A professional Reflexologist must understand that a child does not offer the same vocabulary as an adult and therefore may express the sensitivities in the foot differently. Some children like to chat and play during a treatment. Overall the experience should be pleasant and relaxing to the child to create a positive time. Reflexology can help a child physically and emotionally.
Reflexology for children can be started at birth. Introducing your infant to touch and stimulus through the feet, hands or ears will develop a bonding between parent and child. Reflexology will help your child cope with the stresses of everyday life changes. It will also help you to stay intouch with your child's development.
Always start with clean hands, trimmed and filed nails. No sharp points. For infants and children only apply light pressure. Apply a small amount of baby lotion or oil to the feet. Using gentle pressure work the toes with a gentle squeezing on the top of each one. Under the ball of the feet apply a gentle pressure to relax the body. This is the solar plexus area which puts the body in a state if relaxation. Hold this area for a couple of seconds. Work the centre of the foot with your thumb as this is the digestive area. Then move down to the heel and finish with some light strokes. To finish off gently hold the babies toes with your hands and bless your child.
Reflexology has helped children with many ailments. Chronic ear infections, sleep disturbances, colic, asthma etc. Reflexology can only help the body relax and heal itself. I highly recommend Reflexology for infants and children. The earlier the start the better. When seeking a Reflexologist seek a professionally trained certified Reflexologist.
I didn't know you could do this on children, thats interesting to know. I should come see you again sometime soon, your wonderful! I always feel so relaxed after :)
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