Prenatal/Postpartum MLD Massage

Service Description

This service is available for prenatal clients in their second or third trimester and with clearance from OB. Manual lymphatic drainage (MLD) massage can offer several benefits for pregnant women in their second and third trimesters. Here are a few: 1. **Reduction of Swelling**: MLD can help reduce edema, or swelling, which is common during pregnancy due to increased fluid retention. 2. **Improved Circulation**: This type of massage can enhance blood and lymphatic circulation, which may alleviate feelings of heaviness in the legs and reduce the risk of varicose veins. 3. **Relief from Discomfort**: MLD can help relieve discomfort and pain in areas prone to stress during pregnancy, such as the lower back, legs, and feet. 4. **Enhanced Immune Function**: By promoting lymphatic flow, MLD can support the immune system, which is particularly beneficial as the body undergoes various changes during pregnancy. 5. **Relaxation and Stress Reduction**: The gentle nature of MLD can promote relaxation and reduce stress, which is beneficial for both the mother and the developing baby. 6. **Support for Healing**: MLD can facilitate the removal of metabolic waste products, which can be particularly helpful during the recovery period after childbirth. It's important for pregnant women to consult with their healthcare provider before starting any new treatment, including MLD, to ensure it is safe for their specific situation. Postpartum is the time after childbirth. This can a be critical, increased emotional time. Some women often have feelings of sadness, emptiness, overwhelmed or hopelessness. This is also the time where women are at an increased postpartum depression. What is the function of the lymphatic system? -Activates the body’s detoxification system -Aids in immune support, so your body has a good chance to fight disease, illness and bacteria -Maintains fluid balance, decreasing inflammation -Helps to reduce scar tissue and scar formation -Helps to remove waste and expedites fat absorption to blood stream for metabolism and storage -Increases blood circulation and activates body's natural detoxification system, to remove excess fluid and waste. Benefits: -Helps increase milk production -Helps with hormone regulation -Increase blood flow and circulation -Decreases stress -Helps firm loose skin and provides muscle relaxation -Brings physical/emotional relief -Reduces swelling.

Cancellation Policy

Arrival: _____Your therapist will seek to arrive 10-15 mins before your scheduled time. Rescheduling your appointment: _____A minimum of 24 hours notice is required to reschedule or cancel your appointment without any penalties. Sickness or Family emergency: _____Please contact us to reschedule your appointment if you or someone in your house is infectious or has a contagious illness. Please do not come to the appointment sick. A one time allowance of last-minute cancellation or reschedule is permitted for sickness or family emergency. After that the cancellation/ no show policy is in effect. Cancellation - No show: _____As a courtesy, appointment reminders are sent out up to 48-72 hours before your appointment by either text, email or both. If an appointment is cancelled or rescheduled within 24 hours of the appointment, you will be charged 50% of your service as a cancellation fee. If you reschedule within 4 hours of your appointment or do not show up, you will be charged the full amount of the service as a cancellation fee. A credit card will be required at the time of booking to be held on file in case the aforementioned has occurred. Refund Policy: _____You are paying for the therapist time, product and other expenses used to provide you with this service. No refunds will be applied for any reason on services or products. If you are unhappy with the service, please contact us within 48 hours after the service to discuss your concerns.

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