Happy and fulfilled mom just after giving birth, you certainly deserve a good massage! It has many benefits and helps you feel better, as pregnancy is indeed a beautiful journey, but it also puts the body to the test.
However, this treatment must be done with caution, as your body shape has changed and there may be painful areas.
As a professional massage therapist, I provide a massage tailored to your new body. I will explain all of this in this article.
The benefits of a postnatal massage
The moment of childbirth puts your body under strain. The contractions, the pain, the pushing phase… all of this impacts your entire body. You have accumulated stress and tension that need to be released. A postnatal massage is an excellent way to achieve this. Pampered by my care, you will feel as though you are freed from all your anxiety.
Additionally, you can enjoy this pure moment of cocooning to rest and relax, comfortably settled on the massage table. Surrounded by candles and the soft scents of essential oils, you’ll just have to let go.
Another beneficial aspect of postnatal massage: it helps you get used to your new body. Enjoy the movements, pressures, and kneading to become aware of your new curves and learn to love them.
What precautions should be taken during a postnatal massage?
Although beneficial for the health of the new mother, postnatal massage is a body treatment that must be performed with caution and by a professional practitioner. Let’s look at the points to pay attention to:
In the case of a cesarean section
If you’ve had a cesarean, the massage should be done gently, avoiding the still painful abdominal area. The position on the stomach is also prohibited. Therefore, the areas to massage are particularly the arms and legs. A back massage is possible, but it should be done delicately and while seated.
Various pains
Whether caused by childbirth or by carrying and breastfeeding the baby, I take your pains into account when performing the massage. For example, it’s common to experience diagonal muscle contractions from frequently holding the baby’s bottle. I consider this and adjust the massage accordingly. The same applies to back pain.
Risk of thrombosis
This is a postnatal risk that should be considered, as massage is contraindicated in this case.
Body approach
It’s true that between the lovely curves and stretch marks, it’s not easy to accept your new body. You may feel apprehensive about showing it. As a professional massage therapist, I am aware of your state and help you regain confidence. My role is to reassure you and assist you in accepting your body.
A well-deserved massage!
For nine months, you’ve given so much of yourself, and it’s not over yet. It’s high time to pamper yourself and take care of your body. Performed with caution, the massage will only be beneficial for your health, so don’t wait any longer and enjoy a well-deserved moment of relaxation to recharge!
