Ahhhhhh

"Yesterday I treated myself royally. In honor of my upcoming birthday and utilizing the spa gift certificate my wonderful husband gave me last Christmas (yes, I know that was a while ago) I scheduled a prenatal massage for myself.

At this particular spa they will allow you to lay on your stomach/back until 22 weeks (with the support of special maternal bolsters and cut-out cushions). I was determined to receive my treatment before October when I turned 22 weeks and would have to lay on my side, something I didn’t think would be all that relaxing!

My special afternoon began with a foot soak to get me in the mood for relaxing, something that is difficult for a mom to achieve, especially one who is pregnant and one who can’t seem to forget about her to-do list!

Lemon water hydrated me, a plush robe comforted me, and soothing music attempted to put me in a state of Zen.

My massage therapist was a down-to-earth woman who instantaneously made me feel at ease and forget my chore list. Lavender with a hint of lemon and pine infused my nose and relaxed all my senses, complete calm overcame me.

Using Momma Mia products the massage therapist set out to relax all my aches and tense muscles that I didn’t even know were tight. After 50 minutes, I would have been happy with 50 minutes more, but was entering a state of euphoria (especially with the peppermint aroma therapy I received to complete the maternal massage) and could have easily fallen asleep.

After I forced myself to “come-to”, I was treated to a complimentary Swedish shower. I was skeptical that this would be anything special, but seeing as I was meeting up with some friends it would do me well to wash off the massage oils.

I tell you, that was the most amazing shower I’ve ever experienced: a large rain shower head and 12 jets of water to wash and soothe. Maybe that doesn’t sound like much in words, but I would advise anyone who gets a chance to experience one to take it! And to get a prenatal massage if you’re expecting. I might even consider another closer to my due date despite having to be on my side."
--Clare