An increasing number of women are turning to reflexology to help with many aspects of pregnancy. Reflexology is the perfect Complementary Therapy to receive during pregnancy and can help ready your body for childbirth and ease the process of giving birth.

Because the soles of the feet are like a mini map of the inside of the body they link to our inner organs and systems, including the fallopian tubes and ovaries. Some points on the foot are associated with a woman’s egg production and by manipulating these areas Reflexology may help correct the imbalances which can hamper pregnancy.

Likewise reflexology can help with inducing labour as pinpointing the correct pressure points of the feet will stimulate the uterus to contract and can help get things started. I have helped many women through their pregnancies and have received referrals from local midwives & GP’s.

Reflexology is based on the  principle that certain areas on the soles of the feet or hands known as reflex zones, correspond to other parts of the body. Because these areas are rich in nerve endings, it is believed that when pressure is applied, the body’s natural ability to heal itself is stimulated and health is restored.

‘The Chinese believe that reflexology stimulates the body into healing itself by improving circulation, reducing stress, pain and restoring natural balance’

The most obvious effect of a reflexology and one of the reasons this treatment is so successful, is that it helps with stress reduction. The techniques of reflexology include finger or thumb walking­­ where the reflexologist walks the finger or thumb over different areas of the feet in a set sequence ­­and massage and kneading of the foot using the whole hand. The experience is generally firm, but gentle, and should never cause discomfort or pain.

Reflexology in Pregnancy is now being considered by many Dr’s & Midwives as an excellent way of reducing stress, aiding relaxation and assisting with a number of Common Ante Natal ailments