Soothing Pregnancy Aches and Pains: Pre-Natal Massage

From aching legs and frozen shoulders to stiff necks, these are all parts of pregnancy aches. Pre-Natal Massage can help soothe your aching and very tense muscles and provide you with total relaxation. Pre-Natal Massage has lots of benefits; it helps reduce physical (and emotional) stress, reduce swelling, provide relaxation for mommy and baby, encourage blood circulation, and improves skin elasticity. It can also be very beneficial during labor!

Pre-Natal Massage is not for everyone, though. Mothers must be on their 6th month of pregnancy to qualify for it. Any kind of masseuse or massage therapist must never give Pre-Natal Massages to expecting moms. Specially Trained Therapists must provide the massage, as there are certain areas (lower back,etc) and points in the body that must not be “touched” nor massaged. There are certain parts in the body that may cause contractions and health risks for you and your baby when massaged.

As with any form of activity during pregnancy, it is important that you always consult with your doctor first before engaging in such. Remember,pregnant moms have special needs and certain limits. Pregnancy changes your body’s functions and needs, so you have to be extra careful as you are now caring for two!

Here are some information on companies that offers Pre-Natal Massage and their Rates:

• Mom Massage: P1,000

412-9003 / 374-5062

28 Dr. Lazcano Street, Bgy. Laging Handa, Quezon City

• Lita Nery (trained a lot of Pre-Natal Massage Therapists in the country, also a breastfeeding advocate)

0918-5557565 / 5335597

• Spa 148: P300/hr, Home-Service

0906-5096828 / 218-3713

• Zen Asia Spa: P300/hr

2nd Floor Riviera Filipino Bldg., 25 Timog Avenue, Quezon City

0917-8238080 / 376-7359

• Asian Hospital & Medical Center, ReBirth Spa: P 750-1,000/hr

 Asian Hospital & Medical Center, Filinvest Alabang, Muntinlupa City

0917-806-3339 / 771-9206; 771-9000 local 8103

Remember: Happy and Healthy Mommy= Happy and Healthy Baby!

Have you tried getting a Pre-Natal Massage at any of the providers above? Tell us about your experience or share other Pre-Natal Massage Providers that you know about.