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Doula at Home

WOMENS HEALTH

Providing treatments during the pre and postnatal period, helping with a range of areas from lower back pain, Pelvic Girdle pain (PGP), sciatica, shortness of breath and swelling during pregnancy. 

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Postnatally we can offer a natal check tailored to you looking at your aches, pains and discomfort to help assist you and your recovery. Here were cover feeding shoulders, rib flare/angle, back and hip aches, headaches to C-section scarring and abdominal checks (AND SO MUCH MORE) 

 

We also provide Scar therapy 6 weeks after surgery to help you and your recovery. Treatments range from C-section & Hysterectomy scars to mastectomy/lumpectomy scarring, Breast augmentation & reconstruction scars, key hole surgery scars to joint replacement scars.

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Below are the treatments which we provide treatments at

 Solihull @ The Solihull Practice (B90 4HY) (Mobile appointments are available in Solihull and local areas) 

PREGNANCY 
MASSAGE THERAPY

Pregnancy massage therapy can be extremely beneficial to both mother and the unborn baby. As the mothers body develops during pregnancy, joints ligaments and internal organs may be placed under pressure often leading to discomfort and pain.

 

Receiving regular massages during the pregnancy stage can result in an easier and shorter birth, reduced pain and has a reduced rate of postnatal complications, along with an increased success of breastfeeding due to the increase of prolactin.

  • It can release tension build up within the body such as back ache, sciatica, PSD and prolapsed disks

  • It can help with the respiratory system which aids breathing

  • It can help with relaxation and deep sleeps

  • It can reduce stress levels and act as a calming method

  • It can release endorphins such as ‘feel good hormones’ which are passed on to the baby during massage

  • It can stimulate and circulate essential fluid and nutrients around the body helping to feed and aid the development of the baby

  • It can eliminate toxins within the body by lymphatic drainage

  • It can help with carpal tunnel and tarsal tunnel syndrome

  • It can help aid sluggish bowel movements

  • It can encourage the release of oxytocin
     

 Acupressure treatments which are incorporated within the massage can also help with

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  • Morning sickness and nausea

  • Breathing difficulties

  • Lower back pain

  • Leg cramps

  • Oedema of the feet and ankles.

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NATAL CHECK

If you have had a baby within the past two years of booking in we will offer you a postnatal check tailored to you.

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This check considers you and your recovery looking at any postural changes which may have occurred. 

Here we are able to check your abdomen for your tummy gap, and provide also an external check to your pelvic floor.

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we tailor treatments to your aches and pains looking at feeding shoulders, lower back and hip issues, sciatica rib flare/angle, headaches  and so much more

POST NATAL 
MASSAGE THERAPY

Massage after the third trimester can take place 6 weeks after delivery* during pregnancy your body under goes under a number a changes both physically and posturally often the discomfort of pregnancy can subside, however some aches and niggles may remain and continue on in to the 4th trimester. Having treatments after pregnancy can help with

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  • Postural changes

  • Achey shoulders from feeding 

  • Repetitive strain issues within hands and arms

  • Rib flare

  • Lower back discomfort

  • Sciatica

  • Hip placement

  • Headaches

  • Oedema 

  • Improves circulation

  • Encourages relaxation and stress reduction
    and much more.

Diastasis recti can also be checked during your appointment.

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C-SECTION SCARTHERAPY

C-section scar therapy is a hands on approach working on scar tissue, fibroids and adhesions within the body tailored to your scar and your recovery.

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Scars can take around 2 years to fully mature. so starting to engage with your scar during the early stages can be extremely beneficial. At the same time its never to late to engage with your scar. (even 20 years later you can still benefit from massaging your scar!) 

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Treatments can help loosen and release the scar tissue surrounding and behind the scar, encouraging mobility between the muscle, layers of the skin and the fascia.

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Over time scars often can be numb, painful  or very sensitive. Treatments can reduce pain and normalise sensitivity. 

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In most cases massage after delivery is usually advisable to assist with improving muscular aches and pains and helping to correct and align posture caused by pregnancy and the fascial pull. (diastasis recti can also checked)

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Scar therapy can help if your scar is:

  • Raised (keloid/hypertrophic)

  • Rope like

  • Stringy/Grainy

  • Painful

  • Numb

  • Tight/Stuck

  • New

  • Old

MENOPAUSE 
MASSAGE THERAPY

Here we offer a tailored treatment using a combination of treatments to help your during the menopause. 

This treatment can be super beneficial if you are entering the menopause, are going through the menopause or are still suffering from menopause symptoms.

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it can help with hot flushes, night sweats, disturbed sleep, anxiety, headaches, pain discomfort and so much more. 

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QUALIFICATIONS 

Diploma of Higher Education in Sport Fitness with Coaching VTCT Level 5 in Sports Massage Therapy, VTCT Level 4 in Sports Massage Therapy, VTCT Level 3 in Sports Massage Therapy, Accredited Diploma

John Gibbons Spinal Manipulation & Mobilisation Master class, Certificate in Cupping Therapy, Rock Tape- Rock Blades Seminar (IASTM), Pressure Point Strapping & Taping,

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Certificate in Pregnancy Massage, Everything Natal-Natal Foundations, & Pelvic Floor & More For Fit Pro's, 

 

Sharon Wheelers Scar Work, HLP Therapy 1-1 Scar Clinic Course, 

 

Additional (not practicing)- EMF Training for Reflexology

Baby Massage Instructors Diploma, Accredited Diploma Certificate in Seated Acupressure and Onsite Chair Massage

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