20/10/2025
The ultimate form of self-care when you're growing a tiny human. 🤰✨
That sounds lovely! Pregnancy massage, also known as prenatal massage, is specifically tailored to address the discomforts and stress of pregnancy, offering a range of benefits.
Benefits of Pregnancy Massage:
Reduces Aches and Pains: Targets common areas of tension like the lower back, neck, hips, and legs, often caused by the body's changing posture and weight.
Eases Swelling (Edema): Gentle techniques can help stimulate soft tissues, improving circulation and reducing the collection of fluid in swollen joints.
Promotes Relaxation and Reduces Stress: It helps regulate hormones associated with stress (like cortisol) and increases "feel-good" hormones (like serotonin and dopamine), which can improve mood and aid sleep.
Relieves Sciatic Nerve Pain: By releasing tension in the surrounding muscles, it can often alleviate pressure on the sciatic nerve.
Improves Sleep: By reducing discomfort and promoting relaxation, it can lead to better sleep quality.