PLEASE NOTE: Customer care and satisfaction are our prime concerns. One of our especially trained pregnancy massage therapists will be able to perform your treatment and will follow strict guidelines as to the pressure and techniques used.
A massage can be relaxing, especially if you’re suffering with pregnancy-related physical and emotional challenges, but there are a few things to be mindful of and it is always best to be cautious when you are expecting a child. Recent research has indicated that for the healthy woman a pregnancy massage can be most beneficial, but the client should always book a qualified pregnancy therapist and make them fully aware of how many weeks pregnant they are and any allergies. Some research has shown that essential oils are best avoided, so we use a pure baby oil.
Having any massage helps raise your endorphin, oxytocin, serotonin and dopamine levels, these affect your levels of wellbeing and generally make you feel happy, whilst at the same time a massage can also reduce levels of cortisol, the hormone related to stress levels. Of course, you and your baby will love feeling happy and relaxed.
Dependent on the stage of your pregnancy you may feel that sitting up, lying on your side or a semi-reclining position are good options. You could find that the second trimester seems like the best time for you when pregnancy sickness has passed, but you are also starting to feel the strain on your body of pregnancy-related aches or muscle tension, so this could be the perfect time for spoiling yourself. Ask your therapist if you need extra towels or pre-natal pillows to support your bump and make yourself comfortable.
N.B. If you are aware of any concerns, please consult your midwife before booking a pregnancy massage. During your treatment, if you feel uncomfortable or dizzy, you must inform your therapist immediately, this can be because you need to change position. Your masseuse will work with you to be sure that you are comfortable and relaxed, as the wellbeing of you and your unborn child are of primary importance.
For a pre natal massage Manchester clients have discovered that the best pregnancy massage Manchester has available can be found at Manchester Massage in the Northern Quarter. So, for your pregnancy massage near Manchester you can join the regular clients of this award winning salon for your specialist treatment with one of our pre-natal massage therapists.
A safe pregnancy massage Manchester women can enjoy, knowing that they are in the hands of a trained therapist and relax under her expertise, is the perfect solution to the times when stress and discomfort during your pregnancy may occur. A regular massage will aid sleep patterns, ease discomfort and make you feel truly cared for and eager to look forward to the arrival of your new baby.
Pregnancy is an exciting time, you hopefully will experience the “glow” that many speak of, feel wonderful and simply be happy anticipating the arrival of your child. But it is not always that simple, as aches and pains from the added weight load, plus the increasing effect of the hormone Relax in which acts to loosen the ligaments, result in back ache. This can occur throughout the body as well as in the pelvis, including around the feet which are already under increased strain and this also may result in pain. The pelvis tips as the size of the baby increases, which adds additional stress.A pre-natal or pregnancy massage will help to manage stress, relieve muscle tension and ease discomfort.
Enjoying a pre-natal massage where you are nurtured and cossetted by our experienced pregnancy therapist as she uses a nourishing oil to gently massage neck, shoulders, lower back and lower legs in a relaxing and safe environment.
Your pregnancy massages can also help your lymphatic system work more efficiently easing swelling around the ankles, legs feet and hands.
Never hurry – take your time getting up, and your therapist will bring you a drink of water and remind you to drink plenty during the rest of the day and to look forward to an improved night’s sleep!