massage

[dec31st]

Is it safe to have body massage during pregnancy?

[Katalina88]

As far as what Lucy said, no oils or creams with scent are to be used and no aromatherapy. If you can, look for  natural lubricants like vegan oils and such. The less chemicals, the better.

[Katalina88]

I am a massage therapist and it is perfectly safe for you to receive massage during pregnancy just so long as it is prenatal and they avoid specific lower body acupressure points along your feet and calves. Now, this is not to say they must avoid those areas at all costs, but no specific reflexology may be done there because it can cause adverse side effects. It is highly recommended that you receive massage during pregnancy. It helps you both physically and mentally just as it would were you not expecting. And obviously, do not lay on your stomach. It's all sidelying and supine work. Enjoy!

[lucy108]

Yes it is fine. As others have said you must make sure that the therapist is trained in pregnancy massage so they will know how to correctly position you and which areas to avoid etc. Prenatal massage is usually done with a light pressure so dont expect a deep tissue massage. Also check which oils they use because i think certain oils should be avoided in pregnancy.

[RippedonScotch]

As long as they know before hand it is perfectly fine.  

[Smattos1021]

Yes! I worked at a massage place but the massage therapist has to, has to know how to do prenatal massage.  It's very important!

[scarletbegoniass]

Yes just tell them you're pregnant they will avoid certain pressure points it's called a prenatal. Massage