Mother Massage
Author: Stillerman, Elaine
ISBN: 9780440507024
Publisher: RANDOM HOUSE US
Year first published: 01 Jul 1992
Pages: 192
Format: Paperback / softback
A Handbook for Relieving the Discomforts of Pregnancybr>br>Massage is a sensuous, relaxing, and loving treatment that has the added bonus of being especially good for you. It's the perfect way to reduce stress and promote general well-being. During pregnancy, your body is undergoing many changes, some of them stressful and discomforting. i>Mother Massage/i>, by licensed massage therapist Elaine Stillerman, is a beautifully illustrated guide to help eliminate some of these adverse effects. Designed to be used either alone or with a partner, i>Mother Massage/i> provides techniques for a variety of massages, including full body massage, preparation for labor and birthing massage, massage during the postpartum and nursing stages, and infant massage. These techniques are explained in step-by-step, illustrated detail. You'll also learn special massages for treating such discomforts as-br>br>. Backaches br>. Breast Soreness br>. Charley Horse and Leg Cramps br>. Headaches br>. Heartburn br>. Fatigue br>. Morning Sickness br>. Sciatica br>. Stretch Marks br>. Varicose Veins br>. And Many Othersbr>br>Also included are sections on reflexology, herbal remedies, and nutritional requirements for pregnant and lactating women.
ISBN: 9780440507024
Publisher: RANDOM HOUSE US
Year first published: 01 Jul 1992
Pages: 192
Format: Paperback / softback
A Handbook for Relieving the Discomforts of Pregnancybr>br>Massage is a sensuous, relaxing, and loving treatment that has the added bonus of being especially good for you. It's the perfect way to reduce stress and promote general well-being. During pregnancy, your body is undergoing many changes, some of them stressful and discomforting. i>Mother Massage/i>, by licensed massage therapist Elaine Stillerman, is a beautifully illustrated guide to help eliminate some of these adverse effects. Designed to be used either alone or with a partner, i>Mother Massage/i> provides techniques for a variety of massages, including full body massage, preparation for labor and birthing massage, massage during the postpartum and nursing stages, and infant massage. These techniques are explained in step-by-step, illustrated detail. You'll also learn special massages for treating such discomforts as-br>br>. Backaches br>. Breast Soreness br>. Charley Horse and Leg Cramps br>. Headaches br>. Heartburn br>. Fatigue br>. Morning Sickness br>. Sciatica br>. Stretch Marks br>. Varicose Veins br>. And Many Othersbr>br>Also included are sections on reflexology, herbal remedies, and nutritional requirements for pregnant and lactating women.
