Massage during pregnancy can be a great way to improve well-being, ease pregnancy discomforts, and reduce stress.
It helps to prevent fatigue, swelling, muscle and joint pain and can also have a beneficial effect on the course of labor and the health of the baby. However, this massage is safe to perform only by a specialist who is registered in the register of medical professionals and has been trained specifically in massage for pregnant women. Pregnancy brings various changes to a woman’s body and emotional well-being. These changes can affect a woman’s well-being, making it more difficult to fully enjoy the time waiting for a baby.
The first trimester of pregnancy
Various studies offer conflicting recommendations, which is why it is often recommended to start massage in the second trimester. If you still want to have a massage in the first trimester, it is recommended to do so only with the approval of a doctor or gynecologist.
The second trimester of pregnancy
At this stage, the body has already adapted to pregnancy, so massage becomes safer and provides more opportunities for relaxation. It is also possible to choose aromatic massages, as they usually no longer have a nausea-inducing effect, but provide complete relaxation.
The third trimester of pregnancy
Massage at the end of the trimester can help reduce prenatal anxiety and release both physical and emotional tension before the big meeting with your baby.