During pregnancy, your body undergoes an extreme amount of change.  Sometimes accompanying these changes are some uncomfortable conditions.  One way prenatal massage relieves these conditions is by loosening your muscles and joints; this helps your body accept the new transformation that it's going through.  Some other new issues your body will be experiencing, from your pregnancy are:

• tension headaches
• leg cramping
• sciatica pain
• swollen legs, ankles, feet, and toes
• low back pain
• shoulder pain

Over the past several years, prenatal massage has reached such a high level of awareness for personal health and wellness, that it is no longer considered "just a luxury," (this includes any type of massage).  It has been proven that both mother and baby benefit greatly from prenatal massage by reducing the stress that naturally comes with having a baby.  This aids in a healthier, happier, and in many cases an easier birth, physically, mentally and emotionally.

Benefits of Prenatal Massage:

• Relieves fatigue
• Improves circulation (helps with the swelling)
• Promotes relaxation (helps with insomnia)
• Increases endorphin levels
• Removes toxins that make you feel sluggish
• Reduces stretch marks
• Increases joint mobility (helps in the pushing stage)
• Targets neck, back, and leg pain

Prenatal massage is a specialized part of my work.  I received a certification in Prenatal Massage through continuing education, upon getting my massage doula certification (Labor & Birthing Massage). Please feel free to call me with any questions you might have.