For thousands of years, pregnancy, labour and childbirth have been a female-centred and tactile experience. What are now considered routine aspects of pregnancy and labour were then potentially life threatening and led to a gradual increase in a culture of medical management.
The trend has been changing for some years with individuals and couples being actively encouraged to learn more about, and become involved in, the whole pregnancy and birthing experience.
The medical profession provides a valuable framework for technical care, However as therapists, we can bring comfort and pleasure through touch.
Touch in its many forms brings solace, relief from aches, pain and stiffness, and gives emotional support and reassurance. With a well guided and experienced hand massage during pregnancy can be extremely beneficial.
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