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Prenatal massage question

Nephs13Nephs13 member
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I had my first prenatal massage about a month ago, and found it to be pretty uncomfortable b/c the therapist had me lying on one side or the other the whole time.  It felt very awkward since my arm and shoulder seemed to be in the way.  This person specializes in prenatal massage, so at first I assumed this was what was normal and considered safe, but got to thinking maybe I'd ask you ladies if you've had similar experiences..?  I have another appt. for a massage tomorrow and want to bring this to the attention of the therapist, so I appreciate any pointers or advice you might have.  Thanks!
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Re: Prenatal massage question

  • LILBIT1221LILBIT1221 member
    i have no idea, the only massages i get come from the inside out. LO massages my tummy, my bladder, my abdomen... it's like a little box of chocolates, you never know when or where your next internal massage will come from ha-ha
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    I haven't gotten mine yet, but the masseuse is a friend and I know she uses a donut pillow to cradle the belly.  Some even have a table with a hole cut out for your belly.  Lying on your side doesn't seem comfy, which kinda negates the whole idea of the massage



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  • lesullengerlesullenger

    Yes. That is correct. They dont want you on your tummy at any point. I have been having them monthy and even at 5 weeks i needed to be on my side. The pillows are strange but if you lay in them correctly they are very supportive. It took me 2 times to figure out the right way.. Look at the pillow next time and then lay in it.

    For your arm I put my arm under my head and the other one on the side. I understand that a bigger belly that you get the more supportive the pillow is.

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  • Nephs13Nephs13 member

    imageKredd88:
    I haven't gotten mine yet, but the masseuse is a friend and I know she uses a donut pillow to cradle the belly.  Some even have a table with a hole cut out for your belly.  Lying on your side doesn't seem comfy, which kinda negates the whole idea of the massage

    Exactly!  Before my first appt, I assumed I'd have something where there was a hole for my belly to go (not that my belly is out-of-control yet...  honestly I sleep on my stomach all the time).  Prior to pg, I went for massages all the time and find them totally relaxing, but the last one sucked and now is when I need/want one most!

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  • astroMomastroMom member
    My lady has a special bed, but I am never on my tummy.  It is one those "bendy" beds that elevates your back and knees.  She does most of the massage on your back, then a little on each side (after adjusting the bed & giving you a TON of pillows) then back to your back for a tiny bit to finish...DIVINE!  This is in Austin @Halina w/ Annie if you ever are in town!

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  • ZoeyMarieZoeyMarie member

    When I went to school for Massage, we were taught to only lie the Mommy on her left side OR semi-reclined unless we had these special support pillows. They had a hole cut out of the middle, so depending on how far along Mommy was, she might be able to lay Prone without putting any pressure on the baby. Not all practices have them and they may have done studies or something that show those special pillows to be unsafe. I got my degree 6 years ago, now, so it could have changed.

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  • iluvmybbyiluvmybby member
    My mom is a masseuse, and I get massages frequently. She has a special pillow with a cut out for your bump and the girls, and I honestly wanted to take it home. I don't think I would be comfortable laying on my side for an hour!
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