Small moments of self-care can make a meaningful difference throughout pregnancy, postpartum recovery, and motherhood. Between appointments, to-do lists, nursery preparations, feeding schedules, and caring for everyone around you, it’s easy for your own needs to fall to the bottom of the list. Yet motherhood asks a lot of your body and mind. Whether you’re expecting your first baby or …
Pregnancy is filled with change. Your body adapts physically, your emotions shift, and your daily routines begin to look different as you prepare for life with a baby. During all of these transitions, one simple but powerful form of support often makes a huge difference: touch. Safe, supportive touch — especially through prenatal or postnatal massage — can help expecting …
The Importance of Mental Health for Expectant Mothers Pregnancy is a time of incredible physical and emotional changes. While much emphasis is placed on the physical well-being of expectant mothers, the importance of mental health during pregnancy should not be overlooked. At St. Louis Prenatal Massage, we understand the unique challenges and stressors that can accompany this transformative period. We recognize …
