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How to Use Reflexology to Induce Labor

When a woman is in the late stages of her pregnancy she can often become very physically uncomfortable. If sheis close to or past her due date she may wish to have her labor induced so that she can deliver her child in thenear future. Their are several ways that a woman can have her labor induced. These can be done both withchemicals or naturally. With the ever-increasing awareness regarding side-effects and dangers of chemical labor-inducing methods many women are choosing to find a natural approach to inducing their labor. One method thatis becoming increasingly popular is reflexology.

Using Reflexology to Induce Labor

The use of reflexology to bring on labor is a safe, natural and effective method. Massage and manipulation ofcertain muscles within the body can help a woman to go into labor. This can also help her to relax and relievepain during labor. Reflexology on the thumbs, heels, arches of the feet and toes can help to induce labor. Themovements do not need to be too intense or lengthy. Short and gentle pressure can be very effective. However,you should not consider this method if you do not have a health reason or want to induce labor before your duedate. This can end up causing complications during labor and delivery in some cases if you do this for the wrongreasons.

Gentle, rotating pressure on certain pressure points will increase circulation and get things moving in a naturalway. It is often said that reflexology can help to wake up a sleeping fetus and encourage him or her to want toenter the world. It can help to relieve tension, pain and discomfort associated with an overdue pregnancy.Reflexology during labor can also relieve some of the pain and make the labor and birth process quicker andsmoother for a mother.

Reflexology The History

Reflexology is an ancient practice used in Eastern medicine that has been used for many, many years. It hasbeen proven to be effective in reducing pain, inflammation, swelling and discomfort associated with manymedical conditions, including pregnancy. It helps to stimulate blood flow, improve circulation and even help todetoxify the body. Very often, women that are experiencing difficulty in the natural onset of labor find relief inusing reflexology as a method for induction. It is much safer than drugs such as Pitocin. While, Pitocin can be

effective in inducing labor quickly, it can also slow down a baby’s heartbeat and sometimes bring labor to a haltafter a certain point. Continuous, periodic reflexology by a spouse, partner, friend or family member prior to andduring labor can help a mother bring her child into the world in a safe, comfortable and natural manner.