Journal

Reduces Postpartum Depression

Postpartum depression affects many new mothers, causing sadness and anxiety. Regular massage helps lower stress hormones like cortisol and increases serotonin and dopamine, which improve mood. Studies show that women who receive massages during pregnancy are less likely to develop postpartum depression, creating a calmer, more stable emotional environment for both mother and baby.

Boosts Confidence and Body Awareness

Massage promotes a positive connection with the changing body, helping mothers feel more comfortable and confident. During pregnancy, it alleviates discomfort from swelling and muscle tension. After birth, postpartum massage continues to help women reconnect with their bodies, boosting body confidence and reducing discomfort, which is key for mental health.

Enhances Relaxation and Sleep

Sleep disturbances are common during pregnancy and after childbirth, often leading to emotional exhaustion. Massage therapy encourages the release of endorphins, which promote relaxation and improve sleep quality. By easing muscle tension and reducing stress, massage helps mothers relax and cope better with the challenges of caring for a newborn.

Balances Hormones and Eases Anxiety

Pregnancy and postpartum periods can cause significant hormonal fluctuations, leading to mood swings, anxiety, and stress. Massage has been shown to help regulate hormones by lowering cortisol levels, the stress hormone, while promoting the production of oxytocin—the “feel-good” hormone—which fosters relaxation and a sense of well-being. Regular massage helps balance these hormones, promoting emotional stability, reducing anxiety, and improving overall mental health.

Massage during the second trimester helps alleviate discomfort from early postural changes and muscle strain. Research in the Journal of Bodywork and Movement Therapies suggests that it improves flexibility, reduces swelling, and promotes better circulation.

1 Massage in the III Trimester

In the third trimester, massage helps relieve muscle strain, joint tension, and discomfort caused by increased weight. A study in Complementary Therapies in Clinical Practice found that massage during this stage reduced pain and improved sleep quality in pregnant women.

1 Postpartum Massage

Postpartum massage supports recovery by easing discomfort from childbirth and postural adjustments. It promotes mental well-being by reducing cortisol and increasing serotonin and dopamine. A study in The Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine found that postpartum massage significantly reduced anxiety and improved mental health in new mothers.