From the earliest weeks of pregnancy all the way through postpartum, the female body goes through a series of consistent changes. From shifting pelvic bones and a growing belly all the way to swollen ankles and a strong sense of smell. Every day the body does twice the work inside and out. It is easy to argue that regular massages can help mom feel relaxed, but is it really necessary to come more than once or twice? You may be asking yourself, how often should I get prenatal massage?
Recommended Appointment Schedule For Prenatal Massage
For prenatal massage, it is recommended that your appointments coincide with your doctor visits. This means once a month until 27 weeks, and twice a month until 36 weeks. After that, it is recommended that you transition to weekly appointments until you give birth. At 39-40 weeks we can begin working labor stimulation into the massage as well. Just as the OB/GYN wants to see you through important mile stones, your massage therapist will want to keep your changing body in physical and mental alignment.
Massage Therapy allows for a balance of hormones, specifically cortisol, the stress hormone. Stress is not good for mom or baby. It derails sleep cycles, healthy habits such as eating right and exercising, and changes brain chemistry. As different things in life cause stress to change and progress, regular massages can help keep cortisol surges at bay.
As physical changes occur, this can leave Momma with some growing pains. Throughout the pregnancy, the pelvis goes through some pretty dramatic shifts and leaves most women with low back pain. Added weight causes posture to distort, leaving pregnant women with sore muscles from head to toe. Releasing tense muscles brings pain relief and better posture. Women have reported being able to move more freely after receiving a massage. These effects are extremely beneficial and for best, long lasting results it is recommended to come in regularly.
Towards the end of pregnancy, most women will admit to it being down right uncomfortable. The pregnant waddle has now taken over and no position aids in a comfortable nights sleep. At Maternal Massage, we give women the chance to lay down, check out, and relax. Many of our clientele report better sleep for up to a week after receiving their massage late in their pregnancy. This is when visits are recommended to come closer together to help east pregnancy pain during those last few weeks.
Making Massage Affordable Throughout Your Pregnancy
Following this prenatal massage schedule throughout your pregnancy can mean you get upwards of 10-15 massages in just 9 months. And that doesn’t account for postpartum. After labor, we encourage our moms to come see us anywhere between 5-10 days for a postpartum massage. Labor is the most empowering experience but the most traumatic on the body. A massage can help ease the body back into its normal state as well as help mom relax and unwind. From pain to hormones and pelvis realignment, postpartum massage benefits are numerous and far reaching.
This might be out of reach financially for people, but because there are so many benefits to regular prenatal massage care, we want to make it as affordable as possible. Ask us about saving 10% by prepaying for 5 massages or save a whopping 20% by signing up for a yearly membership. The membership is for one massage each month for one year which takes you through pregnancy and postpartum massages. Your card will be charged automatically each month for 20% less than regular pricing. You can also add in massages for that same discounted rate if you need to do more in any given month. Ask us about packages and memberships before checking out at your next massage.
Take advantage of the vast benefits of prenatal massage in Salt Lake City and call or text 385-351-5626 to book your appointment today.