Reflexology is a therapy that deals with your feet, the theory is that each area on the foot corresponds to a specific organ or system in the body. By applying pressure to these points can help to clear the body of congestion and relieve certain ailments. Reflexology can also be very relaxing.
Yes, reflexology has been known to relieve some ailments associated with pregnancy such as morning sickness, nausea, constipation, tiredness, raised blood pressure, backache, disturbed sleep and leg cramps, to name but a few.
Yes, some studies have shown that having reflexology in the month coming up to your due date can help to shorten labour. Using reflexology during labour can also help with reducing your need for pain relief.
Reflexology can stimulate certain reflexes in the body to help encourage labour along, if you have gone past your due date. Ideally you do want to visit a reflexologist who has experience in this area.
Yes, having reflexology once you have given birth helps to relax you, thus promoting a speedy recovery. It can also help with post natal depression, increasing your milk supply, and increase energy levels.