A mother-to-be needs to be emotionally nurtured by not
only her partner but also as many people as possible. A nurturing
and soothing touch by a therapist can release your emotional tensions
and relax you.
Studies show that your baby can sense and respond
to your stress levels. So, prenatal massage is good for you as well
as your baby. Massage also helps to prepare the body for delivery.
Pre-mommies
need lot's of support
Aloha! My name is Shiho and I am a licensed massage therapist in Hawaii.
I provide out-call pre-natal (pregnancy) massage service on the island
of Oahu.
The pregnancy massage was the first massage I had ever received in the
United States. I was about to pop my first baby. I had gained about 45
pounds and my tummy was huge. Whenever I went for a walk, I had contractions.
So, I couldn't do too much exercise.
My friend sent a massage therapist to my house as a baby shower gift.
I am from Japan, so I knew about Shiatsu and Annma massage techniques.
But I didn't know how nice the lotion massage would feel on my achy body.
The therapist's hands felt so nice especially around my spine. I didn't
know how tired my body and my mind were until I received this healing
massage. I felt an instant relaxation when she put her hands on my back.
I couldn't tell how long the massage was - I was in a very happy place.
The pregnancy massage was the reason why I decided to become a massage
therapist. It is my hope to help all the mothers-to-be feel better and
enjoy their special time.
Benefits
of Pregnancy Massages:
Studies indicate that massage therapy performed during pregnancy can reduce
anxiety, decrease symptoms of depression, relieve muscle aches and joint
pains, and improve labor outcomes and newborn health.
Potential benefits of prenatal massage:
If you have been diagnosed as high-risk as any of the following
conditions, I will not be able to provide pregnancy(prenatal) massage
without your doctor's written approval.
- Having twins
- Have previous miscarriages
- The presence of any symptoms that indicate a miscarriage or pre-term
labor such as the discharge of blood, any indication of ruptured amniotic
bag, pains or contractions of the uterus
- Pre-eclampsia - symptoms are unusual rapid weight gain and high
blood pressure
- Eclampsia - symptoms are severe water retention, abnormal headaches,
relentless back pain, vomiting, sight problems, etc.
- Gestational diabetes - symptoms are abnormal appetite and thirst,
and the presence of sugar in the urine.
- Deep Vein Thrombosis - symptoms are pain in the calf or medial height
of one leg, swelling in on leg.
Postpartum
Massage
I noticed that the positions of internal organs and body structure changed
through the pregnancy and and never returned to the pre-pregnancy position
in my body. I didn't know about postpartum massage and exercises at that
time.
The postpartum period is usually the first six weeks after the delivery.
Your body, especially your uterus goes back to its pre-pregnant size and
position during postpartum time. The postpartum massage will help you
realign your body after giving birth. It helps your body to restore muscle
tones, body alignment, skin conditions, blood circulation, and reduce
swelling.
Also, breastfeeding mommy develops a neck problem by looking down at
a feeding baby, and the massage will help you ease the pain. Hormone changes
and postpartum blues (feeling sad and depressed) can be reduced through
the massage as well.
The
benefits of postpartum massage.
Postpartum
exercise
Postpartum
blues
How
to make massage appointments:
Price: $80(60min), $100(90min)
Please fill out the reservation
form or contact Shiho at 1(808)385-0554 to make your appointment.
I will bring a massage table, linens, and lotion. Please ask your OBGYN
if it is ok for you to receive pregnancy massages in advance.
REPEAT
CLIENT PROMOTION: Get a massage for a friend!
For every 5 massages you do with me, you will receive a complimentary
1 hour massage gift certificate (worth $80) which you can use for yourself
or give to a pregnant friend.
