We all know that a massage not only reduces pain and relieves stress, but also has other health benefits.

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Massage of the femoral artery around the pelvic region is completely natural and is a technique that women can use without any external aid to boost their reproductive ability and handle their menstrual cycles better. The massage increases blood circulation to the pelvic organs nourishing the ovaries for optimal egg production and the uterus for endometrial lining. Caution must be exercised as to when this technique is preformed as it is not to be done when you are menstruating or when you think you are pregnant – so to be safe it should only be done during the follicular stage of the cycle after the period has finished and before ovulation.

Fertility massage can be very beneficial if you suffer from blocked fallopian tubes, or you have Poly Cystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) or Ovarian Cysts, or Endometriosis. Hormonal imbalances, menstrual cramps and poor circulation can also be relieved from fertility massage.

You not only feel relaxed when doing the massage but any adhesions, if any, are broken down and fresh oxygenated blood will flow more freely nourishing the different muscles and organs of the pelvic region.

Four Easy steps for performing Fertility Massage

Press down on the area between your thigh and your lower abdomen. This artery branches off to supply blood to the uterus, fallopian tubes and ovaries.

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Circulate the area with your fingertips and hold down for 15 – 20 seconds. The pressure increases and forces the blood back into the pelvic region nourishing the organs.

Releasing the pressure you will feel a warm sensation run down your legs to the extremities.

Repeat the exercise, three times, twice a day, from when your period finishes and up to ovulation or the day before embryo transfer