Beauty treatments and pregnancy
As pregnant women we know
all about the things we can’t do but what about the things we can do!
I’m here to tell you all
the lovely treatments you can still have during your pregnancy, the best times
to have them and the benefits! It’s not easy for us carrying around all that
extra weight every day and with our bodies working like we’re at the gym 24/7
to create a new life we often get tired, sore and aggravated. So it’s important
for us to take some time to relax!
Manicures and pedicures
Manicures and pedicures
can be performed at any stage of pregnancy! One of the not so great things
about growing a little one is the strain it puts on our feet especially during
the last trimester! Causing us to have dry skin and swelling! Pedicures help to
reduce this and removes tension, helping your feet feel normal again (at least
for a little while!). Our nails strengthen so it’s nice to pop some polish on
and keep them looking good! CND Shellac is also safe to use at this time but do
make sure it is 100% shellac polish as there are a lot of fake brands going
around these days!
Pregnancy reflexology
This is a brilliant way to
relax during pregnancy but do note you must be passed 12 weeks in order for
this treatment to be provided! Reflexology works on pressure points in the feet
and especially for pregnancy can help relieve sickness and water retention,
reduce back pain and rebalance hormones. Specific areas of the feet are worked
on to help you feel rebalanced! It’s one of my personal favourites!
Facials
Facials can be provided
after the first 12 weeks of pregnancy, Ensure that none of the products being
used contain Vitamin A and avoid harsh facials such as micro-dermabraision or
skin peels. This is because the skin is already sensitive. Some ladies skin
flourishes and becomes wonderful and soft during pregnancy unless you’re
unlucky like me and the hormones have dried out your skin beyond belief and
caused spots to appear where you wouldn’t normally get them! If this is the
case then a facial is great for you!
Massage
Massages are available for
pregnant ladies after the first 12 weeks of pregnancy. However avoid aromatherapy oils as they are absorbed
into the skin and could harm your baby (this goes for when you are breastfeeding
also). As your bump gets bigger you will know its more difficult to lie on your
front so seated massages such as Indian head can also be a great way to relieve
tension and make you feel good!
I know I’ll be trying all
of these out during my course of pregnancy and it’s nice to know there are
things you can have done rather than things you can’t!
If you have any questions
give me a call on 01908 567766
Holly x
