| p>Pregnancy massages, also known as prenatal | | | | be used for pregnancy massages, such as the |
| massages, are highly effective in dealing with the | | | | Oriental and Swedish techniques. Neuromuscular |
| physical pain and discomfort experienced during | | | | pregnancy massages are also very popular. |
| pregnancy. And a massage always makes you | | | | Qualified personnel can perform these massages |
| feel relaxed, so emotional stress is countered at | | | | safely for the women, the primary goal being |
| the same time. Here, I would like to put in a word | | | | easing niggles and improving the blood circulation. |
| of caution. Pre-natal massages are not to be | | | | Pregnancy massages have several benefits. |
| trifled with. There are specific techniques which | | | | Foremost, they provide overall relaxation of the |
| are employed to massage pregnant women, and | | | | body as well as peace of mind. They also relieve |
| if it is not done properly it may lead to | | | | stress on the pressure joints like knees, and in |
| complications. | | | | general reduce the anxiety levels associated with |
| Pre-natal massages are different from normal | | | | pregnancy. Women about to give birth to multiple |
| massages in a few ways. First, it is important for | | | | babies can benefit all the more from these |
| the masseur to be familiar with the female human | | | | massages. An added benefit is that pre-natal |
| body and pregnancy so as not to harm the | | | | massages reduce the possibility of the occurrence |
| foetus accidentally. The manner in which the to-be | | | | of stretch marks post pregnancy. |
| mother is positioned is critically important for the | | | | Please note, it is recommended that you consult |
| safety of the mother as well as the foetus. | | | | your gynecologist before deciding to go for |
| Please take note that the pregnant woman should | | | | pregnancy massages. Your condition may have |
| be supported with pillows and other forms of | | | | some special complication you might not be aware |
| padding to provide comfort and ensure that she | | | | of. Women with certain health conditions are |
| undergoes no undue stress. The clothing you | | | | advised to avoid massages. Specifically, diabetes |
| wear depends totally on the comfort level you | | | | patients and women with high blood pressure |
| share with your therapist. Tight clothing is not | | | | shouldn't go for pre-natal massages, especially in |
| advised. | | | | the later stages. |
| There are several formal techniques which may | | | | |