Shiatsu in maternity care

Fertility. Pregnancy. Birth. Parenthood. 

Are you looking for

• a relaxing, effective treatment which is safe during pregnancy?
• natural alternatives around labour and birth? 
• a quiet space to connect with yourself and your baby?

Shiatsu can help in all these ways and more during pregnancy!

Baby overdue? Shiatsu has been shown to increase the chance of going into labour spontaneously. (see research at http://www.hawaii.edu/hivandaids/The_Effects_of_Shiatsu_on_Post-term_Pregnancy.pdf).

I have completed a specialist training in using shiatsu during maternity care. Shiatsu is a safe and relaxing treatment which is appropriate throughout pregnancy, as well as in labour and the postnatal period. I will choose suitable techniques for you - these are likely to be particularly gentle during the first three to four months of pregnancy.  

During pregnancy shiatsu can help you to connect with yourself and your baby; reduce symptoms associated with pregnancy such as nausea, back pain, SPD; and help you to relax and boost your energy.

If your baby is overdue, shiatsu can help to start labour.

In labour, shiatsu can be used to reduce pain and help you to follow your energy. I have attended two births; I can also teach points and techniques to your birth partner.