pregnancy and labour

Regular Shiatsu during pregnancy is a calming and safe way to enjoy your body and connect with your baby. Shiatsu can help relieve back pain, nausea, heartburn, anxiety and other symptoms. It will prepare you for an easier labour and quicker recovery time. Starting in the fourth month will give you optimum support.

Shiatsu can be used as a safe way to bring about labour after due
dates have passed and in the event of suggested induction by the
hospital or midwife. Please contact Tamsin to talk further about
this.

Shiatsu can also be used in labour by the mother, birth partner, or midwife. Shiatsu stretches are a great way to work positively through the first stage. They are easy to learn and safe to perform. There are also acupressure points that will help deal with pain, quicken up proceedings and calm nerves. Shiatsu is a helpful way for birth partners to feel involved and really do something to support the mother.

Workshops or one-off sessions with me will give you tips and training in this rewarding area.

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