Postpartum massage can be performed anytime after birth as soon the mother desires it. Specific techniques are utilized to assist your body in returning to balance and healing itself. Postpartum massage is also designed to support the mother through the physical and emotional transitions of becoming a new mother.
Postpartum massage is designed to help restore your body to its pre-pregnancy condition and to address the stress of carrying and caring for a newborn. In the postpartum period, you may suffer from fatigue, soreness from overused birthing muscles, and may be in need of attention and pampering. Massage can help with both the physical and psychological recuperation process.
Postpartum is that time your body is recovering from the delivery experience; this includes from the time you deliver up until 6-weeks after. Your body is going through many physical and hormonal changes during this time. Postpartum massage provides many benefits which are listed below.
Benefits of Postpartum Massage:
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Re-establishes pelvis structural integrity. Massage improves the lymphatic and circulatory systems.
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Supports healthy lactation.
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Reduces stress hormones. Sooths and relaxes the nervous system by the release of endorphins.
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Facilitates the healing of bladder disorders, post-episiotomy soreness, and Cesarean Section.
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Supports healthy emotional state and infant bonding.
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