Pregnancy & Postnatal Reflexology: Supporting You Through Every Stage
Pregnancy is a time of incredible change, both physically and emotionally.
Whether you’re in the early weeks navigating morning sickness or in the final trimester preparing for birth, reflexology offers a gentle, natural way to support your well-being.
Reflexology During Pregnancy
Pregnancy can bring a host of discomforts, from back pain and swollen ankles to hormonal fluctuations and poor sleep. Reflexology is a safe and nurturing treatment that helps to:
• Reduce stress and anxiety, promoting deep relaxation
• Ease common pregnancy discomforts, including backache, sciatica, heartburn, and pelvic pain
• Support better sleep and energy levels, helping you feel more balanced
• Prepare the body for labour, encouraging optimal positioning of the baby and promoting overall well-being
Each session is tailored to your individual needs, ensuring a calming and restorative experience throughout your pregnancy.
Reflexology for Labour Preparation
In the final weeks, reflexology can help your body prepare for birth by promoting relaxation and encouraging the natural onset of labour. Many women find it beneficial for:
• Balancing hormones to support the natural progression of labour
• Encouraging uterine function and optimal positioning of the baby
• Helping the body to relax, easing any tension or fear surrounding birth
Some studies suggest that regular reflexology in the final trimester may even shorten labour and reduce the need for medical interventions.
Postnatal Reflexology & The Fourth Trimester
The fourth trimester—the first few months after birth—is a time of healing and adjustment. Reflexology can support new mothers by:
• Helping to rebalance postnatal hormones, easing mood swings, baby blues, and postnatal anxiety
• Supporting better sleep, even when rest is broken
• Aiding physical recovery, including after a caesarean or assisted birth
• Encouraging lactation and easing engorgement, promoting breastfeeding success
Your body has been through an incredible journey, and reflexology offers a moment of peace and restoration in the weeks and months after birth.
Bringing Baby Along
I understand that finding time for self-care can be difficult with a newborn. That’s why you’re welcome to bring your baby to any fourth-trimester treatments, so you can relax and recharge without worry.
If you’d like to book a session or learn more about how reflexology can support you during pregnancy and beyond, feel free to get in touch.