PREGNANCY & REFLEXOLOGY

It is well known that reflexology can be very beneficial during pregnancy, also before and after pregnancy. Because reflexology is covered by many health insurance providers it can also be a very cost-effective form of treatment.

But in what areas can reflexology help?

Pre-conception and fertility
Can help to balance the endocrine system
Can help to prepare your body before childbirth
Can help to soothe your body after childbirth
Balances emotions and spirit

Here is a list of some of the benefits:

Pregnancy & Labour:

• can reduce fluid retention (oedema)
• can ease morning sickness
• can regulate blood pressure
• alleviates stress (this can have a very calming effect on the baby)
• can help to balance hormones
• eases constipation
• reduces insomnia
• can help to improve the flexibility of the pelvis easing labour
• can regulate appetite
• can ease backache
• helps to regulate body temperature

Puerperium, Post-pregnancy:

• enhances respiration and encourages deeper breathing
• eases fluid retention (oedema) and swelling - lymphatic drainage
• encourages deep relaxation
• can aid lactation
• eases fatigue
• eases constipation
• regulates the endocrine system
• can help with post-natal depression
• can ease backache and aching joints

It is important that during pregnancy that you have consulted with your medical team before receiving reflexology. Reflexology is contra-indicated under certain circumstances such as in the case of bleeding, pre-ecclampsia, vomiting, deep vein thrombosis and pica syndrome.


Some further reading on pregnancy and reflexology:
Can reflexology help overcome infertility?
Reflexology: can it aid fertility?
Is reflexology the new cure for infertility?

Woman who suffered three miscarriages becomes a mother of two after using reflexology