reflexology and pregnancy

[Nunu]

Hi everyone. Would really appreciate some tips and guidance. I've been treating a pregnant woman and have done a few sessions now .She is 30 weeks pregnant. There are so many different schools of thoughts of what not to press and problems that could occur if pressed certain points. When i was training thay basically said you could treat every reflex point on the foot and you can't harm the baby at all, and they are one of the best schools for learning Reflexology, but i have read different things recently? It can be abit confusing and just want to be completly sure.Thanks

 

[Santa Daniel]

Hi

If problems do occur during labour the Reflexologist may be blamed. Make sure you observe any contraindications, seek a refferal letter from the GP or midwife and always keep medical personnel informed of your involvement in the careof the mother. Studies suggests that high levels of stress may increase the risk of pre-term labour make sure the mother and the medical staff involve understand that Reflexology induces relaxation, calming the nervous system while also relieving many of the problems associated with pregnancy.

Good luck let me know how you got on. Dont worry nothing will go wrong. I treated my daugther in law for the last 2 months before she gave birth on the 30 September to grandaugther.

 

[ducky14528]

Hi! I have been working with pregnancy and reflexology for 18 years and with the Gentle Birth Method (Dr. Gowri Motha's method - she has written a book about it!) for the past 3. It is my belief that there are no contra-indications except undiagnosed bleeding. There are no special rules for working with pregnancy as, in my experience,every mother needs a different treatment tailored to her needs. Good luck and enjoy!

PS I'm sure you know that reflexology lowers blood pressure, so don't let your Mum's stand up too quickly!