Prenatal Massage

The challenges of motherhood can begin long before the baby is born. Massage can greatly ease this miraculous transition into motherhood.  Studies have confirmed what mothers have known for centuries, that skilled and experienced touch does much more than just relieve pain and tension. It helps with every stage of the childbearing year, from conception to birth, as well as the postpartum period. The more positive the pregnancy and birth experience is for the mother, the deeper the connection with the child, and the less likely postpartum depression is to occur.  Mommy is comfortably supported while lying on her side - this allows for the most effective and long lasting massage.

Prelabor Massage

Prepares mommy for  birthing.   The day is almost here and tention is getting stronger.  Stretches and massage are done to help prepare mother emmotionally and physically birth.  Concentration is placed on acupressure points that research has shown helps stimulate and ease the birthing process. 

Postpartum/Post-natal Massage

Can be done as soon after birth as you wish. Postpartum massage accelerates the healing process and relieves fatigue from sleep deprivation. This is a very special time for a woman who is going through many physical, emotional and lifestyle changes from pregnancy to motherhood. This massage can be a great support for her during this time.  Massage has been proven effective against Postpartum depression. 

 

Definitions of Therapeutic Modalities

Perinatal  Massage

American Heritage Dictionary,  " adj.   Of, relating to, or being the period around childbirth, especially the five months before and one month after birth."  In other words, prenatal, labor, and postpartum.

Zen Shiatsu Massage

Traditional ly thisJapanese massage performed fully clothed on a mat placed on the floor or on the table.  This modality employs acupressure (finger pressure along  meridians or energy pathways), percussion, and gentle stretches.  Re-aligns your Chi  (energy).  Helps the body heal itself from the inside out.

Myofascial  Release Therapy

Reprograms and restores the muscles.  Excellent for injuries,  postural misalignment, and simple aches & pains.   Perfect  for Pregnancy related Sciatica and Nursing pains.  Active and Direct Release, resistance stretches,  targeted deep tissue massage, and suggested exercises.  Proven help for conditions such as Sciatica, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Plantar Faciitis,  Frozen Shoulder, etc.

Deep Tissue Massage

Excellent for chronic pain and tightness.  Slow, deep, and intense pressure is applied to multiple layers of muscles in order to  "untangle" the knots.

Swedish Massage 

 "Traditional"  massage using  lotion,  percussion, acupressure, and long gliding strokes performed on a table.  Perfect for relaxing  and stress management, and an overall sense of well-being.

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