continuous professional development
CPD
Maternity REFLEXOLOGY (1day)
(100 NRRI CPD credits)
Date: Thu 12th NOVEMBER 2026
Venue: OBUS Academy, Leixlip, Co. Kildare.
Time: 9.30am-5.30pm each day
Cost: €150 (€50 deposit)
Contact: Christine Courtney
Telephone: 01-6282121
E-mail: info@obus.ie
Website: www.obus.ie
ABOUT THE COURSE:
Why take this course?
During this special time, the mother goes through huge physical, mental and emotional changes in a very short space of time.
To have a knowledgeable and supportive therapist to help alleviate many of the common symptoms associated with pregnancy can be of great benefit to both mother and baby. It can also help the pregnancy be as stress free as possible and to optimise health.
What will you learn?
This course will educate the Reflexologists in all aspects of normal pregnancy, birth and postpartum
Overview of pregnancy:
- First trimester: up to 12 weeks
- Second trimester: 13-27 weeks
- Third trimester: 28-40 weeks
- Mapping the pregnancy on the feet
- Reflexology points relevant to all stages of the pregnancy
- Acupressure to support pregnancy and labour
- Acupressure to avoid during pregnancy and labour
- Contraindications, cautions and complications
- Intake form and consultation techniques to help you get the relevant information to allow you to plan your treatments to be most effective.
- Homecare points for the client to use during pregnancy, delivery and post-natal
Revisiting the Endocrine System
- What it does
- How it works
- Where these points are mapped on the feet
- Special attention will be given to the stages of labour and the role of oxytocin in pregnancy and labour
Students will gain an understanding of the common conditions that can present during pregnancy, such as:
- Fatigue
- Anaemia
- Morning sickness
- Heartburn
- Constipation
- Pregnancy Diabetes
- Backache
- Sciatica
- Symphysis Pubis
- Anxiety
- Skin problems- rashes, itch, stretch marks
- Restless leg
- Oedema
The day will be a mixture of theory and practical and there will be lots of time for questions and discussion.
Who Can Attend This Course:
This course is open to qualified Reflexologists only!
*NRRI Accredited CPD points awarded where applicable.
THIS COURSE IS RUN BY:
OBUS ACADEMY
ABOUT OBUS Academy:
We offer a wide range of complementary therapy courses in a variety of subjects, from basic courses to the most advanced professional therapeutic training in Ireland. These courses will provide a solid foundation for those who want to become holistic therapists or simply to pursue their training further. If you have been considering a career as a therapist, our courses will make it possible for you to gain the necessary qualifications so that you can achieve your dream of working as a professional practitioner.
All of the holistic courses and training programmes at Obus are of the highest standard and are accredited by the international bodies of IFPA and ITEC and are approved by NRRI, IRI, IMTA and ARCHTI.
We aim to help all students fully enjoy their training experience at Obus Academy and our excellent reputation for the unique content and quality of our training speaks for itself.
If you would like help or advice in finding the course or subject that is right for you, please feel free to ring us at +353 (0) 1 628 21 21.
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