Reflexology, Maternity Reflexology, Indian Head Massage,
Massage & Reflexology for Babies
Maternity Reflexology
Maternity reflexology is a branch of reflexology aimed specifically at women during pre-conception, pregnancy, labour and the post-natal period.
How can it help?
Pre-conception/fertility
Reflexology can help with both physical and emotional blockages to help boost fertility potential in men and women including: Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS); endometriosis; low sperm count; varicocele. It can also help prepare the body and mind for IVF treatments.
Pregnancy
Popular obstetrician Dr Gowri Motha has explored alternatives to conventional obstetric practice for more than 20 years and has worked with may famous clients. In her book Gentle Birth Method, she says reflexology is “one of the most powerful tools in my programme.” She lists some of the ways reflexology can help during pregnancy:
- Reduce and normalise high blood pressure
- Normalise low blood pressure
- Eliminate oedema and reduce swelling in feet and ankles
- Prevent heartburn
- Improve sleep quality
- Clear headaches
- Relieve varicose veins
- Clear pelvic congestion
- Improve lymphatic drainage
- Aid digestion
- Oxygenate the baby by improving blood flow within your whole body, your uterus and the placenta
- Can be used to initiate labour if you are overdue, thereby reducing the need for medical induction in hospital
- Intensify contractions during labour , leading to shorter labour
Labour
Research has shown that women who have regular reflexology treatments during pregnancy are more likely to have a shorter labour and require less pain relief. A study carried out by Dr Gowri Motha showed that women having regular reflexology treatments had an average first stage labour of 5-6 hours, compared to text book expectations of 16-24 hours. It also found that stage 2 and 3 of labour combined was less than 25 minutes for those having had reflexology, compared to more typical experiences of 1 -2 hours. (The Magic of Reflexology, 1994)
Post-natal
Reflexology can help to alleviate many post-natal problems including:
- Breastfeeding – inadequate lactation and mastitis
- Urine retention
- Constipation
- Backache
- Stress and anxiety
- Sleep problems
- Post-natal depression
- Increased energy levels
Rebecca is a fully qualified and insured practitioner and is a member of International Council of Holistic Therapists.
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