Fertility Reflexology - Supporting Mind, Body and Soul
First of all, a note on the term "Fertility Reflexology" I don't love this phrase, it can feel clinical, crass and even stressful, often the very word, can cause feeling of worry and pressure. Which is the opposite of what I want for you. The reason I use it here is simply because its the term many people search for when looking for Reflexology for support on their journey to conception.
I practice a far more gentle and holistic approach, Reflexology is a calming, supportive way to prepare your body and mind for a healthy pregnancy. Creating balance, easing stress and providing you with a safe space to relax.
How Fertility Reflexology Can Support You
Trying to conceive can be emotional, especially if it's taking longer than expected. Even for healthy couples under 35 it can take up to a year to fall pregnant.
Fertility Reflexology offers support at this time by:
- Helping the body relax and release stress
- Supporting menstrual cycle regulation and sperm production
- Encouraging endocrine balance
- Promoting deep relaxation to ease anxiety
- Aiding sleep. Sleep is a key component for all health including fertility
- Creating the best possible environment for conception
Fertility Reflexology is becoming increasingly popular for couples trying to conceive. Some choose Reflexology before considering medical intervention, while others use it alongside assisted conception. Either way, it can provide comfort and calm as well as a sense of control in what can be an incredibly anxious time.
Creating Balance in Body and Mind
Many factors can effect fertility, such as stress (A big one, if not the biggest), lifestyle, Age (more so for Women), Weight and whether or not you smoke.
During your consultation, if you are happy to, we will look at your lifestyle, diet and any other factors that may influence fertility. Together, we will work to help bring your body into a more balanced state, ensuring you are in the best health for conception and a healthy pregnancy.
What to Expect from Treatments
With regular treatments my clients often notice:
- More balanced menstrual cycles (shorter long cycles, or a lengthening of shorter cycles)
- A shift in cycle flow (lighter or heavier depending on what their body needs)
- An end to spotting (red or brown) at the end or the beginning of the cycle
- A greater sense of calm and wellbeing. Reported by almost everyone
The key is that Reflexology encourages the body to take what it needs to balance and restore order and energy.
Frequency of Treatments: Ideally weekly sessions for 4-6 weeks, then moving to fortnightly or monthly as balance is restored. This allows the body timed to reduce the effects of stress and regulate hormones.
Over the years many women I have supported have happily gone on to conceive after Reflexology. While each journey is personal and unique I offer everyone a safe supportive space where you will be listened to, cared for and supported, and never rushed.
It’s very common when your are struggling to conceive, not to talk about your situation with anyone else. It can seem as if everyone around you is falling pregnant with no trouble at all. When this is not the case for you it can lead to a great deal of emotional stress. This emotional upset can interfere with the effective functioning of hormones. I believe it takes 60 minutes to completely relax and switch off so all treatments are no shorter than 60 minutes.
Stress is an extremely important factor when it comes to fertility and conception. Stress can have a profound negative effect on the reproductive system.
During periods of stress the hormonal balance is disrupted. Hormones essential for reproduction are suppressed which impairs the maturation and release of an ovum. At times of stress blood is diverted away from the reproductive system as it is deemed not essential to survival, resulting in lower levels of fertility and infertility.
Reflexology combined with a healthy life style, diet and reduction in stimulants can help to reduce stress, improve blood circulation to all systems and balance hormones, helping optimise the chances of conception.
NHS information on infertility
Click on the links below to see how Reflexology may help conception.