05 October 2009

38 weeks .... and counting down the days....




Today Eve feels very uncomfortable and is struggling with many ailments of pregnancy including Symphysis pubis pain, back ache and leg discomfort and piles. The photo appears to show the reflex area for the pregnancy bulge is now lower, mirroring the lower position of baby as she moves further into the birth canal and engages ready for birth. This change, although positive, is responsible for many of the problems Eve is now encountering.
During the treatment the reflex points for the pelvis were all tender, reflecting Eve's painful unstable pelvis. Pelvic girdle pain ( formerly called Symphysis Pubis Dysfunction ) can be very distressing and disabling. Reflexology can help manage symptoms but it is vital that Eve receives the appropriate support from her midwife team as well. There are many tips to help cope with this problem and these are discussed during the reflexology session. For more information on this the pelvic partnership provide advice and support.
The reflexology session focused on relaxation, endocrine balancing and some lymphatic drainage to help minimise swelling. Eve commented on how although her hands have swollen a little she feels that apart from the bump on her feet they have not swollen, and she feels reflexology has helped with this.
We will meet again next week for another reflexology treatment as with the birth getting closer Eve wants to include regular short sessions to help prepare for the birth.

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