Although scientific data about reflexology is still lacking, but there is some evidence that shows such as reflexology massage and relaxation can help to increase lactation in nursing mothers.
Reflexology is a natural healing method that uses pressure, touch or massage at a specific location points on the hands, feet or ears that aims to improve health.
A special branch of reflection is known to play a role in helping maternity reflexology for pregnant women and maternity, as well as avoiding anxiety or stress after childbirth.
Rachel Kelly said Refleksiologis reflexology helps reduce toxins in the body, improve hormone balance and support successful breastfeeding, as quoted from Livestrong, Friday (09/12/2011).
Kelly also said this could help reduce the discomfort during pregnancy, shorten delivery time can reduce the risk of depression after childbirth.
The study, published in Complementary Therapies in Nursing and Midwifery in 2000 found the reflection can be an effective tool for membat mother so relaxed by maintaining the body, mind and spirit so as to increase and maintain lactation.
The study also found the volume of milk (breastmilk) increased by 88 percent in nursing mothers who received reflexology treatment 10 times.
According to the science of reflexology, the point corresponding to the breast is located in the feet and toes. However, nursing mothers should do this reflection to the experts in order to get the maximum benefit.
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