Pregnancy Care in Ilford
Pregnancy Care in Ilford Essex at
Eco Therapies with qualified Reflexologist Elaine Otrofanowei
Pregnancy and Reflexology
During pregnancy, your body will go through significant changes,
these changes may affect the emotional, hormonal and physiological
balance of your body. Many people have discovered the benefits
of using reflexology during pregnancy.
Reflexology may help to alleviate or prevent any discomfort
arising from this imbalance, by helping to restore the body’s
equilibrium.
How may reflexology help with Pregnancy Care?
Reflexology may help by easing the following conditions in pregnancy:
- Nausea
- Backache and sciatica
- Constipation
- Heart burn
- Groin pain
- Pubic symphysis pain
- Oedema of ankles and feet
- High blood pressure
- General relaxation
- Stress and anxiety
Breech Baby
Reflexology may help encourage the baby to turn
after 34 weeks onwards
Promoting Labour
Reflexology may simulate the commencement
of labour if the baby is overdue and both mother and baby are
ready. It may stimulate the body to produce the hormones needed
for birth.
Labour
Research has shown that women who have regular reflexology
treatments during pregnancy are more likely to have a shorter
labour and require less pain
relief
Postnatal
Reflexology may help to alleviate postnatal problems:
- Engorged breasts
- Inadequate lactation
- Backache
- Sleep problems
- Postnatal depression
- Increase energy levels
Recommended Treatments
Initially 1-2 treatments until 36 weeks, unless you are experiencing
any pregnancy complaints. Weekly from 36-39 weeks to prepare for birth
If you interested in Pregnancy Care in Ilford, Essex or London
Area and would like to book an appointment telephone: 020 8554
0339 or email me. |
