Introducing blueskybaby, a division of blueskyholistics focusing entirely on

Fertility, Pregnancy and You

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Reflexology and Massage are perfect holistic treatments at this special time in your life. They treat the whole person and induce incredible feelings of relaxation. Maternity Reflexology can be applied as pre-conceptual care, and care during and beyond pregnancy. The fact that many midwives now incorporate reflexology into their practice speaks for itself. These stages of life bring their own particular challenges, and regular reflexology and massage can help to maintain balance and well-being while tackling associated conditions and ailments. One of the major benefits of reflexology is balancing of the endocrine system - the set of glands that produce the body's hormones (chemical messengers). Hormones play a key role in fertility and pregnancy.

Trying to conceive

We have all heard ‘relax and it will happen’ but blueskybaby provide the perfect combination of focussed treatments, tranquil surroundings and time out from the stress of your daily life. This is a positive step to take to ensure your holistic health. Reflexology is particularly helpful at this stage and a course of at least six consecutive treatments is recommended. For couples hoping to conceive, it is desirable to treat both partners to balance and relax them, and get them into an optimum state for conception. As well as requiring healthy sperm and ova, there is a need for mental and emotional preparation, as pregnancy can be a rollercoaster for both partners. The couple will want to have a good look at their lifestyle in terms of sleep, diet, stress levels, exercise, smoking, drinking and so on. Reflexology has a good reputation with helping couple to conceive, because of its balancing effects. Massage can give both partners time to relax and recharge themselves and is proven to reduce stress.

Pregnancy

Tired? Can’t relax? Just want some precious time to yourself before baby arrives?  Pregnancy brings a number of significant changes to the couple, and not just physical ones. Things that seemed to work just fine before don't appear to work any more! Reflexology can bring balance and harmony when it feels as though your world has been turned on its head. You might find you're suddenly constipated and bloated, or getting heartburn, or that you burst into tears when you're looking at baked beans in Sainsbury's. You might get all sorts of odd aches and pains that appear from nowhere. It goes without saying that you must seek medical attention for serious complications of pregnancy. However, reflexology and massage can help you to manage ailments such as: constipation, heartburn, symphysis pubis pain, backache, rib pain, morning sickness, leg cramps, raised blood pressure, headaches, tiredness and sleeplessness, mood swings, the list is endless…

Delivery

In a post term situation and with the permission of the midwife/consultant and client, a skilled reflexologist can help to prime labour. Many post term women who are experiencing a problem free pregnancy respond well to this, although ultimately the baby decides when it is ready to come. Not even medical induction is guaranteed to succeed, and this is no different. Reflexology and massage therapists may attend births to assist their client with pain control, relaxation, and emotional and psychological support.

New Baby

Looking after a new baby is incredible rewarding, all-consuming and exhausting. Your reflexologist can be at hand during the post natal period to help the mother, father and newborn. A weekly session can help the mother in particular to adjust after giving birth, and she can hold and feed her baby comfortably during treatment. Reflexology may encourage lactation and help with breast tenderness or mastitis, and can help the body return to normal function following delivery. It can also help the new parents make the emotional and psychological adjustments to parenthood. Finally our New Mum Packages can be the perfect way to treat yourself, and New Dads too!

The newborn baby can benefit from reflexology and massage too. We can show you some simple, comforting moves to help with any problems your baby is having, for example colicky tummy, constipation, poor feeding or distress, or why not attend a blueskybaby baby massage class and meet up with other new mums in the area for massage guidance, a hot drink and a chat?

SPECIAL OFFER: Book and Pre-pay your course of six reflexology treatments and receive one treatment absolutely free.

GIFT VOUCHERS: The perfect present for that special person. Now available to buy online - we will send them out to your home address.

blueskybaby treatments and packages:

ReflexRelax – Maternity Focused Reflexology

An incredibly powerful and relaxing treatment for all stages of your journey. Book and pre-pay the recommended course of six and pay for only five.

45mins £25 With Hot Stones (not during pregnancy) £30

Time Out –Back, Neck and Shoulder Massage followed by Reflexology

Perfect for couples trying to conceive, this treatment will provide instant relaxation plus the long-lasting benefits of reflexology

1hr15 £45

Total Relaxation – Upper Body Massage (back, shoulders, neck, décolleté, arms, face & scalp), reflexology and mini Reiki experience.

The total pampering experience.

Approx 2 hours £65

Tailored Pregnancy Massage Range:

We have a special chair for pregnant clients which almost lies flat whilst not compressing the bump against the spine and can be fully adjusted to ensure total comfort at all times.

Pregnancy Pamper

Enjoy a luxurious shoulder, neck, face and scalp massage.

30mins Only £20 Add Reflexology £45

Revival Leg and Foot treatment

Relieve those tired, aching, swollen feet with a deluxe foot and lower leg massage. 

20mins £15  Add Pregnancy Pamper £35

Pregnancy Massage: Back, Neck and Shoulder

You are not recommended to lie flat on your back for an extended length of time therefore we have tailored our massage to consider this. Lying comfortably on your side, supported by pillows if necessary, relax and let us soothe away your aches and pains. This massage can also be performed seated leaning over pillows if preferred. 

30mins £20 Add Reflexology £45

Labour Reflexology and Massage

Circumstances permitting, your therapist may be able to attend your labour and birth. This is a specialised service and will not be available to all clients due to the unpredictable nature of baby’s birth! Research has shown great results in reduction of anxiety, pain and length of labour using specialised massage and reflexology techniques. If you feel this is for you please discuss with us and prices for this service will be available upon application.

It is certainly possible to attend with your partner to learn useful massage techniques for labour and some simple reflexology routines to help with pain and distress. These are taught on a private basis, again, prices available on request.

New Mum/Dad Pamper Packages

Full Swedish Body Massage 1 Hour £30

Upper Body Special (to include face and scalp)  I Hour £30

Top and Toe Special Décolleté, neck, face and scalp followed by a full reflexology treatment.

1 hour 15 £45

Hot Stone Therapy

Not recommended in pregnancy, you can now indulge in the ultimate pampering experience. Heated basalt stones are used in this massage to induce deep relaxation and incredible feelings of well-being.

Full Body 1 Hour £40

Upper Body Special (to include face and scalp) £40

Deluxe Full body (includes aromatherapy oils, face and scalp treatment and deluxe foot massage) 1 Hour 30 £65

The Ultimate Pamper Hot Stone Upper Body Special, Reflexology, Reiki. 2 Hours £75

blueskybaby Massage Classes

See our dedicated Baby Massage page