Reflexology can be helpful to women in all stages of pregnancy as well as postnatally, and I have trained with Sally Earlam, maternity specialist for the Association of Reflexologists, to enable me to support my clients from preconception, through pregnancy, birth and beyond.

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During pregnancy, when the body is undergoing huge physical and emotional changes, spurred on by the abundance of surging hormones, reflexology can offer a sense of calm and perspective.

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Treatments can be adapted for all stages of pregnancy and post-natal care and can offer you a quiet retreat where you can focus solely on yourself and your growing baby.

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As with all reflexology, treatments can:

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• Encourage deep relaxation

• Support good quality sleep

• Reduce stress and anxiety

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In addition to these things, treatments can be tailored to the various stages of pregnancy and all of the side effects that they bring!

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There is a significant amount of research into the use of reflexology in relation to pregnancy and birth. Here is a brief summary from the Association of Reflexologists.

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• Two studies have shown that reflexology in pregnancy significantly reduced pain during labour and reduced the length of the first stage of labour.

• One study showed that 6 weekly treatments of reflexology prior to giving birth for women who experienced low back and/or pelvic girdle pain during their pregnancy,  significantly reduced the second stage of labour by 44.3 minutes.

• One study has shown reduced pain and stress levels during labour for women with low back pain or pelvic girdle pain.

• Foot reflexology was found to have a positive effect in lowering the total anxiety scores of women in labour.

• One study showed an improved quality of sleep in post-natal women.

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Reflexology: Supporting you through your pregnancy. AOR leaflet. (2018)

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If you would like to know more about maternity reflexology, please contact me using the form on the home page, or email me: rewildyoursoul8@gmail.com

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