Case Studies: Prenatal Care for Pregrancy
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Prenatal Session during Pregnancy
Prenatal Session is Relaxation & Therapy session which goes for an hour and can be availed once in a week. During the Prenatal Session you receive combination of Reflexology and Shiatsu on Palm, Feet and Face. Shoulder and upper Spine are also covered in certain cases of pain management. The % mix of Reflexology and Shiatsu depends on your stage of pregnancy.
Session can be availed at our center or at your location. All the sessions have to be booked at least one week in advance. You can book sessions for the entire period in the beginning and can change schedule if required.
Prenatal session will help you re-balance your energy and will support your body in making the changes it needs to during pregnancy.
Prenatal session will manage the effects of hormonal changes that plays hullabaloo in the body. It will take care of : Morning sickness & Nausea, Backache, Tight neck & shoulders, Pelvic discomfort or pains, Abdominal compression, Ribflair, Sciatica, Indigestion, Edema (Swollen Feet and Palm), Constipation, Cramps, Restless legs, High blood pressure, Breathlessness, Anxiety, Pubis pain and many more symptoms.
On a physical level, session will help your abdominal muscles regain energy and position.
Top 10 benefits of Prenatal session during Pregnancy:
Balances the negative effect of various types of Pollution, Stress, Emotional issues, Food additive that today’s pregnancy is exposed to.
Helps growth of baby by providing better flow of oxygen and nutrients. Research shows that Shiatsu aids healthy development of brain and vital organs by improving the circulation of blood and neuronal chemicals and eliminating excretory materials in enhanced fashion.
Helps the body eliminate waste products through the lymphatic and circulatory systems thereby reducing fatigue, increasing energy.
Aids blood circulation and reduces the work load on the heart which assists in keeping blood pressure in check.
Stimulates glandular functions which stabilize hormones.
Relieves the normal discomforts of pregnancy—backache, leg cramps, headaches and edema (swelling).
Soothes and relaxes nervous tension which helps you to sleep better.
It’s a known fact that a relaxed mother will have a healthier pregnancy
Relaxes tense muscles and tones loose muscles
Relieves cramping, knots, tension, tightening , stiffness and muscular discomfort
Recommendation
Dr. Gowri Motha, in her book The Gentle Birth Method, recommends Reflexology during Pregnancy. A general session can be given to help the body maintain balance and prevent morning sickness and tiredness.
Reflexology in the First Trimester
During pregnancy there are many negative symptoms you may suffer from. Many women experience morning sickness or excessive heartburn.
During the first trimester of pregnancy it is common to experience back aches, swollen feet, and a general feeling of uneasiness.
These months may seem like an eternity. Many women search for relief from these symptoms and side effects of pregnancy.
Reflexology has shown, in recent studies, to provide relief from a number of pregnancy symptoms and problems.
When the Reflexologist works on the specific points on your hands, feet and face that correlate to your symptoms, relief can be found. For example, pressure can be applied to a specific point on the foot that will relieve morning sickness symptoms.
In addition to experiencing instant relief, once the center is unblocked long term relief can be found. However, repeated sessions will be required as life’s stresses can cause the center to become blocked once again.
Reflexology in the Second Trimester
Those following the ‘Gentle Birth Method’ will use Reflexology at the following weeks of their second trimester:
- Week 13 or 14 for relaxation and regulation of thyroid function
- Week 15 for pelvic and thoracic lymphatic drainage
- Week 18 for sciatic nerve and pelvic area
- Week 20 for general balancing and prevention
- Week 24 for endocrine and pancreatic balancing to prevent or correct gestational diabetes
- Week 26 for pancreas, intestine and thyroid balancing
Reflexology in the Third Trimester
Continuing Dr. Motha’s Gentle Birth Method, Reflexology is suggested at the following weeks of the third trimester:
- Week 28 for lymphatic drainage, sciatic nerve and sacro-iliac joint
- Week 30 for abdominal and thoracic lymphatics to improve gut tone, support for the spine and vena cava as well as addressing any needs related to constipation, pancreas, and heart for blood circulation
- Week 35 for spine support, kidneys, heart, pancreas and pelvic lymphatic drainage
- Week 37 for improved energy levels and addressing any specific complaints
- Week 39 for lymphatic drainage of the pelvis as well as toning the uterus, working kidneys, and endocrine system to prepare for labor
- Week 40 to prime for labor: relaxes the mother and prepares the endocrine system, baby and mother for labor
- Week 40+ for adrenals, pituitary and uterus to encourage labor at postdates sessions
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How Reflexology during Prenatal Session for Pregnancy works?
Recent studies have shown that Reflexology is helpful in decreasing anxiety and increasing the melatonin in your body, a natural hormone that helps you go to sleep. Reflexology is the stimulation of designated areas on the body that release opioid peptides (or amino acids, which are formed in these designated areas and play an important role in controlling our behavior, emotions, and reactions to stress or pain). Releasing these opioid peptides contributes to a greater production of melatonin.
Many people are hesitant to try Reflexology because they fear that session might be painful. However, they don't cause any discomfort. Reflexology is virtually painless, though you might notice nice pressing sensation when the pressure points are stimulated. |
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