Over the years, of the fields which has seen a resurgence is holistic pregnancy care.
Prenatal massage programs are designed to help boost health and wellbeing for
mothers who are expecting, while keeping their needs in mind. At Louisa Carter Health,
we recommend a pregnancy massage to all expecting mothers to help with a wide
range of health issues.

What is a Pregnancy Massage?

A pregnancy massage is specially adapted to take into consideration the anatomical
changes that your body goes through during pregnancy. A trained massage therapist
has the knowledge and experience to recognise the changes that your body is
undergoing and change their approach as required. Special cushioning systems allow
you to lie down comfortably without harming yourself or the baby. At Louisa Carter
Health we always take into consideration the emotional aspect that plays a significant
part throughout a women’s pregnancy journey, we offer a truly nurturing a holistic
approach to support both the physical and the emotional.

What are the Benefits of a Pregnancy Massage?

Studies show that a professional massage can help to reduce stress hormones
produced by the body. Here are some of the benefits of a pregnancy massage. Some of
the key benefits of a pregnancy massage include:

Treating Insomnia and reducing the impact of stress

A massage helps boost blood circulation and reduce stress hormones that have been
released by the body. Stress hormones adversely affect your sleep cycle and can lead
to anxiety and insomnia.

Alleviating Joint Pain

By massaging the joints, blood flow is increased in the tendons and other parts of the
joint, which helps to reduce inflammation and alleviate pain.

Helping with Neck and Back Pain

The neck and back area are made up of a large number of muscles, nerves and blood
vessels. Stress often causes these areas to tense up, causing discomfort and a skillful
massage can help open these parts of the body up and relax them.

Sciatica relief and management

The lower back, buttock muscle and lower leg pain associated with sciatica is caused by
inflammation of the sciatic nerve. A massage helps find the root of the pain and help
alleviate the discomfort.

Minimising Headache and Sinus Congestion

A massage which focuses on the sinuses allows the areas around the head and nasal
passages open up for easier breathing. In general, a good massage helps oxygenate
the body, reduce inflammation and improve breathing.

Relief from Nausea and Fatigue

A good massage will help alleviate nausea symptoms that can often be overwhelming
during pregnancy. The time to rest and restore will help reduce symptoms of fatigue and
the women capacity to manage day to day life while growing a baby.

Pregnancy Massage Therapists

Contact Louisa Carter Health today to speak to our experienced team of naturopaths
and massage therapists. Click to find out more about prenatal healthcare and the
benefits of a pregnancy massage today!