{"id":91357,"date":"2026-05-14T17:19:48","date_gmt":"2026-05-14T07:19:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/getblys.com\/us\/?p=91357"},"modified":"2026-05-15T17:24:09","modified_gmt":"2026-05-15T07:24:09","slug":"is-pregnancy-massage-safe","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/getblys.com\/us\/blog\/is-pregnancy-massage-safe\/","title":{"rendered":"Is Prenatal Massage Safe? Here&#8217;s What You Need to Know"},"content":{"rendered":"[vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;][vc_column_text]\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-91358\" src=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Is-Pregnancy-Massage-Safe_-Heres-What-You-Need-to-Know.png\" alt=\"Prenatal Massage Guide\" width=\"940\" height=\"646\" srcset=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Is-Pregnancy-Massage-Safe_-Heres-What-You-Need-to-Know.png 940w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Is-Pregnancy-Massage-Safe_-Heres-What-You-Need-to-Know-768x528.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 940px) 100vw, 940px\" \/>If you&#8217;ve typed &#8220;is prenatal massage safe&#8221; into a search bar at midnight with your bump balanced on a pillow, you&#8217;re not alone. It&#8217;s one of the most asked questions during pregnancy\u00a0 and the answers online can be all over the map, ranging from overly restrictive to frustratingly thin on detail.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here&#8217;s the clear answer: prenatal massage is safe for most women when it&#8217;s performed correctly, by someone with genuine experience working with pregnant clients at every stage. But the details matter, and they&#8217;re worth understanding.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are trimester-specific considerations, areas that require extra care, and a handful of situations where checking in with your OB or midwife before booking is the right move. This post covers all of it plainly, without the clinical brochure tone.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">By the time you&#8217;re done reading, you&#8217;ll know exactly what to expect at your stage of pregnancy, which questions to ask, and why the setting you choose changes the experience more than most people realize.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"cursor:pointer\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #100249;color:#100249\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #100249;color:#100249\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/us\/blog\/is-pregnancy-massage-safe\/#Is_Prenatal_Massage_Safe_in_the_First_Trimester\" >Is Prenatal Massage Safe in the First Trimester?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/us\/blog\/is-pregnancy-massage-safe\/#Why_the_first_trimester_is_often_when_you_need_it_most\" >Why the first trimester is often when you need it most<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/us\/blog\/is-pregnancy-massage-safe\/#How_Does_Your_Trimester_Affect_Whats_Possible_in_a_Session\" >How Does Your Trimester Affect What&#8217;s Possible in a Session?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/us\/blog\/is-pregnancy-massage-safe\/#What_good_positioning_looks_like_and_why_it_matters_when_the_session_comes_to_you\" >What good positioning looks like and why it matters when the session comes to you<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/us\/blog\/is-pregnancy-massage-safe\/#Is_It_Safe_on_the_Legs_and_Feet_and_Which_Areas_Need_Extra_Care\" >Is It Safe on the Legs and Feet and Which Areas Need Extra Care?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/us\/blog\/is-pregnancy-massage-safe\/#When_Should_You_Check_With_Your_OB_or_Midwife_Before_Booking\" >When Should You Check With Your OB or Midwife Before Booking?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/us\/blog\/is-pregnancy-massage-safe\/#Why_Booking_a_Mobile_Session_Changes_More_Than_Just_the_Location\" >Why Booking a Mobile Session Changes More Than Just the Location<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/us\/blog\/is-pregnancy-massage-safe\/#How_to_Book_a_Session_You_Can_Trust\" >How to Book a Session You Can Trust<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/us\/blog\/is-pregnancy-massage-safe\/#Your_Wellness_Journey_Starts_Here\" >Your Wellness Journey Starts Here<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_Prenatal_Massage_Safe_in_the_First_Trimester\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Is Prenatal Massage Safe in the First Trimester?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This is where most of the hesitation lives. You&#8217;ve probably come across warnings that massage in early pregnancy should be avoided but the concern is often more overstated than the evidence supports.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The elevated miscarriage risk in the first trimester is primarily driven by chromosomal factors, not external physical intervention. A<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">systematic review published on PubMed<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> found no significant evidence linking appropriately administered massage therapy to adverse pregnancy outcomes.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">That said, experienced practitioners do work more conservatively during this window lighter pressure, no abdominal work, and steering clear of specific acupressure points historically associated with uterine stimulation, particularly around the inner ankle and the webbing between thumb and forefinger.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For most healthy, uncomplicated pregnancies, a gentle session focusing on the back, neck, shoulders, and legs is considered appropriate from early on. What matters most is working with a vetted, insured professional who has genuine experience with pregnancy clients and takes a thorough health history before the session begins.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_the_first_trimester_is_often_when_you_need_it_most\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Why the first trimester is often when you need it most<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ironically, the early weeks when many women feel most hesitant to book are often when the physical discomfort hits hardest. Fatigue arrives before the bump does. Back tension builds before your posture has visibly shifted. Headaches are common, sleep suffers, and most of your usual go-to remedies feel suddenly off the table.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Expert, gentle bodywork at this stage can ease muscular tension, support circulation, and provide real physical relief during a window when very little else is available. If you&#8217;re uncertain, bring it up with your OB or midwife for most healthy pregnancies, the response will be a clear all-clear.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Does_Your_Trimester_Affect_Whats_Possible_in_a_Session\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How Does Your Trimester Affect What&#8217;s Possible in a Session?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The second trimester is widely considered the most comfortable window for bodywork in pregnancy. Energy typically returns, morning sickness eases for many women, and your body genuinely starts to need the support.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Postural strain builds as your center of gravity shifts. Round ligament discomfort, mid-back tension, and tight hips all respond well to trusted, skilled hands at this stage. Many women who begin regular sessions in the second trimester find they sleep better and carry day-to-day physical discomfort more easily.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">By the third trimester, positioning becomes the primary consideration. Lying flat on your back for extended periods isn&#8217;t recommended after around 28 weeks the weight of the uterus can compress the vena cava, the large vein that returns blood to the heart, which can cause dizziness or a drop in blood pressure.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A skilled practitioner will use supportive cushioning and side-lying positioning to keep you and your baby comfortable and safe throughout.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_good_positioning_looks_like_and_why_it_matters_when_the_session_comes_to_you\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What good positioning looks like and why it matters when the session comes to you<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In a well-set-up late-pregnancy session, you&#8217;ll typically be lying on your side with a full-length body cushion supporting your bump, knees, and lower back. When a professional comes to your home, there&#8217;s no clinic table to navigate at 34 weeks, no waiting room, and no drive home while your nervous system is still settling.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What really changes the experience is what happens after the session ends. Your body needs time to integrate the work. When it ends in your own home, you can stay still and rest rather than getting dressed, finding your car, and re-entering daily life before your body has had a chance to catch up. That recovery window is genuinely part of the therapeutic value, and mobile bookings protect it completely.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_It_Safe_on_the_Legs_and_Feet_and_Which_Areas_Need_Extra_Care\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Is It Safe on the Legs and Feet and Which Areas Need Extra Care?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This comes up in almost every conversation about prenatal massage safety, and it deserves a more thorough answer than the standard &#8220;avoid certain pressure points&#8221; response.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The abdomen is generally avoided, particularly in the first trimester. In later pregnancy, very gentle, superficial touch may be incorporated if you&#8217;re comfortable with it but sustained or deep pressure is not appropriate at any stage.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Specific acupressure points around the inner ankle (Spleen 6), the back of the knee, and the hegu point between thumb and forefinger are traditionally avoided due to their historical association with uterine stimulation. The clinical evidence is limited, but most experienced practitioners take a conservative approach, and there&#8217;s no reason to take unnecessary risks.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Deep tissue work on the legs, particularly the calves, is approached with significant care. Pregnancy substantially increases the risk of deep vein thrombosis (DVT), meaning vigorous or deep pressure on the lower legs is contraindicated. This is why a flat yes or no to &#8220;are leg massages safe during pregnancy?&#8221; doesn&#8217;t quite work technique and pressure are the deciding factors. Light effleurage is generally appropriate; deep sustained work is not.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Are foot massages safe during pregnancy? For most healthy pregnancies, yes with light to moderate pressure. The same acupressure considerations apply to specific foot points, but a standard relaxation-focused foot massage is not contraindicated. Many women in the third trimester find foot work provides meaningful relief from swelling and fatigue.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_Should_You_Check_With_Your_OB_or_Midwife_Before_Booking\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When Should You Check With Your OB or Midwife Before Booking?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For most healthy pregnancies, booking a session is a perfectly routine decision. But a conversation with your care team makes sense first if any of the following apply:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You have a high-risk pregnancy or have been advised to limit physical activity.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You have a history of preterm labor or recurrent pregnancy loss.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You&#8217;re experiencing pre-eclampsia or pregnancy-related hypertension.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You have placenta previa or another confirmed placental abnormality.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You have a known blood clotting disorder or a personal history of DVT.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You&#8217;re experiencing unexplained swelling, particularly in the legs or hands.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This isn&#8217;t a list designed to create doubt it&#8217;s a set of checkpoints to guide an informed conversation. In the vast majority of cases, your provider will give you a clear all-clear or suggest minor adjustments. The<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.whattoexpect.com\/pregnancy\/pregnancy-health\/prenatal-massage\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG)<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> recognizes massage as a generally safe complementary option during pregnancy, and research through<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC12113191\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> PubMed<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> confirms it&#8217;s well tolerated and beneficial for back pain, edema, and anxiety when applied appropriately.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Booking_a_Mobile_Session_Changes_More_Than_Just_the_Location\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Why Booking a Mobile Session Changes More Than Just the Location<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Most prenatal massage safety content focuses entirely on what happens during the session positioning, areas to avoid, trimester considerations. What rarely gets discussed is what happens around it.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you&#8217;re pregnant, especially in the later trimesters, the logistics of getting to and from a clinic or spa compound in ways that erode exactly the recovery the session was meant to provide. Driving with a bump, sitting in a waiting area, navigating a treatment room that may not be fully set up for pregnancy, and then making the drive home while your body is in a deep state of relaxation all of it chips away at the benefit before you&#8217;ve even walked out the door.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Booking through<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/us\/services\/prenatal-massage\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Blys prenatal massage services<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> means the session comes to you. The providers you book through Blys are vetted and insured, with experience working with pregnancy clients across all three trimesters. They arrive with everything including pregnancy-specific positioning equipment and you never have to leave home.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For a local, trusted professional who understands the specific demands of pregnancy, the at-home format removes friction at exactly the point when friction matters most. Whether you&#8217;re in your first trimester or days from your due date, the session meets you where you are literally.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For a deeper look at what to expect at each stage, our<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/us\/blog\/prenatal-massage-guide\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> complete prenatal massage guide<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> has everything you need. If you&#8217;re in the home stretch, our post on<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/us\/blog\/third-trimester-wellness-services\/\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">third trimester wellness services<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> goes into the specific support that helps most in those final weeks.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Book_a_Session_You_Can_Trust\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How to Book a Session You Can Trust<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Prenatal massage is safe for the vast majority of expectant mothers and when it&#8217;s done well, it addresses real physical discomfort in ways very few other options can match. Know your situation, understand the trimester-specific considerations, and work with a professional who has the experience to meet you where you are.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The providers you book through<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/us\/\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Blys<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> are vetted, insured, and experienced across every trimester and they&#8217;ll come to you.<\/span><\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;full_width_background&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; bg_color=&#8221;#faf1eb&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;center&#8221; top_padding=&#8221;3%&#8221; bottom_padding=&#8221;3%&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221; shape_type=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;][vc_column_text]\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Your_Wellness_Journey_Starts_Here\"><\/span>Your Wellness Journey Starts Here<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text][nectar_btn size=&#8221;jumbo&#8221; button_style=&#8221;regular&#8221; button_color_2=&#8221;Accent-Color&#8221; icon_family=&#8221;none&#8221; text=&#8221;Book Now&#8221; url=&#8221;https:\/\/app.getblys.com\/new-booking\/?utm_source=website-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=is-pregnancy-massage-safe&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>[vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;][vc_column_text] If you&#8217;ve typed &#8220;is prenatal massage safe&#8221; into a&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1913,"featured_media":91358,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[252,443,445],"tags":[],"reviewer":[],"class_list":{"0":"post-91357","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-business","8":"category-blys-for-clients","9":"category-self-care-101"},"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v26.6 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>Is Prenatal Massage Safe? 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