Benefits Of Pregnancy Massage

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Would you like to feel great during your pregnancy? A massage is just the thing to help. Massage prepares your body for delivery by helping increase elasticity and range of motion in the joints and muscles associated with childbirth. And by helping blood flow in the legs, massage can reduce the chances of edema, varicose veins and blood clots. (If you already suffer from these conditions, then special precautions must be taken and you should let your doctor know you’re planning on getting a massage).

Is pregnancy massage right for you? Pregnancy massage is safe for most pregnant women. But if you have questions, we encourage you to read our articles for more information. The APMA gathers information from the leading pregnancy research organizations and presents it to you so that you can make an informed decision about whether pregnancy massage is right for you.

Pregnancy Massage does a Mama Good

Friday, 09 April 2010 15:51 |

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Massage Helps Post Partum Depression

Written by Rick Morgan |

Pregnancy Massage and Depression

It’s every new or expecting mom’s nightmare: postpartum depression. The inability to be happy about your newborn. The uncontrolled crying and desire to stay in bed and do nothing. The worst part is the guilt. When a woman is going through this she has a hard time taking care of her newborn. She wants to be happy about her baby, she wants to take care of it, but her depression gets in the way. The guilt then leads into a cycle of more depression.

How to Choose a Massage Therapist

When you’re choosing a pregnancy massage therapist, there are a few things you should look for:

The therapist maintains all appropriate licenses and permits for providing Massage Therapy in the jurisdiction in which he/she practices. Therapists are happy to show you documentation if you ask for it, so don’t be shy.
The therapist has received training in, and passed all course requirements, in a Prenatal or Pregnancy Massage Training Program.

These are two primary requirements for membership in the APMA, so if you see the APMA member logo on a massage therapist’s web site, then you know they meet the requirements.

Beyond these two requirements, the most important thing to look for is someone who you feel comfortable with—if you feel uncomfortable during your massage, you won't get all the benefits. Asking your friends who they recommend is a good first step toward finding someone you like. Are there any expectant mom blogs or forums in your area? Visit them and ask for recommendations.

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