How is pregnancy massage different than other types of massage?
Traditional Swedish Massage (relaxation massage) involves lying flat on your back and then later flat on your front while your neck, shoulders, arms, legs, and feet are massaged with firm pressure (with friction reduced by massage oil). Sounds good, right? Yes, but not good for pregnant women. Lying flat on your back or directly on your stomach while someone applies weighted pressure to your body is not in your or baby’s best interest. When you are pregnant, massage must be adapted to accommodate your pregnant body. So, if you call to book a massage appointment, ask about whether pregnancy massage is offered. If it’s not, do not book a traditional massage. Ask for a referral to a masseuse who has been trained in the needs of pregnant clients. When booking your appointment, be sure to ask if your masseuse has a pregnancy table or pregnancy pillow system (for his/her standard table) which will cradle you the way you need to be cradled. Cradle you like, well, like a baby. At first glance,
