General Benefits of Massage
Relaxes and calms both mind and body
Decreases stress
Increases flexibility and range of motion
Increases lymphatic circulation which aids in elimination of toxins
Increases immune system response
Increases circulation of blood
Relieves respiratory muscular tension
Decreases muscle spasms
Patterns deeper, fuller breathing
Increases body awareness
Increases feelings of wellbeing

Additional Benefits of Massage During Pregnancy/Labor/and Postpartum
Reduces edema and high blood pressure, relieves varicose veins
Facilitates hormonal, respiratory, gastrointestinal, urinary, and other prenatal physiological processes
Contributes to shorter, less painful labor and reduces labor complications, medications, and interventions
Improves infant well-being
Fosters nurturing maternal touch
Facilitates postpartum recovery, including structrual and abdominal restoration, healing from Cesarean birth, and relief of
Muscle strain of childcare activities
Encourages more loving, less violent individuals and societies.