
- Supports healthy lactation
- Reduces stress hormones
- Facilitates the healing of bladder disorders, post-episiotomy soreness, and Cesarean Birth
- Relieves neck/shoulder/backdiscomfort or pain
- Supports healthy emotional state
- Aids in maternal bonding