I know that its not advisable to be on your stomach . So are pregnant woman allowed to get massages?
2006-09-11 09:43:47 · 11 answers · asked by Victoria H 2 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Pregnancy
actually yes, and you can still be on your stomach!!! good news for us, but you have to find somebody who is trained in prenatal massages, sorry i cant spell, they have a special table for the belly really neat...
2006-09-11 09:47:15 · answer #1 · answered by ruspecialenuf 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Most massage therapists will not give you a massage during your first trimester because there is so much going on with your body. The best thing to do is check with your doctor and go to a massage therapist that is certified in prenatal massage. Massage can be very beneficial in pregnancy if there are no contraindications.
2006-09-11 09:49:51 · answer #2 · answered by Amy J 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes you can get a massage if your pregnant. My mom is a trained and she gives me massages all the time she even taught my fiance. Go through your phone book and call different places. Some one in there is bound too. If not you can email me and I can find out what book she uses. Good luck!
2006-09-11 10:02:49 · answer #3 · answered by adidasgurl 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Of course you are! There are positions for massages that do not need you to lay down on your stomach. A nice body massage by hand is best.
2006-09-11 09:48:47 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
most deffinetly. massages help pain when your preg. exspecially during the lat 2 months. you should always tell the person giving you a massage that youre pregnant. they have bed things for pregnant women. some do anyway so call in advance
2006-09-11 09:57:33 · answer #5 · answered by Courtney8707 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
a massage therapist was here at my job particpating in a healthfair.....a pregnant woman wanted a massage and she refused to do it stating she didn't want to trigger anything.....a massage is very involved and you don't know what nerve endings you're going to hit.....The general rule is no
2006-09-11 09:47:44 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I did my husband bought me a massage package as a gift while I was pregnant.I talked to my doctor and he said it would be great way to relax before my baby was born.I would consult your doctor before you go and get your massage.Congrats on the baby and enjoy your massage.
2006-09-11 09:50:08 · answer #7 · answered by lisababyg ♥ 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think so, but you aren't supposed to lay on your back in the 2nd and 3rd trimester because of circulation issues. Ask you Dr. to find out the best times.
2006-09-11 09:46:27 · answer #8 · answered by Rwebgirl 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A co-worker of mine did and she said that she just laid on her side. I would recommend finding someone who is trained to work on pregnant women.
2006-09-11 09:51:33 · answer #9 · answered by finding_my_dream 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, and I strongly recommend it! They will lay you on your side and put a body pillow on front of you so you are comfortable. It's so great! Enjoy! :)
2006-09-11 12:11:37 · answer #10 · answered by jessiebellduncan 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋