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Prenatal massage can be very effective and relaxing for the pregnant women. This can be started after 13 weeks of pregnancy( https://www.pregnancystages.net/13-week-pregnancy ). There are many advantages of having a prenatal massage form which few are stated below:

prenatal massage

It helps in reducing pain.
Helps in improving circulation for baby and the mother.
Helps in improving immune system of baby and the mother.
Gives a better sleep.
It helps in relaxing mind and body which makes the attitude calm.
Helps in bonding the baby and mother in a better way.
Helps in improving the chances of carrying the baby for full term.
It helps in improving the health of baby.
Helps in improving skin condition.
Helps in reducing headaches and nausea.
Prenatal MassageMaterials needed:
Following is the list of those materials which is needed for a prenatal massage.

A towel and a thick, steady and stiff pillow
A towel or thin pillow for placing it under the belly.
Two sheets or towel for draping.
A pillow which could be hold.
Position

Never lie on your stomach for a massage. This can cause back ache.
Massage should be done only after a term of 13 weeks of pregnancy. Earlier to that, it may cause miscarriage. 13-22 weeks of pregnant woman can lie on her back having a cushion or pillow under her hip but a 22 weeks pregnant woman should not lie for more than 3 minutes on her back. This can cause a lot of pressure which can result in breathlessness in mother and also restrict oxygen and nutrition to baby.
It would be safe to take a side lying position for massage.
Make yourself comfortable by placing a pillow under the belly( https://www.pregnancystages.net/restless-nights-answers-common-sleep-concerns-pregnancy ).
Place the blankets or towels to cover you for the massage.
Place a pillow or cushion under your head. This pillow should not be very high or very low as it can hurt your spine.
Pressure:
Any amount of pressure can be used for this massage as far as you feel comfortable with it. Use light pressure if you have water retention feet or hands.
Precautions:

Avoid any massages before 13 weeks of pregnancy.
Do not massage inner legs.
Do not use any shaking moves on inner legs.
Avoid massage if there is any bleeding.

Source: www.pregnancystages.net