Fiona is delighted to announce that she is now able to offer holistic massage specifically for pregnant women.

PRE & POST PREGNANCY MASSAGE

Learning how to relax and focus internally during your pregnancy will help you to adjust to your body as it changes and prepares for childbirth. Relaxation and self-awareness tends to promote increased well-being for both mother and baby.

Fgtherapies strives to promote an environment that is conducive to relaxation, providing a quiet, undisturbed place that encourages and sustains a deep, regular state of breathing.

In contrast to the effects of stress, the support and relaxation you will receive during your treatment will activate the parasympathetic branch of the autonomic nervous system. This helps to create internal balance and encourages a healthy, smoothly functioning state. When relaxed a pregnant woman will have steadier blood pressure, pulse and respiratory rates; regular blood flow to the uterus, placenta and foetus; and healthier immune system functioning.

What am I to expect from my treatment?

I will work with you on a holistic level helping to alleviate common issues arising during pregnancy such as lower back pain, shoulder pain, nerve impingement and oedema. As your body and mind adjusts to the different stages of your pregnancy I will give you the time and support to be able to share your thoughts and feelings.

Your treatment will be tailored to meet your individual needs and stages of pregnancy. Various techniques may be used including

•      Swedish massage
•      Deep tissue massage
•      Indian head massage
•      Lymphatic drainage

Each session will include a full consultation and may include a massage, gentle stretching and exercises, breathing and visualisation. An end of session review will be given.

How will I be positioned?

You will be positioned appropriately for your stage of pregnancy, side-lying and semi-reclining and you will be supported with pillows and bolsters of various sizes and densities. These positions will protect mother and baby and allow for musculoskeletal aches and pains to be relieved.

Benefits of Pregnancy massage:

•      May help to reduces stress and promotes relaxation
•      May help facilitate transitions through emotional support and physical   nurturing.
•      May help reduce oedema and blood pressure, relieve varicose veins and increase blood and lymph circulation.
•      May facilitate hormonal, respiratory, gastrointestinal, urinary and other  physiological processes during pregnancy.
•      May reduce musculoskeletal strain and pain.
•      Promote postural awareness and correct poor posture.

For bookings or more information please contact fgtherapies