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Pregnancy, Parent & Baby Craniosacral Therapy
During pregnancy, Craniosacral Therapy can be particularly beneficial for both the mother and the developing baby. I generally treat pregnant women from 12 weeks on once the pregnancy has been established.
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I use very light touch to assess the craniosacral rhythm and identify any areas of tension or restriction in the craniosacral system. This touch is often described as extremely gentle and non-invasive, making it suitable for pregnant women.
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Pregnancy can put strain on the body as it adapts to the growing baby. This therapy aims to release tension in the muscles, fascia, and connective tissues surrounding the pelvis, spine, and head. By doing so, it may alleviate discomforts such as back pain, pelvic pain, and headaches commonly experienced during pregnancy.
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Craniosacal helps to balance the autonomic nervous system, which can become imbalanced due to the physical and emotional changes of pregnancy. By promoting relaxation and reducing stress, CST may contribute to a calmer, more comfortable pregnancy experience.
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Pregnancy can bring about a range of emotions, from joy and excitement to anxiety and fear. There may have been previous difficult pregnancy or birth experiences which are still being remembered in the body. CST provides a nurturing environment where pregnant women can relax deeply, potentially easing emotional stress and promoting a sense of well-being.
"My 7 month old baby was very unsettled during the day. After just two sessions with Helen he was like a different baby. He woke just twice for a breastfeed and went back to sleep very easily.
During the day he was so much more content."
For mums /dads/partners and baby to integrate the birth story and also release any difficult experiences that may have occurred . Birth may have been difficult for Mum, baby and partner/dad. There is often not any time for parents to reflect on their experience as it's so busy with a new baby. This session allows them to tell and express emotions around the birth story . The baby gets to express their experience also and this can be greatly healing for the family
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Baby might have colic , reflux or be generally unsettled. All of this can be acknowledged and released in a session. They are so ready to tell their birth story and I am trained to listen to them . I watch for certain baby body language and can show parents what their baby is telling us. This is a wonderful thing for parents to see and they can support their baby at home in this way.
For babies it can:
Relieve discomfort in their tummies from colic, reflux and constipation.
They may have some tension in their necks from birth and this can be solved for them
Help with feeding issues both breast and bottle
Aid sleep
Address birth trauma
Enhance bonding
For parents it can:
Relieve stress
Support emotional health
Foster connection with baby