Maternity Reflexology

 Reflexology is one of the most relaxing complementary therapies you can choose to have during pregnancy. It is both safe and effective. It helps to improve your general well-being along with supporting the body through the changes it must go through. These changes will affect the emotional, hormonal and physiological balance of your body. 

Reflexology can help to alleviate or prevent discomfort arising from this temporary imbalance and restore the body’s equilibrium. Reflexology is recommended by maternity hospitals worldwide, including those in Ireland. Many midwives have trained in reflexology and will provide support to labouring women with specific techniques. Research has shown that regular reflexology treatments during pregnancy can shorten the duration of labour, with many women requiring less pain relief.

Clients may choose to have maternity reflexology as a way of relaxing and unwinding in a calm, tranquil space before their baby arrives. Some clients may feel a little anxious, emotional or worried, especially if it is the first pregnancy or sadly if there has been a previous pregnancy loss. A woman can benefit enormously from receiving nurturing reflexology as it allows quiet time and provides a safe space to heal and bond with your baby.

Regular treatments during pregnancy can help to alleviate some of the most common issues including:

• Nausea & morning sickness

• Backache

• Sciatica

• Constipation & digestive issues

• Tiredness & insomnia

• Headaches

• Stress and anxiety

• Heartburn

• Cystitis

• Pelvic girdle pain

• Swollen feet, ankles and legs (oedema)

Post-natal Reflexology

Reflexology can also be very helpful in the time after birth. Treatments help with the natural healing process of the body and mind as they recover. It will encourage hormone balance and the menstrual cycle to return to its natural rhythm. Baby reflexology is something that a new Mum might consider trying. Lorna may demonstrate to a parent the techniques to help to naturally alleviate some common baby ailments. This can be a lovely bonding experience between parent and child.