Soothing massage to support a mother before, during, and after birth

Pregnancy is an exciting and challenging time, and expectant mothers need all the physical and emotional support they can get. A massage from a partner or loved one can be a beautiful way to offer that support. Massage for Pregnancy and Beyond is your how-to guide for safe and comforting massage techniques that can be used by anyone looking to do something helpful and healing for a mom-to-be. You'll learn the basics of effective massage therapy, including simple sequences to relieve everything from sore feet and hip tension to supporting a woman through the remarkable event that is birth.

Massage for Pregnancy and Beyond features:

• Advice for the entire journey—Understand the changes mom's body is undergoing during each trimester of pregnancy, as well as labor and the postpartum phase.
• No experience required—Simple instructions ensure you can easily learn techniques to soothe, calm, and support a pregnant loved one.
• A closer connection—Discover the beauty of healing touch to provide comfort, safety, and bonding for mom, baby, and partners.

Michele Rosa Morrison has spent many years working with mothers as a bodyworker, birth and postpartum doula, sex educator, pelvic health specialist, belly dance instructor, and nonviolent communication mentor. Her experience gives her a unique perspective on the struggles that women encounter during the motherhood journey, and how they can find power in their own bodies.