{"id":30330,"date":"2026-07-12T09:52:19","date_gmt":"2026-07-12T07:52:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/verloskundigenamsterdamzuid.nl\/?p=30330"},"modified":"2026-07-12T09:53:17","modified_gmt":"2026-07-12T07:53:17","slug":"pregnancy-massage-when-it-is-and-isnt-recommended","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/verloskundigenamsterdamzuid.nl\/en\/news\/pregnancy-massage-when-it-is-and-isnt-recommended\/","title":{"rendered":"Pregnancy massage; when it is and isn’t recommended"},"content":{"rendered":"

Pregnancy Massage<\/h1>\n

When a massage is and isn’t possible during pregnancy<\/h2>\n

A massage every now and then is always lovely, even when you’re pregnant! Still, it’s better not to simply book a ‘regular massage’ during your pregnancy. Your body is different and responds differently too. A genuine pregnancy massage takes this into account. That’s not only pleasant, it also has many benefits for your pregnant body and helps avoid the risks that a regular massage during pregnancy can carry.

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What’s different about a pregnancy massage?<\/h2>\n

A pregnancy massage is similar to a regular massage, but less firm. The masseur won’t massage the pressure points that are connected to your uterus. This is because doing so could stimulate your uterus, which could cause it to start contracting. And that’s obviously something you want to avoid! A certified pregnancy masseur knows exactly where you can and can’t be massaged during pregnancy. So choose a practice run by such a specialist while you’re pregnant.<\/p>\n

Massage table for pregnant women<\/h2>\n

The massage table can also differ from a regular table. Some massage practices have special tables for pregnant women, with a cut-out for your belly and breasts. If there’s no such table? Then you lie on your side, with your belly and legs supported by cushions so you’re still very comfortable. A chair massage is possible as long as you can still sit comfortably in the chair and the masseur knows which pressure points to avoid. If the chair masseur isn’t a pregnancy massage specialist, it’s best to skip it for now.<\/p>\n

If your body reacts differently<\/h2>\n

Because your body is changing, you may also respond differently to a massage. You might suddenly feel hot or very cold, become nauseous, or find the massage too intense. If so, let the masseur know straight away. The massage can then be adjusted so it’s still a relaxing moment for you! It’s also better to avoid a heat massage, such as a hot stone massage, during pregnancy. This is because of the reaction you may have to the heat, but also because a lot of waste products can be released during such a massage.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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Benefits of a pregnancy massage<\/h2>\n

Besides being relaxing, a pregnancy massage has many benefits, such as:<\/p>\n