Postnatal Massage - Feet and Legs

• Rub oil on the feet and legs. 

• Massage the ankle in a circular motion.

• The calf muscles are next.

• Grasp leg and hold it like a baby.

• And rotate the legs in a circular motion.

• Be gentle, especially with pelvic instability, as the body is still recovering.

• Massage thigs in an upward movement.

• Finish by stroking entire leg.

 

Benefits:

• A moment to yourself

• Releases tension

• Stimulates recovery

• Releases feel-good hormones

• Helps deal with baby blues and postnatal depression.