Rubbing the Right Way

I keep promising myself a massage, but I’ve been having trouble rationalizing the cost (it isn’t covered by my health insurance). This article at about.com, gave me all the justification I need:

• “Postpartum massage focuses on helping to restore the woman’s body to its pre-pregnancy condition. Massage therapy plays an important part in the restoration of the abdominal muscle wall and the uterus to its normal state. It helps to realign the body weight to its original distribution, and tones the over-stretched areas of skin over the belly. As with all massages, it relieves muscle tension and stress from everyday activities, especially new mothering duties. It not only helps restore the physical body to the new mom, but also helps to revive her emotional state. The loving touch of hands can provide a time to relax and reflect for the new mother, and helps to get her through the postpartum blues. When the mother feels good about herself, it is easier to meet the needs of her newborn.”