Whether it's
pre-conception, during your pregnancy, or during
labour, massage has great benefits for the pregnant
woman.
With extra tension in the body caused by hormones and
a shift in
your centre of gravity, having a massage can be a real
life saver.
Massage during pregnancy can reduce peripheral swelling,
help
to prevent insomnia, reduce muscle cramps and back pain,
and
soothe the nervous system. Regular massages during pregnancy
can also shorten labour time and make the return of
your
optimal fitness easier.
During labour, massage is an effective pain relief
tool. Ask about
how your partner can massage you during labour, and
find out from
Jennifer the important trigger points to AVOID during
pregnancy,
as it's possible to induce labour by applying pressure
to the
corrent trigger point.
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