The hormones that were present during pregnancy (estrogen and progesterone) decrease, whereas oxytocin and prolactin increase in preparation for breastfeeding. Massage can be effective in helping mom through this period of transition. A woman can receive postpartum massage whenever she feels it will be physically comfortable.
• Rub the feet with oil.
• Work the feet thumb after thumb.
• This can reach the emotional level.
• Next are the legs.
• Take your time.
• Be gentle, especially with pelvic instability, as the body is still recovering.
• Lift a leg and hold it above the table.
• Shake it gently.
• Place the foot on your shoulder.
• Massage the calf muscle with both hands.
• Place the leg back on the table while stretching the hamstring.
• Finish by stroking the legs up and down.
Benefits:• A moment to yourself• Releases tension• Stimulates recovery• Releases feel-good hormones• Helps deal with baby blues and postnatal depression.
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