Dear moms, how does it feel to hold the little bundle of joy in your arms finally? It’s quite normal for new moms to feel a roller-coaster of emotions - from extreme joy to tears of happiness! Welcoming a baby into your life is indeed an incredible journey. However, as you set foot into this new phase of your life, do not overlook the needs of your postpartum body.  Some common postpartum issues that new moms often endure include abdominal pain, back pain, fatigue and cramping. And that’s where a relaxing postnatal massage comes in! It’s a beneficial way to support your body’s recovery. Here are some effective postnatal massage techniques to instantly help you feel revitalised.    

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Exploring The Postnatal Massage Techniques

Post-delivery massages are effective when you seek help from professional massage therapists. They are well-equipped to promote wellness by reducing pain in various parts of the postpartum body. Some of the postnatal massage techniques are as follows-

1. Swedish Massage-

It is the most traditional form of Western massage. Perfect for beginners, this classic massage technique involves the use of manual pressure and light movements on soft tissues.

Benefits:

• Promotes circulation
• Reduces lower back pain
• Improves blood pressure and nasal breathing

2. Foot Reflexology-

Reflexology is an old healing technique that originated in early Chinese, Egyptian, and North American cultures. It wasn't until the 19th century that medical professionals, nurses, and practitioners started studying it scientifically. This age-old therapy offers both therapeutic and healing benefits. It stimulates pressure points on the feet that are linked to different organs in the body. 

Benefits: 

• Helps lose weight
• Detoxifies body
• Promotes blood circulation   
• Helps reduce fatigue, tension and stress

3. Jamu Massage-

This postnatal massage technique, practised by Indonesians, employs a variety of herbs derived from medicinal plant roots, barks, and flowers. Plants from the Zingiberaceae family, like Curcuma, Zingiber, and Kaempferia, are commonly used in this technique. 

Benefits:

• Maintains overall health
• Improves stamina
• Helps with insomnia
• Relieves muscle aches

4. Acupressure-

Acupressure is an ancient massage technique used in traditional Chinese medicine that stimulates the flow of qi (life energy) through 14 channels within the body.

Benefits:

• Alleviates pain in the lower back, head, neck etc)
• Helps improve sleep quality

Along with the above-mentioned advantages of postpartum massage techniques, here are some additional benefits that you can experience from a massage in general.

Common Benefits Of Massage

Eases Muscle Aches And Relieves Pain- Body aches and muscle soreness are common among new moms. Moreover, long breastfeeding sessions and childcare intensify the pain. The best holistic approach to relax muscles, relieve pain and rejuvenate the body is massage.

Relaxes The Body & Helps Improve Mood - Almost 15% of new moms experience postpartum depression. You can combat this with an aromatherapy massage. It helps decrease stress hormones (cortisol) while improving your mood.        

Improves Sleep- Getting ample sleep is a dream for most new mums, right? Waking up at night after short intervals to feed the baby disturbs the whole sleep pattern. Massaging may induce relaxation, and assist in promoting sound sleep.

Improves Blood Circulation And Reduces Swelling- During pregnancy, the body fluids and blood volumes increase that results in swelling. Postnatal massage helps in boosting circulation and eliminating excess body fluids, thereby reducing swelling.

The Final Note

We hope this blog has given you quality insights on postnatal massage techniques. To avail their maximum benefits, it’s best to book a professional masseuse therapist. Additionally, choosing the right massage oil for postpartum problems can also be a game changer! AreoVeda’s Postnatal Massage Oil  is a nourishing and hydrating oil that works wonders for new moms. The powerful blend of ghee, 6 oils, and 24 herb extracts alleviates tiredness and softens skin and regular massage can also help increase breast milk volume.

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FAQs

Q1. What Is The Best Time To Start Postnatal Massage?

You can start receiving massage sessions as soon as you are comfortable. If any health problem persists, you may consult your gynaecologist right away.

Q2. How Does Massaging Help In Improving Breast Milk Production?

Gently massaging the breasts in circular and back-and-forth movements can assist in clearing blocked milk ducts and encourage milk flow. This technique, in turn, helps to increase breast milk production.

Q3. Is It Normal To Have Hemorrhoids Postpartum?

Yes, experiencing haemorrhoids is one of the common symptoms that a new mom may experience postpartum.