Hi J Before I became a midwife I worked as a
massage therapist and frequently massaged pregnant women. I don’t feel
that any particular style is any better then another. Some considerations are
taken into account when massaging pregnant women ie is there a history of
miscarriages, blood pressure problems. Also some acupressure points are avoided
due to there link with the uterus ie gallbladder 21 (in the traps). If
concerned stick to gentle relaxation styles such as Swedish. Also the essential
oils used during the massage need to be taken into consideration as some are
contraindicated in pregnancy. As for the therapist it depends on the
confidence and experience as to whether they a comfortable with massaging
pregnant women. Massage therapists whom advertise pregnancy massage often have
purchased specially designed table attachments that allow pregnant women to lie
face down comfortably and provide rolls to help prevent postural hypotension. Hope that has been of some help Ganesha From:
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On Behalf Of Janet Fraser Hi all, can anyone
recommend a form of massage particularly beneficial in pregnancy? I've been in
contact with a massage student who's been told that she must never on any
account massage a woman in pregnancy as it can cause miscarriage. Personally I
know that's a crock but I'd love to be able to give her better info, perhaps on
traditional and well evidenced forms of massage in pregnancy. TIA, J For home birth
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- RE: [ozmidwifery] massage in pregnancy Ganesha Rosat
- RE: [ozmidwifery] massage in pregnancy Jo Bourne
- RE: [ozmidwifery] massage in pregnancy Ganesha Rosat
- Re: [ozmidwifery] massage in pregnancy Judy Chapman