Prenatal Massage Techniques- Pregnancy & Parenting- ModernMom
Learn how to give a great prenatal massage. Click below to subscribe to our channel for more great videos! 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. Subscribe to ModernMom.com TV – www.youtube.com ModernMom.com TV – www.youtube.com ModernMom Website: www.modernmom.com ModernMom on Facebook www.facebook.com ModernMom on Twitter: twitter.com ModernMom on Google+: plus.google.com
on August 15th, 2010 at %I:%M %p
I’m just starting massage school, too. I’m definitely considering prenatal massage since it’s a very gentle and soft modality.
It may just look like it’s just rubbing lotion to some but anything more than just rubbing can cause problems for the mama and baby, especially in the legs, where there could be blood clots. S: This vid was real easy to follow. Great job!
on September 15th, 2010 at %I:%M %p
The power of touch is amazing, its no wonder they say massage your baby to calm it when its crying or for bed. I got all goosbumpy watching this.
on September 17th, 2010 at %I:%M %p
I have heard that the left is the best, but my doctor has told me that the right side is fine, since I have incredible round ligament pain when I lay on my left side. I had the same issues on my first pregnancy and this one as well.
on December 3rd, 2010 at %I:%M %p
my doc n midwife said left is best because you get more oxygen. but either side is fine
on December 10th, 2010 at %I:%M %p
but you have to remove your ring ms. therapist.
on December 19th, 2010 at %I:%M %p
That statement is not true. Your heart is on your left side so therefore laying on your right side lets your heart lay against muscles to cushion it, getting more O2 to the heart and rest of body.The left side just pushes against your rib cage, crushing it. People should sleep that way too.
on December 19th, 2010 at %I:%M %p
That statement is not true. Your heart is on your left side so therefore laying on your right side lets your heart lay against muscles to cushion it, getting more O2 to the heart and rest of body.The left side just pushes against your rib cage, crushing it. People should sleep that way too.
on January 27th, 2011 at %I:%M %p
Therapist can wear flat wedding band type rings. It is not felt by the client.
on March 24th, 2011 at %I:%M %p
It would be nice if she included draping technique.
on April 15th, 2011 at %I:%M %p
sleeping on the left helps with the flow of your bowels. That’s why massage therapist go clockwise while massaging the stomach. And since pregnant women tend to be constipated, left side is recommended.
on May 21st, 2011 at %I:%M %p
No, you want to avoid deep pressure on the popateal on any massage since it’s an endangerment- zine do to all the nerve-endings & blood vessels there. Blood clot in ANY one in any stage is a contraindication to massage. If it broke free then it could cause a stroke.
on May 21st, 2011 at %I:%M %p
No, you want to avoid deep pressure on the popateal on any massage since it’s an endangerment- zine do to all the nerve-endings & blood vessels there. Blood clot in ANY one in any stage is a contraindication to massage. If it broke free then it could cause a stroke. Avoid deep pressure on the legs bcuz, not only the trigger points, but also they pregpp are PRONE to getting blood clots. If u see any signs of a blood clot, don’t massage & refer them to a doctor
on June 12th, 2011 at %I:%M %p
@eriqita804410 honey i have also been in ma school n it is true n like i said both my midwife n doc told me along with my teacher for medical assistant
on June 16th, 2011 at %I:%M %p
@thex13thxchild good info
on June 29th, 2011 at %I:%M %p
dang that made me relaxed just watching it
on July 13th, 2011 at %I:%M %p
@AMARILLO08 Thank you ^_^
I just was just getting out of school for massage therapy when I posted that.
on August 17th, 2011 at %I:%M %p
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
on September 14th, 2011 at %I:%M %p
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…
on November 7th, 2011 at %I:%M %p
You flip over halfway through..you’re not on one side the whole time
on November 7th, 2011 at %I:%M %p
So many pregnant woman suffer from aches and pains. Pregnancy massage can not only help ease these aches but also helps with stress.
on November 15th, 2011 at %I:%M %p
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.
on November 15th, 2011 at %I:%M %p
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.
on November 18th, 2011 at %I:%M %p
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.
on December 2nd, 2011 at %I:%M %p
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..
on January 5th, 2012 at %I:%M %p
Does the camera man have parkensans(spellcheck)?