Pregnancy and Fertility with Reflexology
Since starting up Nightingale’s, Complementary Therapies, I have worked with a number of ladies wishing to become pregnant and I am pleased to say we have had a number of happy parents since.Firstly, I must advise that there are NO guarantees; all I can do is help the body create the best environment for conception.
With the knowledge I have gained via my own experiences, client feedback and courses I have attended at the Three Shires School of Reflexology I have compiled my ideas and thoughts that I felt were useful to my clients. I am not saying you must do them all entirely bit would recommend that you try to.
If a couple are having difficulties with conceiving, they should first consult their doctor to ascertain whether there is a physical cause for this. In the absence of a physical cause, reflexology may assist them. Anxiety and worries of not being able to conceive are often the very “blockers” to becoming pregnant. Both partners are encouraged to have treatment in order to, regulate menstruation and stimulate sperm production.
Nightingales feel it is a professional courtesy for all pregnant women seeking reflexology to advise their primary care givers (normally a mid wife) and to ensure that they are happy for treatments to take place. Reflexology is a complementary therapy that works alongside traditional medicine and as such there may be occasions when medical conditions arising during pregnancy may mean that reflexology is not longer a suitable therapy.
During pregnancy a women’s body undergoes substantial physical and emotional changes. Reflexology can help to relieve many complaints of pregnancy and help your body adjust to the major changes required at this time.
These changes could include:
~ Morning Sickness
~ Stress and Anxiety
~ Indigestion
~ Hearburn
~ Back Ache
~ Groin Ache
~ Cramps
~ Swollen and puffy ankles
~ Mood Swings
~ Lack of sleep
~ Tiredness
~ Symphysis Pubis Dysfunction (SPD)
Reflexology may help by reducing the effects of stress and modern day pressures on mother and baby. With many mothers working up to their due dates, the benefits and calming effects of reflexology may be invaluable.
Research has shown that pregnant women receiving reflexology throughout their pregnancy tend to deliver closer to term and experience shorter labours.
Post natal reflexology – after birth, new parents may find themselves coping with unusual routines, exhaustion and lack of sleep, reflexology can help with:
De Stressing; Boosting your energy levels; Restoring the body to its non-pregnant state; Rebalancing the body’s hormone levels; Reducing the likelihood of post natal depression.
A full reflexology treatment at Nightingales cost £30, initial appointments cost £35, appointments are approximately 50 minutes to an hour with time to relax after the treatment.
Please allow slightly longer for initial appointments as a full medical history will be taken prior to the treatment to enable us to tailor the therapy to your individual needs.
I am attending on 29th February a Tiny Toes Massage course at the Three Shires School of Reflexology, www.reflexologynow.com,where I will learn about new skills to help baby in all of these areas: -
Sleep : Comforting : Digestion : Feeding : Wellbeing
TESTIMONAL RECEIVED DECEMBER 2008 from Kerri, Banbury
I started seeing Katie for reflexology when we had been trying for our 2nd child for 3 years, and found out I had polycystic ovaries. After the first 2 sessions I noticed a difference! My 45 - 60 day cycle was all of a sudden a “normal” 30 day one. My husband noticed a huge difference too – less PMT symptoms. So by having a regular cycle it made it slightly easier to pinpoint my fertile days, which I have to say, Katie was very helpful and knowledgeable about! She even helped me draw up a chart to keep track of body temperature etc.
It was approximately 4 months after I started treatments with Katie, that I fell pregnant. I am pleased to announce that we now have a beautiful baby daughter. I will be making an appointment soon, not for another baby, but to reduce my PMT symptoms if nothing else!! Thank you Katie.
TESTIMONAL RECEIVED JANUARY 2009 from Tara, Brackley
I visited Katie at the end stage of my pregnancy. My husband was concerned about me and researched the benefits of reflexology. In my 27th week of pregnancy I was diagnosed with Symphysis Pubis Dysfunction (SPD, joint instability), despite physiotherapy and analgesia my symptoms continued to persist.
By the time I had seen Katie I was feeling very uncomfortable due to nearing the end of my pregnancy and my SPD was also very prominent. Following my first session of reflexology, I left feeling on top of the world.
The whole experience was amazing & as I often say to friends and family I came out feeling like a new woman, I only wish I had tried it sooner. Following the birth of Daniel in August I have continued to enjoy the benefits of reflexology for personal well-being.
I recommended a pregnant friend to Katie & although her experiences of pregnancy and birth are very different to mine we have both benefited.
I, without any hesitation recommend you to try reflexology with Katie; she is professional, caring, kind & a credit to her profession.
