Prenatal Massage: Easing the shifts of pregnancy.
Pregnancy asks so much of the body. As posture shifts and changes, hormones shift as the baby grows. It is very common to experience new aches or fatigue.
I mean, so much is happening!
Prenatal massage offers a way to settle these shifts by easing physical strain so you can feel more at home in your body during every stage.
At Moonseed Massage & Bodywork in Inverness, IL, prenatal work is focused on comfort, safety and gentle relief, meeting your body exactly where you are that day and where you are in your pregnancy.
How Prenatal Massage helps:
Prenatal massage is not just a modified version of regular massage. It specifically supports:
Low Back and Hip Pain
As your center of gravity changes, the lower body takes on extra workload. Massage softens tight glutes, relieves hip pressure and eases low back tension that can build as baby grows.
Better Circulation and Reduced Swelling
Pregnancy naturally slows lymphatic flow especially in the legs and feet. Gentle, pregnancy-safe lymphatic drainage work can help reduce puffiness and swelling, creating more ease in movement and putting your shoes on :).
Better Sleep and Nervous System Calm
Calmer muscles = calmer mind. Many pregnant clients report sleeping better after massage and feeling more grounded during the day.
Round Ligament Discomfort
With light, purposeful work and supportive positioning, massage can ease the feeling of pulling or sharp tightness around the belly.
Shoulder, Neck and Jaw Tension
As breathing patterns shift because of less room in the torso, the muscles of the upper body, especially the neck, often compensate. Gentle, steady work here makes a big difference in daily comfort.
This Is Time To Come Back To Yourself
Whether you’re newly pregnant or preparing for birth, prenatal massage gives you a place to exhale. A place where your nervous system softens, your body unwinds and you get to feel like yourself again.
If you would like to schedule a session or have questions about safety and positioning, please reach out. I will be happy to support you.
Email: heymoonseed@gmail.com
