When a woman is pregnant it is probably the most exhilirating time of her life.  Some women experience very little aches or pains during their pregnancy, but others experience aches and pains that progress the further along they become.  

We certainly are not going to take any drugs or over the counter medication without the explicit instruction from our doctor.  Even then, we question whether or not the pain is bad enough.  Can we tough it out for the baby’s sake?  Do we really hurt that bad?  These are questions we ask ourselves. 

The next time you experience these aches or pains, why not try a pregnancy massage.  They have become increasingly  popular today and are used to reduce the aches, pains, swelling and anxiety of pregnancy. 

Massage therapists who are certified in pregnancy massage know the proper way to position and support the woman's body during the massage, and how to modify techniques.

The massage is customized to a woman's individual needs. The mother's body must be properly positioned and supported during the massage, using pillows and padding. Proper positioning helps to ensure comfort and safety for the mother and baby. 

Benefits of Massage

There are numerous benefits of this massage, such as the following:

• 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 complementary therapy during pregnancy for back pain, when choices for pain relief, such as medication, are often limited.

• Not only can massage be physically beneficial, but the human touch can be comforting and provide emotional support during pregnancy.

• Massage therapy has been found to reduce anxiety and depression.