Have you gotten a Prenatal Massage?

2-Step · March 2009

Has anyone tried this yet? I am thinking of going this week because my lower back is killing me. I used to get massages all the time, but now that I have a belly it seems weird to have to maneuver around it. Just wondering if you enjoyed it as much as usual!

ksayles · March 2009

go get one. I get one at least once a month and I love them.

roxyrlh · March 2009

I am getting one tomorrow, and while they don't have the table with the hole in the middle- they do have a donut type pillow that you can sink your belly into !

At this point I wouldn't care if I just laid on my side and got the massage, my back is aching.

Sweetsunflower · March 2009

Yep! Once a month treat for me!

Hotomale · March 2009

I got one last month and am now getting them monthly at Massage Envy (they discount when you sign up to do them monthly). For my birthday DH paid in advance for all the months until I deliver, he's soo dreamy

I think they're awesome, definately do it! They had a special pillow thing for my belly on the bed so I fit right in all comfy!

K-I-S-S-I-N-G · March 2009

I had one my last pregnancy at the end of my 2nd trimester and it was amazing. I would reccomend making sure that your dayspa has a pregnancy table (there is a hole in the table so you can lay on your stomach and it goes in the hole.) It feels so good to be able to lay on your stomach like that. I know some places don't have the table and you have to just lay on your side.

I think they are totally worth it- I told DH that I need a gc for a facial and a massage for the 2nd tri and a pedicure and massage for the 2rd tri- I am a dayspa whore though LOL!

AlwysAwsm · March 2009

I had one but wasn't thrilled. She asked me what part of my body was bothering me most... I said the lower back and I think she spent about 30 seconds massaging me there. And she didn't have the table with the hole in the middle, instead I had to lay on my side.

Plus the girl wouldn't shut up the entire time so I was barely relaxed. lol Maybe I need to find someplace new to go.

~*Sarah*~ · March 2009

i do one every 8-10 weeks i did this before pregnant also because i am a hairdresser and found it helpful for those achs and pains.

achase123 · March 2009

Yes, it was great! My lady doesn't have the special table but she had a pillow that propped me up so my belly was supported and I was able to lay on my stomach. It was just as good as a regular massage if not better!

jr_er@hotmail.com · March 2009

not yet but once I am far a long..I will..

MuckDiva · March 2009

I am getting one on Sunday and I am so excited!!! I have a HUGE test for my master's. I am graduating in May and with working full time I am planning on the one on Sunday and then one in June after I finished the school year.

Mrs.Veldy · March 2009

Yes, and they were fantastic. The place I go does it on your side and I like it better than laying flat. Go now! Don't wait!

purpletulip · March 2009

I'm getting one on Saturday and I can't wait! I've read about the benefits of prenatal massage - besides soothing aches and pains it helps with digestion and circulation, reduces swelling,and improve your mood.

One caution though - be careful if there's a table with the hole for your belly. Those can put a lot of stress on your lower back. Ideally you should be reclining, propped up with pillows, on your side, or a combo of all 3.
It sounds like my therapist will move me around and try different positions.

ghdst1 · March 2009

yes yes yes...love it and totally worth it to pamper yourself! Enjoy!

fallbride00 · March 2009

I have an appt. tomorrow for my first prenatal massage. I'm so excited, I haven't had a massage since October! I'm already relaxed just thinking about it. I'll let you know how it goes.

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