Maternity & Pregnancy Reflexology

 Pregnancy & Maternity Reflexology

Women can benefit from Reflexology treatments throughout every trimester of pregnancy and even postpartum.  Regular reflexology treatments throughout pregnancy will help relax, alleviate stress, and relieve symptoms commonly experienced.  Please check with your doctor or midwife that they are happy for you to have a Reflexology treatment before your first session.

First, Second & Third Trimester 

It is safe to receive reflexology throughout all three trimesters.  Reflexology is highly recommended for various symptoms experienced during pregnancy such as: 

  • Morning sickness

  • Aches and pains

  • Sciatica & Backache

  • Energy levels/Fatigue

  • Anemia

  • Symphysis Pubic/Pelvic Girdle pain

  • Pregnancy Diabetes

  • Heartburn

  • Varicose veins

  • Headaches

  • Constipation

  • Cramping

  • Oedema (swelling of feet, ankles and legs)

  • Carpal tunnel syndrome

  • Insomnia

  • Restless leg

  • Anxiety

Reflexology and Labour 

Reflexology can help the body to relax and prepare the body for labour.  After 38 weeks, certain reflexes are stimulated that are connected to the induction of labour to ensure that they are prepared for when the body is ready to begin the birth process.  Working these specific reflexes will never cause premature labour.   Acupressure is used during reflexology treatments to support pregnancy and labour. 

Post-Natal Care

Reflexology can also help to restore balance and aid recovery and healing postpartum. It can help with the following:

  • Replace energy loss/ Re-Energise the Body

  • Post Natal Depression/Post Natal Blues

  • Aching joints and Backache

  • Stress & Anxiety

  • Fatigue

  • Hormone & Menstrual regulation 

Contra-Indications for Maternity Reflexology

  • Placenta praevia

  • Bleeding

  • Continuous vomiting

  • Toxaemia: Pre-Eclampsia & Eclampsia

  • DVT (Deep Vein Thrombosis)

Treatment Time: Approximately1 Hour

Price

Maternity Reflexology: €60

Leading health insurance providers such as Irish Life, Laya Healthcare & VHI offer money back on Reflexology treatments