Maternity Reflexology is tailored to care for the mind, body and spirit of mum and new baby. This can start as early as preconception, and then is carried out through pregnancy, labour and the post-natal
period.
Reflexology, is a safe and practical therapy for pregnant women, which can be safely carried out throughout pregnancy if done by a qualified Maternity Reflexologist. Maternity Reflexology can help to energise, giving a healthier pregnancy and has
been known to give a shorter, easier labour/delivery and recovery after the birth.
Preconceptual Care
Getting pregnant is not as easy for some couples as it is for others. Reflexology can help both men and women with fertility problems by aiding the conception. It can help with menstrual problems and sperm
motility and production.
Pregnancy
Pregnancy is a wonderful time for women, but doesn't come without its problems. The change in hormones and their action on the body has varied effects on each woman. Reflexology can help with all
problems, including the emotional effects and physical changes in the body.
Regular Reflexology during pregnancy can help with these problems and has been reported to reduce the pain and length of labour. The mother often finds recovery time is also improved drastically.
Reflexology can help with relief of the following common complaints of pregnancy:
Morning sickness
Nausea & Vomiting
Headaches
Pain & discomfort
Loss of bladder control
Backache
Stress & anxiety
Lack of sleep & fatigue
Digestive problems e.g. constipation, heartburn
Fluid retention - Swollen/puffy ankles & legs
Cramp
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Balance blood pressure
General emotional problems
Labour & Birth
Reflexology can play an important role during labour and birth. Many women have Reflexology to encourage labour, especially if they are overdue. Reflexology stimulates the release of oxytocin, the
hormone that starts uterine contractions.
During labour Reflexology helps to keep the body relaxed and calm and may be useful for pain control. Many of the good birth units at the hospital now use many complementary therapies during labour,
including Reflexology. They will often allow Reflexology treatment during labour to help with the pain from contractions. It is always best to check with your midwife and birth unit to see they allow the
treatments.
For women, who are either planning an elective caesarean or who will have to have an emergency Caesarean, regular Reflexology treatments are an excellent way to prepare the body for this, and aids a swift
recovery.
Reflexology can also be used for breech conditions, to encourage the baby to move prior to labour.
After Your New Arrival
Life with a new baby can be a mixed time for most parents. You have to deal with sleepless nights, nappy changes, feeding etc. This can cause a great deal of stress to both parents, and the mother also has to
deal with a new set of hormones and a rebalance of the other hormones.
Reflexology can help with all physical and emotional issues for both mother and father.
Reflexology can help to:
Calm & relax the mind and body
Increases energy levels
Re-balances the hormones
Aids lactation
Prevent post-natal depression
Speed up recovery from caesarean
Improve back pain after epidural
Helps with postural problems from carrying baby
There are certain contra-indications to Reflexology treatment. In these cases Reflexology may not be able to be carried out. Please contact me if you
require any further information.
Pregnancy and Fertility