Why have a Postnatal Massage?

 

Postnatal massage is just as important as a Pregnancy Massage and having regular massages can be very beneficial for all mums.

 

With the arrival of a newborn sometimes our needs get forgotten however, Postnatal Massage can be one of the best ways to take care of yourself and baby after birth. The massage can help you to relieve any discomforts of afterbirth as well as give you the opportunity to relax and feel cared for and nurtured during this intense time in your life.

 

Postnatal Massage can also be helpful to mums of older children. As you embark on your journey into motherhood, sometimes our own self-care and wellbeing can get neglected along the way. Even if your children are 6 months, 12 months or 3 years old, our body can still be suffering from the aftereffects of pregnancy, birth as well as being mum. That’s why having regular Postnatal massages can help you to correct and relieve any tension that has accumulated over the months and years.

 

Pregnancy, childbirth, and motherhood put an enormous strain on our mind and body. During this period, you’ll find your posture has shifted and this can have an impact on your body; how it moves and how you hold yourself and where you hold tension. The massage aims to release pre and postnatal related tension. It uses techniques to help soften muscles which are overworked, stretched and fatigued from pregnancy, birth, feeding, carrying and everything else that involves being a mum!

 

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Is Postnatal massage for me?

 

This massage is for your if you want to…..

 

• RELIEVE your postpartum aches and pains.

• CORRECT posture, and long-standing pain from motherhood

• DECREASE pain.

• EASE tension in back, neck and shoulders from breastfeeding, carrying, lifting etc

• INCREASE milk let-down to aid breastfeeding

• RESTORE core function and improve Diastasis Recti

• IMPROVE and heal C-section Scar

• MANAGE the changes in your body.

• REDUCE your anxiety and stress levels.

• RESTORE your energy.

• IMPROVE your sleep.

• FOCUS on your own self-care and wellbeing.

• MAKE more time for yourself.

 

Is Postnatal Massage Safe?

 

Post Natal Massage is a safe and natural therapy with many benefits. You can have a massage once you have had your 6-8 week check up and you’ve had the all clear from your GP. Prior to your massage I will ask you to complete a pre-screening form. This will allow me the opportunity to see your medical history and if there are any concerns as to why the massage cannot go ahead or whether the massage needs to be tailored to suit your needs.

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Benefits of Postnatal Massage

 

​PROMOTE RELAXATION by shifting your body into a parasympathetic state which encourages rest & relaxation.

 

EASE TENSION in your the neck & shoulders from breastfeeding and lifting your baby.

 

BALANCE YOUR HORMONES by reducing the production of the stress hormone Cortisol & increase the happy hormones such as Serotonin.

 

INCREASE BLOOD FLOW & OXYGEN to your muscles to help repair & get rid of toxins.

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DECREASE PAIN AND INCREASE RANGE OF MOTION associated with Carpal Tunnel, RSI, DeQuervains Syndrome,

SOOTHE SORE SPOTS & MUSCLE TENSION all of which have suffered a significant trauma through pregnancy & childbirth.

 

REDUCE SWELLING by stimulating your lymphatic system, removing excess fluid & toxins.

 

CORRECT YOUR POSTURE which has shifted since pregnancy & promote better postural awareness.

 

RELEASE OXYTOCIN which will help your body to trigger the let-down reflex if you are breastfeeding.

 

UNSTICK MUSCLES IN THE ABDOMEN to help with Diastasis Recti recovery

 

IMPROVE C-SECTION SCAR including any numbness or tingling

 

GIVE YOUR MIND & BODY an opportunity to rest, relax and restore your energy post birth!

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What to expect?

During the session we will have a short consultation and assessment (including postural, range of motion, Diastasis Recti and Scar Assessments). We will then position you on a comfy massage table facing down into a face cradle. If this is not comfortable for you due to breastfeeding or c-section scar, we can perform the massage in the side lying position. You will be well supported by pillows so that you feel comfortable. We won’t start the massage until you're completely comfortable; your comfort is the most important thing. Once we have worked over your back we will turn you over and work over your anterior body including your abdomen (if this is something you are comfortable with.)

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