Natural Nurture, holistic therapies and pregnancy massage in Brighton

Pregnancy, childbirth and new-parenthood are some of the biggest changes a woman can go through in her life-time. It is a time of wonderment, if we get the chance to pause and think about it. During pregnancy, as a woman supplies the nutrients and life-force that create a new human being, her body is working flat-out. Throughout childbirth, the incredible mechanisms that are in place in almost every woman to ensure a safe and healthy delivery, work their magic. And afterwards, when the relatives bearing gifts and the friends with good and not-so-good advice, have gone home and a woman is left alone with her baby, there is an opportunity to reflect on the truly incredible events.

Many women report not only physical changes, but emotional and spiritual changes as well. This is an ideal time to begin (or, indeed, continue!) to enjoy the benefits of holistic treatments.

How can reflexology, aromatherapy and massage help me?
On a physical level they can help to:

• Ease and support an aching back.
• Soothe swollen legs and disperse fluid retention.
• Boost energy levels and relieve fatigue.
• Lessen the experience of morning sickness.
• Improve circulation and enhance blood flow to the womb.
• Calm and regulate a stressed digestive system.
• Strengthen the urinary tract and pelvic floor muscles.
• Encourage a healthy and strong internal environment for the baby to grow in.
• Promote homeostasis, or balance, when all bodily systems are working harmoniously.
• Prepare your body for the journey of childbirth.

On a psychological and spiritual level they can help to:

• Promote a wonderful sense of well-being.
• Empower you in your decisions.
• Access your strength, wisdom and courage.
• Form a strong and lasting bond between you and your baby.
• Find peace and tranquility.
• Ease fears and anxiety about birth and motherhood.
• Regulate your hormones and calm emotional imbalances.
• Open the doors to further emotional and spiritual growth.

Having trained specifically in massage for pregnancy, birth and the post-natal period, I am keen to help my clients enjoy this special journey, whatever their experience might be. I have also had the opportunity to support clients during labour and birth and am happy to teach birth partners massage and reflexology techniques so that they can feel a valuable part of the whole experience.

What to expect: Your needs change throughout your pregnancy as your bump grows. For this reason, pregnancy massage is adapted according to these changes. In later pregnancy I sometimes work with you relaxed on a futon mattress. I have a wide, adjustable couch which is comfortable throughout and I sometimes use a 'birth' or exercise ball for you to sit on or lean on. When you first come for a massage we will talk through your individual needs and work out what would be best for you.

Reflexology takes place in a semi-reclining position on the couch with plenty of support for your back and knees. During a holistic facial you would be similarly supported.

Please click on the menu bar to find out more about each treatment. Aromatherapy massage and reflexology are not recommended during the first trimester but please feel free to contact me for more information at this time.

Every woman's experience of pregnancy and birth is truly unique which is why every treatment is tailored to the individual.