Pregnancy Reflexology
Treatment length 50mins £42

Research has shown that women receiving reflexology regularly throughout pregnancy may result in baby being delivered closer to due date and having a shorter labour than women who do not receive treatment. In the first half of pregnancy, monthly treatments may be sufficient if you are having a normal, healthy pregnancy although you may wish to have them more frequently if you are experiencing any particular problems associated with pregnancy (or if you are enjoying it!). Once you move into the third trimester, fortnightly treatments are recommended.

Benefits of reflexology include:
• Relief from common pregnancy ailments such as morning sickness, back ache, fluid retention and swelling
• Adjusting to the demands of coping with a new baby
• Support as your menstrual cycle returns to normal

As well as this, much research has shown that reflexology is excellent for maintaining or increasing milk supply as well as helping with postnatal depression and general relaxation.

Reflexology is becoming more commonly used within the NHS, especially in maternity units. The NHS Trusts Association (NHSTA) which represents the Primary Care Trusts including all NHS GPs says, "Many NHS practitioners now endorse its use, some recommending that patients consult a reflexologist privately, with a growing number being prepared to fund treatment via the NHS."
They have compiled an NHS Directory of Reflexologists after a recent debate in the House of Lords concluded that all major forms of complimentary health should be integrated into mainstream healthcare. The Directory allows GPs to access details of appropriate local practitioners quickly and easily during the consultation.


Tel: 01372 277202  Mob: 07985 711426 E: mira.britton@ntlworld.com