At Louisa Carter Health, we always recommend that our pregnant clients visit a trained
pregnancy massage therapist during their pregnancy to ensure that both body and mind
are able to cope with the changes that inevitably come with bearing a child. However,
the key to starting the journey with your new baby is to ensure that your body is able to
recover fully with the help of trained massage therapists. A post natal massage program
is extremely important as it helps both physical and emotional recovery, regulating
hormones, relieving pain, reducing swelling and can even improve breastfeeding.
Read on to find out more about the benefits of post natal massage.
Benefits of Post Natal Massage
Post natal massages have been shown to help recovery and promote overall health.
Just some of the benefits include:
Stress Reduction
Whether it’s a light massage or a deep tissue massage, post natal massage helps to
reduce physical and psychological stress caused by the pregnancy process. Many new
mothers experience temporary postpartum depression or feelings of overwhelm, and a
skilled massage therapist can help them get through this challenging time.
Pain Relief
Post pregnancy aches and pains are sometimes exacerbated by breastfeeding and
holding the child, which can cause pain in the arms and shoulders. Post natal massage
can help your body adapt to these new demands without the need for painkillers. Even
chronic or severe pain can be alleviated over multiple sessions.
Hormone Regulation
Hormones such as estrogen and progesterone in the body increase during pregnancy.
After childbirth, prolactin and oxytocin increase to help with breastfeeding. During these
hormonal changes, a massage program can help reduce unwanted hormones such as
cortisol, regulate dopamine and serotonin as well as maintain cardiovascular health.
Improved Breastfeeding
By relaxing the body with massage therapy, a new mother experiences better blood
circulation which has a direct impact on the production of milk. Massage therapy
increases prolactin hormone levels and improves lactation by relaxing shoulder and
back muscles.
Post Natal Massage Therapists
At Louisa Carter Health, we recognise that post natal healthcare is crucial to your
recovery and the ability to tackle all the challenges that come with caring for a newborn
baby. Contact our expert team of naturopaths and massage therapists today to begin
your post natal recovery the right way.