Pregnancy Care in Ilford

Pregnancy Care in Ilford Essex at Eco Therapies with qualified Reflexologist Elaine Otrofanowei

Pregnancy and Reflexology

Pregnancy Care in Ilford

During pregnancy, your body will go through significant changes, these changes will affect the emotional, hormonal and physiological balance of your body. Many people have discovered the benefits of using reflexology during pregnancy.

Reflexology can help to alleviate or prevent any discomfort arising from this imbalance, by helping to restore the body’s equilibrium.

How can reflexology help with Pregnancy Care?

Reflexology can 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 can 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 can 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 can 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.


 

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