Now & Zen offers Swedish, Prenatal, Postnatal and Hot Stone Massage.

What is a Swedish Relaxation treatment like?

Swedish Relaxation treatment facilitates an overall sense of well being through improved circulation and body awareness. Relaxation treatments are an important part of health and wellness and an excellent way to monitor and manage tension and pain in the body’s soft tissues. Recipients of regular treatments have reported reduced stress levels and improved sleep patterns. You may also enjoy improved range of motion and muscle flexibility. Hands on attention following an injury or strain will increase the recovery speed for muscles.

How are Prenatal treatments helpful in pregnancy?

Prenatal massage helps to manage the many soft tissue changes that accompany pregnancy. Those who regularily receive treatments report: less muscular tension and anxiety, help with sciatic nerve impingement, reduced backache, and a decrease in edema by improving circulation.
Women enjoy the benefits of both relaxation and relief from their chronic pains. Treatments are conducted on a maternity table with belly and breast recesses or in a side-lying position.

 

How can I possibly take the time to treat myself once my baby has arrived?

Studies have shown that continuation of massage and body work in general during the postpartum period is an effective means for managing postpartum stress, depression and fatigue. It offers a rest from the responsibilities of caring for a new baby and fosters the physical health of the new mother. For further help in post partum care, check out the class times for postnatal classes.