Massages

Mother To Be Massage - 60 mins - $85

A light, soothing massage using a specific technique that helps to relieve stress on joints, reduce neck and back pains and increase circulation and using the Therapeutic Cushion Support System.

First Trimester:
The primary goal of massage during the first trimester is to provide relaxation and increase flow of the circulatory system. Stimulating the blood system pumps more energy-giving oxygen and nutrients into your cells and increases blood flow to the placenta. Muscle tension can slow down lymph flow, leaving you fatigued and at risk of toxemia (hypertension). By stimulating this system, massage speeds up elimination of toxins and excess fluid, boosting your immunity and energy level. And when it comes to morning sickness, studies indicate that while bodywork won't completely relieve nausea, it can certainly diminish the queasiness. Heat treatments are not recommended during the first trimester.

Second Trimester:
In the second trimester, the increasing weight of the baby can cause muscle soreness. As the mother starts going through these changes, massage is used to relieve muscle spasms and ease structural changes. Your therapist will work to loosen joints, keeping them aligned and to soften the connective tissues, relieving back aches and leg cramps.

Third Trimester:
During the final trimester's home stretch, the baby begins to gain weight more rapidly, pressing against inner organs and shifting them about. Discomfort increases and the impending due date can cause added stress and anxiety. At this stage, your therapist will focus on trigger points to relieve pain while continuing to elicit relaxation throughout the body.

Bring Your Birthing Partner!
Spouses and partners can be included in the massage experience as well. As your due date nears, you can bring your labour coach into your massage session to learn basic massage techniques. It has been noted that massage during labour can be especially beneficial in your birthing experience.

After your baby arrives:
Once your baby has arrived, massage can continue to be an important part of good health care for you and your infant. Postpartum massage can relieve the stress and tension of your new responsibilites and provide nurturing and relaxation to help you in adjusting to motherhood. By increasing circulation, massage enhances the post-birth healing process and has a significant effect on realigning the body when the centre of gravity shifts back to normal.

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