Pregnancy massage

During pregnancy, a moment of relaxation and well-being is always welcome! And of course, the expectant mother embraces a pregnancy massage with the greatest of pleasure! What does it involve? When can a pregnancy massage be carried out? What are the benefits for mum? And for baby? An overview of this moment of gentle respite while awaiting baby's arrival.

What does a pregnancy massage involve?

Also known as a prenatal massage, it is a therapeutic massage whose primary aim is to stimulate the function of muscles and joints. And that's not all! It also helps to improve circulation and relieve the sometimes considerable fatigue of the expectant mother.

In short, it involves gentle pressure applied to the body of the pregnant woman. With the aim of caring for the entire body. We should note that we are talking here about a massage carried out by a professional such as a physiotherapist. So when can an expectant mother enjoy this time?

When should a pregnancy massage be done?

Well, you should know that there is no more appropriate moment than any other. Indeed, from the moment the pregnancy massage is carried out by a professional such as Thalasso Valdys Resort & Spa, as we have explained, it presents no risk whatsoever. Neither for you nor for baby.

Nevertheless, we would like to point out that many specialists will prefer to wait until the first trimester has passed. To be absolutely sure of not triggering a reaction that could lead to the loss of the baby. Thus, as a precaution, we recommend, in line with specialist advice, that you have your special pregnancy massage from the second trimester onwards.

As for frequency, once a week over three to six months will already provide a great deal of relief. And after that, twice a week or more will do you and baby the world of good. So what exactly are the benefits?

The benefits for the expectant mother

As we touched on above, a pregnancy massage cares for the entire body. It will notably relieve muscular pain and tension, as well as the cramps that are quite common in pregnant women. It will also help to promote falling asleep and improve sleep quality.

As well as enabling better recovery. A pregnancy massage will equally help to reduce sciatic pain and relax the joints of the ankles, lower back and pelvis, which are particularly under strain from the added weight. Finally, it is worth noting as a benefit for the mother in particular that the massage also prepares the muscles for the big day of childbirth. But baby benefits too!

The benefits for baby from a pregnancy massage

Finally, baby is going to enjoy it too! Indeed, a pregnancy massage will allow baby to develop their perceptual abilities. In other words, we know that baby perceives sounds, feels caresses, and also a sense of security within their mother's womb.

Thus through the pleasure felt by their mum, baby will benefit from oxytocin. The famous pleasure hormone released by the expectant mother. In this way, baby will equally be able to relax and enjoy this feeling of well-being within their snug, safe little cocoon.