In-Home Massage Therapy and Spa Services
~ Pregnancy and Massage Therapy ~
While Massage during pregnancy is not intended to replace appropriate medical and prenatal care, there are a number of indications that massage therapy during pregnancy can address a woman's physical and emotional needs.
[ 60 minutes - $90 / 90 minutes - $120]
Benefits of Pre-natal and Post-Natal Massage:
~ Reduction of stress and promotion of sympathetic nervous system sedation
~ Relief from myofascial pain, muscle spasms especially in the back and neck
~ Increase blood and lymph circulation and support physiological process of gestation by supporting the work of the heart; increase cellular respiration; decrease edema
~ Alleviate stress of weight bearing joints and musculo-fascial structures
(especially sacro-iliac joint, thoraco-lumbar spine, hips and erector-spinea)
~ Devlops sensory awareness necessary to embody the birth process
~ Facilitates Post-Partum structural realingment of spine and pelvis and
rehabiliation of abdominal ans psoas musculature
Post-Natal Masage (after delivery) ~ [60 minutes - $90 / 90 minutes - $120]
Benefits of Post-Partum Massage:
~ To restore pre-pregnancy physiology
~ To provide support through the physical amd emotional
stresses of early stages of motherhood
~ To promote relaxation and structural realignment
~ To facilitate healing
Aromatherapy During Pregnancy:
The following oils blends must be mixed with 2ounces of base oil (ie; Grapeseed Oil, Wheatgerm oil, Avacado Oil, Vitamin E Oil)
Backache: Bergamot (8 drops), Geranium (3 drops), Sandalwood (4 drops)
Headaches: Lavendar (3 drops). Massage on forehead and temples
Heartburn: Sandalwood, Lemon or Lavender about 5 drops of any single oil) in a vaporizer
High Blood Pressure: Neroli (5 drops), Lavender (5 drops) and Rose or Ylang Ylang (5 drops)
Legs and Feet: Geranium (7 drops), Lavender (8 drops)
Swelling: Lavender (8 drops), Geranium (7 drops)
Stretch Marks: A gentle massage on stomach and hips will help alleviate stretch marks. Lavender (10 drops) and Neroli Oil (5 drops) mixed with 2 ounces of wheatgerm oil, evening primrose oil or Vitamin E Oill
Oils SAFE to use during Pregnancy:
Bergamot: Analgesic, antiseptic, antidepressant, uplifting
and refreshing.
Helpful for cystitis during pregnancy
Chamomile: Antiseptic, analgesic, anti-inflammatory and
antispasmotic.Soothes pain from muscular aches,
headaches, toothaches and indigestion.
Cypress (OK after 5 months) : Antiseptic, antispasmodic, astringent and diuretic.
Helpful for varicose veins and swollen ankles.
Eucalyptus: Antiseptic, antibiotic, analgesic, anti-nflammatory,
Helpful for respiratory congestion
Frankincense: Antiseptic, astringent, sedative, warming qualities
Geranium (OK after 3 months):Antiseptic, antidepressant, astringent, refreshing,
uplifting. Eases aching legs and poor
circulation.
Grapefruit: Astringent, digestive aid, lymphatic stimulant.
Helps with water retention.
Lavender: Always a great choice during pregnancy.
Antiseptic, antibiotic, anagelsic, antidepressant,
healing and relaxing. Helps soothe aches and pains
of pregnancy,
encourages cell renewal and helps with fluid retention.
More to come.......
Oils To AVOID during pregnancy:
Allspice Labdanum
Aloe Vera Lovage
Anise Marjoram
Arnica Mugwort
Basil (sweet) Myrrh
Calendula Nutmeg
Camphor Oregano
Caraway Parsley
Carrot Pennyroyal
Cerdarwood Peppermint (Spearmint is OK)
Celery Rosemary
Cinnamon Sage
Clary Sage Savory
Clove Sassafras
Cypress St. John's Wort
Fennel Tarragon
Hops Thyme
Hyssop Valerian
Jasmine Wormwood
Juniper Yarrow
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