Protecting the 4th Trimester: The Power of Massage

The fourth trimester is the transition both the mother and baby enter after birth, emotionally and physically for the first twelve weeks in the postpartum period. Massage and positive touch can play a positive and beneficial role during the fourth trimester.

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Journal
The Practising Midwife
Published
2026-11-10
DOI
https://doi.org/10.55975/tqfh7608
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Maternal and Perinatal Health Interventions
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Protecting the 4th Trimester: The Power of Massage

Angie Willis
The Practising Midwife
Maternal and Perinatal Health Interventions
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Protecting the 4th Trimester: The Power of Massage

Angie Willis
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Abstract

The fourth trimester is the transition both the mother and baby enter after birth, emotionally and physically for the first twelve weeks in the postpartum period. Massage and positive touch can play a positive and beneficial role during the fourth trimester.

The Practising MidwifeVol. 29(06)
Maternal and Perinatal Health Interventions
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