Authored By Bonnie Hix, Center Medspa
This column is sponsored by Center Medspa.
When you’re twice your normal size with a protruding belly, one of the ways to find solace is to lay on your stomach. While pregnant, your body is going through DRAMATIC changes and bodywork can help alleviate some of the discomforts. A pregnancy massage can provide relief—not only do you get to lay on your stomach, but there are multiple other benefits you should know about: —Some spas (including Center Medspa) have massage tables where you can lay on your stomach with your belly in a cradle—a luxury cherished by most moms-to-be! —Pregnancy massage alleviates stress on weight-bearing joints and connective tissue. —Aids relief for common pregnancy symptoms such as lower back pain, headaches, fatigue, leg cramps, stiffness and neck pain. —Helps relieve stress and depression caused by hormonal changes. —Promotes better posture with ever-changing baby weight! —Last but not least, it allows expecting mothers time for themselves before baby! Carrying a child is the hardest thing a woman has to do in life—at least before the baby is born. Moms-to-be need to remember to take time for themselves, not only to relax, but also to give their bodies a break from the most complex job in the world, creating a life! Read more columns from Center Medspa here.
