Postnatal Massage

A lot of women ask, or wonder, “how soon can I get a massage after I give birth?“

A postpartum massage is a massage that occurs within the first 12 weeks after you've given birth.

Now, if you've had a C-section, or a complicated delivery, check with your doctor first, as some massage techniques may not be right for your specific recovery.

Some of the benefits of a postpartum massage include:

-pain relief
-reduced swelling. Massage can help encourage draining and circulation of excess fluid
-improved milk production. Researchers have found massage can help increase circulation and the necessary hormones to make this happen
-reduce anxiety and depression, massage can help to decrease stress which leads to these feelings or emotions
-better sleep, massage can help to encourage a deeper, restful sleep

Some new moms will find laying on their stomach to still be difficult, for some it will feel totally fine. Some will want to talk through the massage, some will crave quite. It really is up to you and your comfort level, so let us know, and we will make sure that you are comfortable and able to relax.

So, the good news is, you can start massage therapy as soon as you feel ready!

And whenever you are, call 289-668-5433 to book your postnatal massage appointment with Suzanne Hamm, RMT (with a special interest in prenatal and postnatal massage therapy).

We look forward to seeing you at Dalhousie Health & Wellness and helping in your postpartum recovery.