The Third Trimester is the Perfect Time for a Massage

“Don’t raise the mother’s arms over her head, as it could cause the baby’s cord to become entangled,” I was once warned by a perfectly serious massage therapist.  Unfortunately, this is one of many very silly myths I have heard regarding massage during pregnancy.

I can assure you that not only is it safe for your therapist to raise your arms over your head, but it’ll feel great and help those neck and shoulder muscles relax in preparation for many, many hours of baby cuddling and nursing.

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Remember lying on your belly?  Wouldn’t it be great to do that for a little while? I use specially-designed bolsters and pillows to provide for safe positioning, making even face down positions comfortable. If we find that the bolsters aren't comfortable for you, we'll work with side-lying positions until we find something that works.

Your due date is quickly approaching, and your feet may be swelling. The baby feels like he must weigh 97 pounds. You may also find that the anticipation of delivery has increased your stress levels.

This is the perfect time for you to book yourself a massage.

You’ll find that regular prenatal massages during this trimester can enhance your sleep, reduce pain and swelling, and generally assist in lowering stress as the delivery day draws near. Third-trimester massages can even help prepare your pelvic muscles for the birthing process.

Unwinding with a massage is one of the healthiest choices you can make for you and your baby.