Spa Treatment For Moms-To-Be

The definitive for those enjoying uncomplicated pregnancies, is yes, many spa treatments are safe. Furthermore, they certainly can help to relieve some of the fatigue and discomfort. In fact, especially in Asia, a bit of spa-like pampering is nothing new, with pre and post natal therapies passing from generation to generation.

Before you start treatment, it is important to take several basic precautions.

Always inform any spa you visit of your pregnancy
Many will turn you away in first trimester, because the first thirteen weeks are statically tenuous for all pregnancies

Request therapist who has training and experience in dealing pregnant women
Choose spa that offers services or packages specifically designed for pregnant clients. These spas tend to invest in research and training and likely to have the requisite know-how

Familiarizes yourself with the basic do and don’ts
This will help you to choose between spas and therapist, and it should also give you confidence that the vast majority of treatment can be enjoyed without worry

There are some treatments that you should avoid:

Certain acupressure points
The area around the sacrum – the triangular bone at the back of the pelvic cavity, the abdomen and certain parts of the feet should be off limit during pregnancy massage

Glycolic peels
Which may trigger advance reactions due to the hyper-sensitivity of pregnant skin

All treatments that substantially raise body temperature
Sauna, steam, hot bath and body wraps

Hair coloring
The chemical absorbed through the scalp could potentially harm the developing foetus

Essential oils that are thought to stimulate contractions
Such as basil, cedarwood, clary sage, fennel, jasmine, juniper, marjoram, myrrh, sage and thyme