Childbirth is a long and tiring process for women. That’s why new mothers often ask for a massage to relieve fatigue. However, the question is, can mothers do massage after giving birth?
Is this relaxation method safe or even dangerous? Check out the following information, come on!
Maintaining the balance of hormones in the body
Besides triggering the production of endorphins, postpartum massage can also increase the production of the hormones oxytocin and prolactin.
These hormones play an important role in increasing the production of breast milk (breast milk).
The use of essential oils during massage can also help maintain mood balance and stimulate the production of happy hormones, such as dopamine, serotonin and norepinephrine.
Reducing swelling in the body
Swelling of the feet and hands is usually experienced by mothers since the second trimester of pregnancy.
This is because during pregnancy, body fluids increase by 50 percent. In … Read more