'Preggy bed' treat for mums-to-be

Working on one of Wakatipu's mums-to-be on the new "preggy bed" is Remarkables Physios'...
Working on one of Wakatipu's mums-to-be on the new "preggy bed" is Remarkables Physios' physiotherapist Jackie Hughson. The middle portion of the bed can be removed to incorporate pregnant tummies so women can still have physiotherapy and massage treatments while pregnant. Photo by Tracey Roxburgh.
Mums-to-be in the Wakatipu longing for a massage during which they don't have to lie on their backs need long no more with the introduction of the "preggy bed".

Remarkable Physios' managing director Melissa Davidson said the Remarkables Park-based company was promising to bring comfort and relaxation to pregnant women with a modified physio bed.

"We are committed to this district and to doing our bit to make life in the Wakatipu more family-friendly, starting with mums-to-be."

The modified bed is designed to fit pregnant women lying on their stomachs, with two cutouts to accommodate different sized "preggy bulges" allowing the mother to lie on her front with no pressure on her baby.

"The preggy bed allows us to effectively treat women in various positions and ensures that the woman feels comfortable and safe.

"We can also give massages while the woman completely relaxes."

Ms Davidson said the feedback so far had been excellent.

"They report that it is wonderful to use and feels fantastic, especially being able to lie flat on their fronts, which many women miss while being pregnant."

Remarkable Physios is offering a free 30-minute massage to every pregnant woman in the Wakatipu, upon proof of pregnancy and residency, for the next 12 months, enabling all the resort's mums-to-be to experience the preggy bed for themselves.

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