Why does my body ache more during pregnancy?
As your baby grows, your posture and centre of gravity change, placing more load through areas like your lower back, hips, pelvis, glutes, neck and shoulders.
Pregnancy can commonly bring:
- Lower back discomfort
- Tight hips and glutes
- Pelvic pain or pressure
- Calf cramps and tired legs
- Neck and shoulder tension
- Headaches linked to muscular tension
- Trouble getting comfortable at night
- General muscular fatigue
Pregnancy massage is designed to work with these changes, focusing on where your body is holding tension and what can be safely treated to help you feel more comfortable.
What position will I be in during pregnancy massage?
From around 20 weeks, we primarily use supported side lying and reclined positioning to keep you comfortable throughout your treatment.
We use pillows and bolstering to support your:
- Belly
- Hips and pelvis
- Legs
- Back and shoulders
For many mums, this feels much more comfortable than lying face down as pregnancy progresses. Your therapist will adjust your position at any time if something doesn’t feel right. You should never have to tolerate an uncomfortable position just to receive a massage.
Can I have firm pressure during pregnancy massage?
Yes, depending on your comfort and individual circumstances.
Pregnancy massage does not always need to be extremely light. Pressure should be tailored to you.
Some mums prefer gentle relaxation, while others need firmer work through areas of muscular tension.
Our therapists adjust the pressure and techniques to suit pregnancy safely, while checking in with you throughout the treatment.
You are always in control of the pressure.