After delivery with his help, you can keep a beautiful shape of the breast and get rid of a few extra pounds. The principle of operation of any hydromassage is the effect on the body of water jets of different strengths. And if in your bathroom there is not enough room to install a full-fledged shower, you can take advantage of more affordable and economical options. Whether it is possible during pregnancy to take a contrast shower - our experts will answer.
Shower head
A quality model can replace a whole shower complex. At the same time, several massage regimes are far from the only advantage of modern nozzles. Some of them have a built-in system for cleaning and saving water.
What is it capable of?
The classic type of jet offers even the simplest model. It is intended, first of all, for simple hygienic procedures. A pulsating jet is best suited to cheer up in the morning, get rid of lethargy and drowsiness. This type of jet is also useful after exercising and normal charging. The soft type of the jet relaxes well in the evening and before bedtime. Thanks to the air bubble saturation, it is ideal for washing your head. The monostery has a directed and soft effect on the point healing effect.
Shower panel
Has a compact size. It has several nozzles arranged vertically, and an upper shower. It can easily be installed in any convenient 0M location for you. There are several criteria for choosing a shower panel. First of all, notice how wide the choice of top shower types is. The number of nozzles is also important - the optimal number is 6-8. Note the number of holes in the large nozzles. If their number is 20-30, and the water pressure in the pipes of your home is small, they will not be able to provide a decent quality of massage. Equally important is the presence of a thermostat, especially for installation in old houses, where water pressure often falls, - it will protect the skin from burns.
What is it capable of?
In addition to several varieties of the upper shower, the shower panels are equipped with nozzles. They differ in their purpose: for side, spinal massage, for neck and shoulder massage. If the model has 5-6 nozzles, you can turn them on at the same time - this will ensure the whole body hydromassage. In some models, it is possible to adjust the head of the jet: make it very thin or increase the power of the water supply.
Whirlpool during pregnancy
Before deciding on such procedures, be sure to consult a doctor. Hydromassage in the "interesting" position has many contraindications, in particular because of the threat of miscarriage. Massage of the legs is contraindicated if you have varicose veins. From a medical point of view, there are several rules for holding a whirlpool for pregnant women. Future mothers are allowed to massage only the upper back (to the waist), hands and feet. Exposure to other parts of the body can provoke premature birth. Hydromassage is always conducted from the periphery to the center of the body, that is, to the heart. And the massage jet itself should be directed along the tangent. The water temperature should not be above + 38 ° C. The duration of the procedure - at least 5 minutes, only then will achieve the desired effect.
- Massage should be started from the lowest level of the head of the jet. When it does not have an irritating effect, its strength can be increased.
- Do not use the nozzle modes with strong pressure and pressure. Because of the hormonal changes, the walls of the vessels are now fragile enough, there is a risk of vascular reticulums on the body.
From Back Pain
In order to relieve the unpleasant sensations in the lower back, it is not necessary to rub this area. You can massage the collar zone - the neck and shoulders. There are many reflexogenic points here, which is why this hydromassage will bring tangible relaxation of the whole body and will also improve blood circulation.
For prevention of edema and varicose veins
It is worth to spend a tight stream of water from the bottom up. If you are worried about swelling, it's good to have a contrast shower. The upper temperature of the water should be + 38 ° C, the bottom temperature is the most comfortable for you - about + 25-30 ° C.
For the prevention of stretch marks
For these purposes, a contrast shower is also suitable. In this case, massage the skin with warm and cool water is necessary with increasing duration - switching the water from one temperature to another follows in 30-50-70 seconds.
Remove superfluous
The peeling procedure is best suited to combine it with taking a shower. Indeed, it is through contact with water that many components of exfoliating agents are activated. For the whole body is suitable organic peeling. It contains not less than 70% of components of plant origin. For the feet, especially for the hardened parts of the foot, use a salt peeling, for example, with crystals of Dead Sea salts. Minerals and microelements of such agents improve the functioning of the lymphatic system. For hands, you need to choose a gentle peeling, for example, sugar. It perfectly nourishes the skin, which is often exposed to external influences. Scrub quickly return softness and tenderness.
Hydromassage after delivery
Usually, a hydromassage can be done 1-2 weeks after the birth of the child. However, if during pregnancy there was a ban on massage of certain zones, after birth, it is removed. In any case, before you start the procedure, be sure to consult a gynecologist.
For rapid recovery after delivery
Hydromass »; will help the internal organs that have shifted during pregnancy to rise to their original places and will save you a couple of centimeters in the waist. The movement of the shower should be strictly clockwise, and its distance from the skin is less than 50 cm. After several sessions, you can increase the head of water and the distance from the abdomen to 80 cm.
To preserve the shape of the breast
The most effective massage will be a scattered stream. Draw it upward: from the lower ribs to the shoulders. The head of the water should be of medium strength, and the trickles - beat up, as if lifting the chest. Then make a few circular motions in a clockwise motion. After that, with a stronger pressure of water, massage the areas of pectoral muscles: under the breast and the decollete area.
To get rid of cellulite
This is just the case when you need a fairly active impact and will have to place a pulsating type of jet with a strong head of water. In order to determine where you have the main deposits of cellulite, spray on the hips and buttocks. Wherever it is, the skin will turn pink very slowly. Pay special attention to these places. After hydromassage your skin should have a gently pink color. Bring it to brighter shades is permissible after 7-8 procedures.
Body time
Each shower intake "takes" from the skin such useful substances as fat and moisture. To restore them you will help creams and milk for the body. They form a thin film on the surface of the track, which protects it from drying out and the impact of an aggressive external environment. In addition, all body creams have moisturizing and nutritional properties. Body care products are emulsions based on oil and water. If there is a lot of oil in the cream or milk, such a product is perfectly suitable for dry and sensitive skin, protecting it from excessive loss of moisture and fat. If it has a lot of water (up to 70%), it is suitable for any type of skin. Such funds are well absorbed and do not leave a greasy shine. Unlike milk and cream, body oil does not have a moisturizing effect, but can reduce the loss of moisture. In addition, purified oils from almonds, sprouted wheat, olives or avocados are rich in vitamins and contain substances that smooth the skin.