Holistic Pregnancy & Postnatal Massage
Touch the body, soothe the mind, calm the spirit
Its your time and space, you decide.
The physical and emotional changes that occur throughout pregnancy, birth and into the fourth trimester are many and vary from woman to woman. Some people sail through with few issues, while for many, pregnancy can place the body and emotions under considerable discomfort and strain.
Nurturing touch and creating a sense of safety and relaxation in the body has so many benefits for both mother and their unborn baby. Holistic maternity bodywork treatments support reduction in cortisol levels and balancing hormonal changes throughout each trimester.
- Reduction in stress and anxiety levels
- Musculoskeletal changes, ligament pain, PGP, SPD
- Lymphatic drainage and improved circulation
- Nausea, constipation and digestive issues
- Birth preparation - engage with your changing body through regular treatments, get in touch and intune with your body and bond with your baby. Develop a sense of trust and intuition to prepare you for birth
- Mindful mantras and breathing techniques, understanding of the physiology of pregnancy and birth empower you and give you a sense of control
- Massage and relaxation techniques can offer pain relief in labour, improve birth experience and support the bodies transition after birth
Touch is the first language we speak
Stehen Gaskin
All babies need loving touch, and what better way to settle and soothe them than learning simple massage and reflexology techniques
Drawing on 25 years of experience as a complementary therapist, I incorporate a variety of healing modalities including: Swedish & Holistic massage, Aromatherapy, Reflexology, Wellmother shiatsu massage, and provide safe, experienced care.
A thorough initial consultation is done when we meet, and depending on your medical & obstetric history and your preferences, we can discuss the best treatment for you going forward.
Some treatments may be contraindicated, depending on your pregnancy pathway, however we can work around that and formulate a nurturing, relaxing session that soothes the body, mind & soul.
At the beginning of every session, we catch up on how things are, whats changed, whats new and adapt the session to meet your needs that day.
Each session can include a unique combination of:
Specialised pregnancy & postnatal massage Reflex zone therapy Aromatherapy Wellmother shiatsu techniques
Clinics
Foreman & Jones Natural Health Clinic
4-6 Bank Street, Hythe
KENT, CT21 5AN
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The Bump, Birth & Baby Hub
Evegate Business Park, Ashford
KENT, TN25 6SX
Holistic Birthworks
