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Reflexology

Reflexology is the manipulation of various pressure points on the feet or hands to effect an improvement in the health of the recipient and has been around for over 4000 years. In fact there are frescos depicting reflexology treatments in the tombs of the ancient Egyptians! It can be used to help with conception issues, during pregnancy and in the postnatal period. Although reflexology is safe throughout pregnancy, although some practitioners prefer not to treat women in the first three months. However, reflexology is very successful in the treatment of a wide variety of pregnancy discomforts and conditions, including turning breech babies and induction of labour. During labour itself, it can be used for relaxation and pain relief. Postnatally, it is excellent for breastfeeding problems such as maintaining or increasing milk supply, postnatal depression and general relaxation. Research has shown that women who have regular reflexology treatments during pregnancy have far shorter labours than those who don't (on average one third as long).

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