Prenatal Massage Techniques- Pregnancy & Parenting- ModernMom

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During a prenatal massage, the mother-to-be should always be situated on her side supported by several pillows for the best comfort. Discover the benefits of getting massages during pregnancy with tips from a spa technician in this free video on prenatal massage.

Expert: Willow Hajicek
Bio: Willow Hajicek is a licensed massage therapist in Vancouver, Washington.

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[mirleec]

This is one of the better prenatal massage videos.

[smoore5678]

@chieftain49 - My doctor said it doesn't matter what side you lay on as long as you even it out. It feels better for me to lay on my right side and I'm 7 months pregnant. It depends on what makes the pregnant lady feel comfortable really

[crankybabicult]

if this video is for people giving a massage, why does she not explain the accupressure points ("check with your massage therapist"...) Why not just explain it in the video?

[wsbmastaking]

Does the camera man have parkensans(spellcheck)?

[lebleubeauty]

Is it just me or was i the only one that felt relaxed while watching the video and i wasnt even the one getting the massage!!!! huh.. :)

[EssentialFeeling]

Pregnancy massage can be beneficial for mother and baby.massage therapy reduces pain in pregnant women, alleviates prenatal depression in both parents and improves their relationships.

[ItsMassaggioGalore]

I would also like to add that you should avoid the Hoku Point, an acupressure point in the webbing between your thumb and index finger. Spread them wide. Now (UNLESS YOU'RE PREGNANT), squeeze in between them to find that really tender spot. Found it? That's your Hoku Point. You have one in each hand.

Pressure on the Hoku Point causes smooth muscle tissue to relax. That's what's in the lining of the uterus. Its constant contractuion is what folds the baby in. Relaxation = bad.

[ItsMassaggioGalore]

Right side. Always.

Because if she's on her left side, the baby could roll over onto the veins that return blood to the heart and brain, which are on the left side. PREGNANT WOMEN HAVE DIED BECAUSE THEY GOT SIDE-LYING MASSAGES ON THEIR LEFT SIDES AND HAD INTERRUPTED VENOUS RETURN.

I'm also going to say what my teachers have told me: Don't "be mindful" on the ankles. Just avoid them altogether. It just isn't worth the risk.

[EssentialFeeling]

So many pregnant woman suffer from aches and pains. Pregnancy massage can not only help ease these aches but also helps with stress.

[ashleyhurlburt14607]

You flip over halfway through..you're not on one side the whole time

[theflyingflea]

I need to show this to my boyfriend! I really want a massage, insurance doesn't pay for a prenatal massage, and during the time I have now lost sight of below the belly: I have discovered I have newly formed cankles from the swelling! :( He tries, and I appreciate it, but he doesn't know what to do and sometimes makes me more sore...

[TheSushi117]

very informative, i have been doing light massages on my wife during her pregnancy but have avoided the back and lower back area, as i didnt want to injure mum or bub, but this video has shown some great tips along with the books i have been reading