Prenatal Massage:
Prenatal massage focuses on attending to the needs of the new mother-to-be and the baby
growing inside her.

What to expect:
After the first trimester lying face down increases pressure on the uterus and uterine ligaments. The mother-to-be will be comfortably positioned side-lying and on their back with the assistance of pillows a back wedge and leg wedge. Legs will only receive light lymphatic massage due to tendencies for blood clots.

Benefits:
• Massage will aid in reducing physical and emotional stress
• Helps to decrease swelling in the arms and legs
• Relieve musculoskeletal aches and pains often experienced during pregnancy
• Increase body awareness
• Increases flexibility
• Circulation is increased which is very beneficial for pregnant women
• Strengthens immune system
• Relieves abdominal soreness caused by an active baby

Postpartum Massage:
Postpartum massage helps restore the body to its pre-pregnancy state. New moms are welcome to bring their baby with them to their appointment to share in their relaxing experience.


Bodywise Center for Wellbeing • Village Commons • 5515 Main Street • East Petersburg, PA 17520 • 717.286.8288