When trying to conceive, when should I get Lymphatic Drainage Massage?
When trying to conceive, when should I get Lymphatic Drainage Massage?
If you’re planning for pregnancy and would like to include Lymphatic Massage as another tool for preparation and conception, have a read through the below.
Planning for conception (before actively trying)
Timing: Lymphatic Drainage Massage can be done anytime throughout your cycle. So book in when it suits your schedule.
Frequency: Aim for 1-4 sessions per month for 3 months, before actively trying to conceive.
The goal: To increase blood and lymph flow, lower inflammation in your body (rid toxins), reduce stress, and help balance hormones.
Preconception (actively trying)
Timing: Book in during your follicular phase (days 1-14) of your cycle when actively trying to conceive. It’s best to avoid Lymphatic Drainage during the luteal phase (day 14 to menstruation).
Frequency: 1-2 massages per cycle.
The goal: To increase blood and lymph flow, lower inflammation in your body (rid toxins), reduce stress, and help balance hormones.
Why this timing?
3 months: it takes about 90 days for an “immature” egg to grow, ready for ovulation.
Follicular phase: This phase is when the body is preparing for ovulation. Lymphatic Drainage Massage may help optimise blood flow and nutrient delivery to the reproductive organs during this phase.
Luteal phase: The body is preparing for potential implantation and so Lymphatic Drainage is generally avoided as it could interfere with the delicate hormonal balance required for implantation.
What about IVF?
Timing + Frequency: Ask your doctor as they can create an individualised schedule. It is likely to be in the lead up to your embryo transfer.
The goal: This approach can help with fluid retention and bloating, improve blood and lymph circulation, improve nutrient supply to the ovaries via microcirculation, and potentially support a better environment for implantation.
In short… opt for the start of your cycle. Book in here and be in touch with any questions.
Written by Tarren Hehir
Fertility massage support in Carlton, Brunswick, Thornbury, Coburg, Fitzroy, Fitzroy North, Clifton Hill, Kew, Richmond.
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