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Do you have to tell a massage therapist that you're BFing?
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melbalalala
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Melissa
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Do you have to tell a massage therapist that you're BFing?
I know they don't rub your boobs  but is this something they need to know? Not sure if they would do something differently with this knowledge?
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Posted 11/26/10 2:40 PM  |
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smdl
I love Gary too..on a plate!
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Re: Do you have to tell a massage therapist that you're BFing?
You should tell them only to make you more comfortable while positioning you.
It's not super comfy to lay down on BFing breasts.
Some clients like to keep their bra on with the pads if they leak. The massage therapist can just unstrap it when he/she works your back.
There is a pillow that is made with cut out for breasts and I use it a lot for larger breasts women, women who BF or had recent surgery.
If they don't have a special cut out pillow they can prop you up with some rolled up towels.
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| Posted 11/26/10 2:47 PM |
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LML
Twins!
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Laura
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Re: Do you have to tell a massage therapist that you're BFing?
Yes, there are some essential oils that are not okay for BF moms. Make sure you mention it so they don't use those on you. I don't know which ones they are specifically, but the last time I had a massage they told me that this was an issue.
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| Posted 11/26/10 2:57 PM |
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smdl
I love Gary too..on a plate!
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Re: Do you have to tell a massage therapist that you're BFing?
Posted by LML
Yes, there are some essential oils that are not okay for BF moms. Make sure you mention it so they don't use those on you. I don't know which ones they are specifically, but the last time I had a massage they told me that this was an issue.
Here is the list I posted on another thread. Those listed below are fine!
NB:
German Chamomile
Roman Chamomille
Lavender
Yarrow
Dill
2-6 months old
ABOVE PLUS
Mandarin
Eucalyptus
Coriander
Neroli
6-12 months old
ABOVE PLUS
Palma Rosa
Calendula
Grapefruit
Aniseed
Tea tree
Message edited 11/26/2010 3:04:20 PM.
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| Posted 11/26/10 3:00 PM |
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melbalalala
Little Lady
Member since 5/07 5014 total posts
Name:
Melissa
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Re: Do you have to tell a massage therapist that you're BFing?
Posted by smdl
You should tell them only to make you more comfortable while positioning you.
It's not super comfy to lay down on BFing breasts.
Some clients like to keep their bra on with the pads if they leak. The massage therapist can just unstrap it when he/she works your back.
There is a pillow that is made with cut out for breasts and I use it a lot for larger breasts women, women who BF or had recent surgery.
If they don't have a special cut out pillow they can prop you up with some rolled up towels.
Fantastic information.. thanks!
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| Posted 11/26/10 3:50 PM |
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