From the first month of pregnancy through full recovery from child birth, massage provides a positive, hands-on role for the partner and involves them in the birth of his child on a day-to-day basis. The book features a basic massage for the whole body; addresses special ailments of pregnancy such as morning sickness, circulatory problems, lactation stimulation, etc.; presents a complete ten minute head massage and a complete back message for late pregnancy; and even offers a day-to-day recovery program after birth to minimize stretch marks and ease the mother back to normal.
*Provides step-by-step, illustrated instruction for massage that is ideal for use at home and at birthing centers.
*Each page features photographic illustrations and anatomical illustrations of real massage during pregnancy.
*Check lists, the 'do's and don'ts' of massage, and valuable health tips.
*A lay-flat binding that stays open during a massage