PREGNANCY TREATMENTS
PREGNANCY REFLEXOLOGY
Pregnancy reflexology is one of the safest, most supportive therapies for pregnant women and is extremely relaxing and calming for the mind, body and baby. It can help with relief of many complaints during pregnancy including:
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Morning sickness
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Nausea & headaches
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Pain & discomfort
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Loss of bladder control
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Backache
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Stress & anxiety
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Lack of sleep & fatigue
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Digestive problems e.g constipation
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Fluid retention
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Cramp
Reflexology can also play an important role leading up to the birth. There is evidence that expectant mothers who receive regular reflexology treatments experience significantly shorter labours with less intervention. See below for reflexology therapists in Edinburgh.
PREGNANCY MASSAGE
Along with the wonderful experience of pregnancy also comes the aches, pains and tiredness. Therefore there's no better time for a massage to relax and restore you! The benefits can include:
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reducing oedema, blood pressure and stress
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relieving varicose veins
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reducing musculoskeletal strain and pain
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improved mood and sleep
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Reduction in depression and back pain
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Reduction in urinary stress hormones
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Encourages lymphatic drainage to help reduce fluid retention
PREGNANCY ACUPUNCTURE
Acupuncture is a very safe, drug free mode of treatment during pregnancy. It can be used to help a range of pregnancy symptoms such as
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Nausea & Vomiting
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Symphisis pubis pain
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Back pain & sciatica
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Headaches & migraines
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Fatigue & exhaustion
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Anxiety & depression
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Itching
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Varicose veins & vaginal varicosities
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Breech & posterior positioned babies
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Preparing the body for an efficient labour
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Preparation for a medical induction
OTHER PREGNANCY TREATMENTS
SOUND THERAPY
Absolutely blissful and rejuvenating. Ancient cultures have long used it as part of their healing rituals. Bathe in a cocoon of healing sounds which promote a state of deep relaxation. This allows the body to pick up the vibrations it needs to shift blocked energy and restore the body's natural frequencies. To book a session or find out more information contact Helen Harris at Sound and Wellbeing.
CHIROPRACTIC
Pregnancy places a huge amount of strain on our bodies, if you're suffering from pelvic, hip, lower back or groin pain it's worth getting checked out by a chiropractor. Morningside Chiropractic specialise in pregnancy related pelvic and back pain and will assess you to see if you they can help.