Reflexology is a complementary therapy that is used to treat symptoms all over your body using only pressure from your fingertips on your feet (and sometimes hands). It’s far more than a lovely foot massage as it’s based on the belief that your feet map your body, with pressure points linking to corresponding organs and tissues.
Fatigue during pregnancy is nature’s way of slowing your down and a sensible signal from your body that you need to take it easy. So listen up, and get the rest you need.
This condition is called Couvade Syndrome which comes from the French word “couver” meaning “to hatch” and although most doctors and midwives will tell you they have experienced expectant fathers suffering from this condition there is no medical diagnosis for it. However Dr Arthur Brennan, who was the author of the study undertaken at St George’s Hospital says: "Some people may perceive this as men trying to get in on the act but far from being attention-seeking, these symptoms are involuntary”.
Nothing can put you in that summer mood faster than a brightly coloured drink and a BBQ with friends. And what better time to socialise with your nearest and dearest than a hot Bank Holiday weekend.
Having a baby is a big life event and it’s completely natural to feel a bit anxious when you’re pregnant. However, if feeling anxious is starting to impact your life, you might be experiencing a mental health problem and you may need help.
If pregnancy is making you tired, or you’re suffering from morning sickness, keeping active is probably the last thing on your mind. But regular exercise will make you fitter as well as improve muscle tone, strength and endurance.
Here at Secret Saviours we believe International Women’s Day is all about choice for women.