Massage is great for your body all the time but when your body is going through the many changes of pregnancy it can be especially rewarding. If you’re a new mom-to-be, chances are you have a mix of excitement and anxiety.

One of the most common recommendations I make to clients is either to apply heat or ice to an area of their body. I find there’s a lot of confusion among clients as to which is appropriate for their needs. To understand which therapy is used for what we need a basic understanding of the effects of heat and cold.