Reflexology For Children
Reflexology is a gentle therapy, both safe and effective to use with babies and children. It helps to nurture your relationship with your baby or child by developing a sense of security and attachment. Touch is the first sense to develop in a foetus and infants will use touch to discover the world around them as they develop. You can introduce reflexology to your child at any stage and enjoy the potential benefits. It can be carried out at any time of the day or become part of the bedtime routine.
There are a number of different treatment options available. The treatment time length depends on the age of the child. Please choose according to age.
A one to one instructor treatment will include handouts for the parent to use at home.
Babies are especially responsive to reflexology. Many mothers will instinctively rub their child’s feet and hands when they are crying or uncomfortable. Reflexology works very well for most babies and children. By applying gentle pressure to particular reflex areas on the feet, blockages can be released to restore the flow of energy to the whole body.
Treatment times are short and age depending. Reflexology with children can begin from birth and can be a valuable tool for parents to dissipate their children’s stresses in a nurturing way. As your baby gets older and begins walking the use of reflexology can also be combined with checking the development of the feet.
Some of the benefits for babies and young children:
Relief from digestive ailments such as colic, reflux and constipation
A comfort for Mums and babies after a traumatic birth
Acts as a natural pain reliever and sedative by releasing endorphins
Helps to boost the immune system and general circulation
Calming, soothing and reassuring
Promotes bonding between parents and babies
Relief from growing pains and aches
Relief from nasal congestion, eye and ear complaints
Relieves restlessness and sleep disturbance
Calming for Children with Hyperactive/ADHD/ADD etc
Some added benefits for teenagers:
If Reflexology is something that your child has enjoyed from a young age there is no reason to stop at puberty. The beauty of reflexology is that it ‘grows’ with your child. In fact, this is when so much is happening both physically and emotionally that they most need this wonderful therapy most of all. Reflexology can help to promote communication between a parent and their child. It promotes rest and relaxation, improves concentration, self-confidence and self-esteem. It can also help with the following:
Headaches
Hormone balancing
Menstrual regulation
Anxiety and stress
Stomach ache/worry
Common colds etc
Behavioural problems
Maintain a strong immune system