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By Eraina Davis,
As a mom of four girls, I don’t get much time to practice self care and wellness, so I welcome opportunities to indulge in quality “me time.” One indulgence is Soothe on-demand massage, which makes a great Mother’s Day gift for any busy mom looking to relax without having to go to a spa.
The joys of mothering are endless, but it isn’t always conducive to getting enough sleep, as all parents know. According to the National Sleep Foundation, adults need between 7-9 hours of sleep per night. Massage therapy is perfect for moms who are losing sleep feel refreshed and energized, in a holistic way.
In addition to helping with exhaustion, massage therapy has many health benefits:
it relieves tension and soreness in your muscles, if you’ve been sitting all day or working out intensely;
it increases blood circulation which can increase your energy and focus, while at the same time promoting relaxation;
and, if you suffer from depression or anxiety, massage therapy may help alleviate these symptoms, according to studies