Ashley Cameron, LMT

Massage during pregnancy will help relax muscle tension, improving lymphatic and blood circulation, while in a side lying position with pillow supports. Prenatal massage addresses many common discomforts associated with the skeletal and circulatory changes brought on by hormone shifts. Massage helps to stimulate soft tissues to reduce the accumulation of fluids in swollen joints. As with any therapeutic approach to pregnancy wellness, women should discuss massage with their prenatal care provider.

Reflexology uses specific reflex points on the foot to restore the flow of energy throughout the body. The treatment usually focuses on the feet, but it can also include the hands. Reflexology encourages the body to flush out toxins by increasing blood circulation and lymphatic movement. Every organ and function in the body has a reflux point on the feet and hands. When pressure is applied to the reflux points it stimulates each organ to release stored toxins.