Maternity Reflexology
Reflexology is a very safe, gentle and non-invasive therapy, it gently treats the whole body through compression massage of the feet or hands, encouraging overall balance and harmony. Reflex points on the feet are linked to various parts of the body by meridians (a type of energy line). Reflexology helps to release blockages, tension and congestion in these pathways increasing physical, mental and emotional wellbeing.
Maternity reflexology is a specialised form of reflexology to help support the parents and baby from preconception to after birth. At this time of immense change, both internally and externally, reflexology helps to facilitate deep relaxation and reduce stress. It can assist in preventing or alleviating many of the common symptoms associated with pregnancy, such as:
Reflexology can also greatly assist prior to and during labour, studies carried out in the UK and Denmark have shown that reflexology can speed up labour and dramatically reduce pain. It can also help to encourage the onset of labour. Here are some of the benefits:
Additionally, reflexology can help to prepare the parents for pregnancy, by increasing fertility and sperm production and regulating the menstrual cycle. It can help to balance and harmonise hormone levels.
"I am not a person who relaxes easily, however with Fiona and reflexology I have found a truly relaxing treatment and therapist. Fiona is someone who is so skilled at what she does, that I am at ease within minutes. The sensitivity and care with which she carries out her treatments are exceptional. Particularly during my pregnancy I found each and every reflexology treatment to be very beneficial for me and my baby" (Angela, Mum and Psychologist)
It costs £40 for a session that lasts 75 - 90 minutes. Reductions are available if you feel you cannot afford this cost, please do get in touch.
Maternity reflexology is a specialised form of reflexology to help support the parents and baby from preconception to after birth. At this time of immense change, both internally and externally, reflexology helps to facilitate deep relaxation and reduce stress. It can assist in preventing or alleviating many of the common symptoms associated with pregnancy, such as:
- Morning sickness
- Heartburn
- Hormonal and menopausal imbalances
- Nausea and headaches
- Back Pain
- Swelling and discomfort
- Oedema
- Insomnia
- Digestive problems
Reflexology can also greatly assist prior to and during labour, studies carried out in the UK and Denmark have shown that reflexology can speed up labour and dramatically reduce pain. It can also help to encourage the onset of labour. Here are some of the benefits:
- induce calmness and relaxation
- encourage well being and balance
- reduce pain
- increase energy levels
- aid lactation
- prevent or reduce post natal depression
Additionally, reflexology can help to prepare the parents for pregnancy, by increasing fertility and sperm production and regulating the menstrual cycle. It can help to balance and harmonise hormone levels.
"I am not a person who relaxes easily, however with Fiona and reflexology I have found a truly relaxing treatment and therapist. Fiona is someone who is so skilled at what she does, that I am at ease within minutes. The sensitivity and care with which she carries out her treatments are exceptional. Particularly during my pregnancy I found each and every reflexology treatment to be very beneficial for me and my baby" (Angela, Mum and Psychologist)
It costs £40 for a session that lasts 75 - 90 minutes. Reductions are available if you feel you cannot afford this cost, please do get in touch.