Is It Okay to Have a Massage If I'm 9 Months Pregnant?
Pregnancy often causes aches in the back and shoulders due to your changing posture. Unfortunately, prenatal massages are not recommended for women who are nine months pregnant or beyond. It's important to wait until after giving birth before receiving any massages again. Pregnant women should avoid prenatal massage once they reach around nine month's gestation. Here are some reasons why 9 months pregnant are not recommended to have a prenatal massage:
Potential Injury To The Pregnant Mother-To-Be Or Fetus
Pregnant women who are nine months pregnant or beyond should avoid prenatal massages because it can increase the risk of injury to them and their unborn baby. Pregnancy puts a lot of strain on your body, and during a massage that pressure is increased which may cause discomfort and even pain if too much force is used.
Prevent Stretching Of Muscles And Risking Uterine Prolapse
Pregnant women who are nine months pregnant should avoid prenatal massage because it can increase the risk of stretching out their muscles and risking uterine prolapse. Pregnancy causes a lot of pressure to be put on your pelvic floor, which is why you shouldn't receive any type of massage that puts even more strain on you.
Preeclampsia or High blood Pressure
Pregnant women who are nine months pregnant should avoid prenatal massages because it can increase their risk of preeclampsia or high blood pressure. Pregnancy naturally elevates your blood pressure which is why you shouldn't receive any type of massage that could cause even more strain on this area, potentially increasing the chance for complications.
Prenatal Massages often involve stretching muscles and will risk uterine prolapse if done too forcefully or without consideration for the mother-to-be’s current state of health. Furthermore, massages may cause preterm labor in some women who have preeclampsia or high blood pressure which is something you want to avoid at all costs during pregnancy. If you would like more information about this topic before making your decision on whether or not to get a prenatal massage, get in touch so that we can give you more information regarding prenatal massage.
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