Why Parents Deserve a Massage After School Starts

Back-to-school season is exciting for kids, but for parents? It’s a marathon. Between shopping for supplies, getting everyone back on a sleep schedule, packing lunches, managing homework, and running to after-school activities, it’s easy to forget to take care of yourself. Once the dust settles and the kids are back in class, it’s the perfect time to schedule a massage and here’s why.

1. You’ve Been Running on Overdrive

The weeks leading up to the first day of school are full of errands and long to-do lists. Even if you’ve managed to stay organized, the hustle can leave your body tight and your mind frazzled. Massage helps release muscle tension, improve circulation, and calm your nervous system so you can finally breathe again.

2. Stress Doesn’t Just Disappear When the Bell Rings

Sure, the kids are out of the house for part of the day, but that doesn’t mean your stress is gone. Now your attention shifts to work deadlines, coordinating pick-ups and drop-offs, and keeping everything running smoothly. Massage helps reduce stress hormones like cortisol while boosting serotonin and dopamine, which improve mood and energy levels.

3. Your Shoulders Need a Break from Carrying the Load

Literally and figuratively. Lugging backpacks, sports gear, and grocery bags, or simply holding onto all the mental lists takes a toll on your body. Massage therapy can target the areas where parents typically hold stress: neck, shoulders, and lower back.

4. A Reset for Your Immune System

Back-to-school season is also back-to-germs season. Massage therapy supports healthy immune function by improving lymphatic circulation, helping your body fight off the sniffles that inevitably make their way home from the classroom.

5. You Deserve a Moment That’s Just for You

Parents spend so much energy taking care of everyone else that self-care often slips to the bottom of the list. A massage isn’t just a luxury, it's a way to invest in your health and well-being. When you feel better, you show up as a more patient, energized version of yourself for your family.

Now that the kids are hitting the books, give yourself permission to hit pause. Book a massage at A Better Body Massage Therapy and let us help you recharge for the busy months ahead. Click HERE to book!