The Lymphatic system is also given a good, overall boost, the lymph does not move itself up the body, it moves by muscular action, this very often decreases or becomes sluggish during pregnancy and by gentle lymphatic massage the body is 'cleaned up' and the lymph moved on it's way, gently and effectively.

Aside from the physical benefits, the massage is deeply relaxing and comforting for the pregnant lady, it is moisturising for the skin; feeding it much needed nutrients to help it adapt to the extra stretching and additional strain pregnancy can put on the skin. I use an organic blend of Safflower oil and Wheat Germ oil which is rich in Vitamin E and is fantastically nourishing for the skin, especially given the effects of fluctuating and changing hormones which can impact on adversely the skin.

The sequence starts with the legs which are elevated and includes light lymphatic drainage, the arms are gently massaged, again with gentle lymphatic work, this is followed by gentle strokes on the abdomen which nourishes the skin from the outside and gets the circulation flowing gently into the area. I then work the back, propping you on your side with cushions to support, I combine gentle effleurage strokes with shiatsu and work away tension or acheing in the back, neck and shoulders.

The massage ends with an invigorating scalp massage which gets the circulation and energy back up again.

Reflexology during pregnancy is a wonderful tonic for maintaining health and good functionality of all systems in the body for mum whilst her body nurtures the growing baby inside of her. It also gives her some nurturing and time out too. As well as being wonderful for overall health and good body preparation for the labour process itself, Reflexology during pregnancy is also  a relaxing way to ease some of the physical tension and strain experienced at this time and to provide mum-to-be with some time out and relaxation time to allow her body to re-balance and de-stress itself.

Pregnancy Reflexology is provided with your comfort in mind. Your legs are elevated to allow for some relief from the additional pressure, as well as allowing the lymph to drain naturally too. Your back is supported with you and your bump in mind during the treatment.

I concentrate on an extensive relaxation sequence, followed by a good working over of the Reflex points, focusing on any areas that may be troubling you such as digestion and elimination which are typically two areas often prone to becoming sluggish due to the increasing abdominal pressure during pregnancy. I cover the reproductive reflexes with due caution and skill acquired through training which will help to get the energy and functionality flowing at optimum levels.

The sequence ends with an extensive relaxation period and you are gently brought back to seating position.

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