Pregnancy Reflexology

Reflexology is generally considered to be safe in pregnancy and can be given at any stage of pregnancy, although the earlier the treatments start the more effective they can be.

Reflexology experienced during pregnancy can:

• Promote and support a pregnancy
• Provide relief from pregnancy related conditions and discomforts
• Assist in a natural birth
• Shorten labour time
• Improve recovery post birth
• Support good breastfeeding
• Help with postnatal depression

Reflexology can provide relief from many pregnancy discomforts such as nausea, backache, constipation, symphysis pubis dysfunction, high or low blood pressure, fatigue, headaches and many more.

The link between a mother's health and her unborn child's health is becoming increasing well known.  Reflexology can help the mother achieve her best potential health and consequently assist the health of her baby.

Reflexology can assist in ensuring a natural birth by preparing the body for labour and facilitating the birth process, including priming labour and turning a breech baby.  Research studies have shown that women who receive regular reflexology during pregnancy have better pregnancies and shorter labour with less intervention. (Motha, Dr G. 1994 The Magic of Reflexology in pregnancy Reflexions - The journal of the Associations of Reflexologists.)

Reflexology can promote a speedy recovery after the birth and establish good breastfeeding.  Chinese research has shown that reflexology makes women lactate earlier and more satisfactorily.  Reflexology can also be very beneficial in helping to cope with and recover from postpartum depression.  These positive postnatal effects can benefit a mom who has given birth by cesarean.

The session will balance the entire body with additional gentle working of the reproductive organs and endocrine system reflexes using linking, balancing movements.  Relevant pregnancy complaints will be treated throughout the session as well as extensive work on the lymphatic system to assist with any swelling and fluid retention.

A reflexology treatment is generally an incredibly relaxing experience at a time when a mother's body is going through amazing changes and stresses.  It is immensely beneficial, and wonderful rejuvenating.