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Some pregnant mums have it easy. Yet others have to go through many hours of labour.
But one thing's for sure. After the delivery process, many are just
plain tired. In addition, having to breastfeed and nurse a newborn
several times a night can be exhausting.
The new mum today does not have much time to rest and relax during her
confinement period at home. She needs to get back to work pretty
quickly and that means, facing added pressure to lose weight so that
she can fit back to her office wear.
Post-natal massage may just be the solution to her needs. Here are 6 top benefits of Post-natal massage therapy:
1. Relaxation
2. Stress Relief
3. Relieves aches on shoulders or neck
4. Hasten the reduction of fluid retention.
5. Help uterus to shrink to original size
6. Reduce cellulite and help to tone up the body.
In many parts of Asia, many women before delivery would in fact,
prebook sessions with an Indonesian massage therapist for post-natal
massage. The treatment is a traditional one which has been handed down
several generations and even practiced today. This treatment involves
the use of a massage oil applied to the stomach and a tummy wrap
(bengkung), essentially a cotton cloth of several metres. The bengkung
is used to wrap the body so as to push up the uterus, clear water
retention, wind,
spasm, shrinks the tummy and helps to reduce weight. Post-natal massage is usually done in the privacy of one's own home.
For a mother that has delivered her baby naturally, it is generally
pretty safe to go for a post-natal massage. For those that delivered by
caesarian, be sure to consult your professional massage therapist or
your doctor first. Most in fact, would recommend that you wait a few
more weeks before proceeding with a post-natal massage.
Post-natal massage provides a sense of continuing comfort for the new
mother. The aim of this massage is to give nurturing and emotional
support as well as alleviate the muscle strain of labor and childbirth.
Some post natal massage therapies also come with a detoxification
ritual that rids the midriff of post birth bagginess.
In some instances, post-natal massage can also bring about a much
shapelier silhouette, compared to the one just before pregnancy!
About the Author
Caroline Colby is a publisher of information on Massage Therapy.
She highly promotes Massage Therapy as a safe, holistic and effective
alternative health therapy. Her site includes information on massage
techniques, massage chairs, massage oils, etc. For tips and news
updates, please visit her site at http://www.Massage-Therapy-Central.com. |
