Redwood Health Therapies

Pregnancy Massage

 

W h a t   i s   P r e g n a n c y   M a s s a g e ?

Pregnancy massage is a massage given to mothers-to-be. It is completely safe throughout pregnancy and is designed to help you along the way, making your pregnancy as pain-free and pleasant of an experience as possible.

A lot of people see it as a necessity, not just a luxury. It encourages feelings of well-being, which are very important during this time.

Our pregnancy massage therapist has over 20 years of experience with mothers and babies. Trained as a midwife and now uses her experience to help mothers-to-be during their path from pregnancy to birthing.


    W h a t   c a n   i t   t r e a t ?

- Back and leg pain
- Discomfort
- Leg cramps
- Low energy levels
- Muscle and joint pain
- Nausea
- Restlessness
- Sleep disturbances
- Stress
- Swelling and bloating

 

    H o w   d o e s   i t   w o r k ?

- Pregnancy massage has been found to reduce stress, decrease swelling in the arms and legs, and relieve aches and pains in muscles and joints.

It's a popular treatment during pregnancy for back pain, when choices for pain relief, such as medication, are often limited.

Not only can massage be phyically beneficial, but the himan touch can be comforting and provide emotional support during pregnancy.

Some massage techniques, such as deep tissue work, cannot be used during pregnancy. Certain areas of the body should be avoided during this time.

    H o w   l o n g   i s   a   s e s s i o n ?

- A typical session lasts 1 hour, a 40 minute treatment is also available

   H o w   m u c h   d o e s   a   s e s s i o n   c o s t ?

- 1 hour: £40
- 40 mins: £30

   H o w   o f t e n   w i l l   I   n e e d   t o   b e   t r e a t e d ?

- A regular massage, fortnightly or monthly can be very beneficial to you, you may also want to think about trying maternity reflexology as part of your care during this special time.

 

 

 

Pregnancy Massage

Successful and Professional Therapy & Massage Services- Serving- Winchester, Southampton, Basingstoke, Andover, Fareham & Romsey