BABY JOY - My experience with holistic therapies began in November 2007 when I suffered a missed miscarriage at 11 weeks gestation.
When I became pregnant in September 2007 my husband and myself were so happy as the pregnancy was very much planned following our marriage 2 months earlier.
I was devastated when on 19th November I had a show and wondered what was wrong. The following day I was scanned and showed that I was suffering with what they call I missed miscarriage, meaning that the baby had died but not expelled from the uterus. I was told that this occurred when the baby was approximately 7 weeks gestation.
I went home totally devastated to choose what to do.
The hospital gave me 3 options. The first was to let the miscarriage happen naturally, secondly to have medical management where you take medication to make the uterus expel the pregnancy or thirdly to have a D & C operation to manually remove the pregnancy.
Not wanting to undergo medical treatment I opted for the natural approach, to let nature take its course. The weeks were passing by and nothing happening apart from constant on off bleeding and a lot of emotional stress. I felt hopeless and that it would never come to an end.
I attended Cheshire Natural Health to discuss what I could do to help myself and my body to recover.
The lady at reception was so very helpful and sympathetic to my story and told me all about the treatments available to me, including reflexology, counselling, hypnotherapy and nutritional advice.
The reflexology with Tracey was amazing. Each time I attended I felt the improvement and always joked about feeling like I was floating down the stairs afterwards. I felt such a positive experience with this treatment. Not only did I fully recover from the physical part of the miscarriage and the healing of my reproductive organs, but I also relaxed immensely which helped in a big way with my emotional stress which I was going through.
I wanted nothing more than to be pregnant again as soon as possible as I knew this would help with my loss. I attended counselling sessions and hypnotherapy, which also assisted tremendously with my recovery and return of confidence.
I also attended sessions for nutritional advice, to aid my recovery and prepare my body for another pregnancy. I was determined that I would get pregnant as soon as I could and that the next time would be successful.
The nutritionist Angela gave me a lot of really good advice on what to eat and what to avoid. I noticed a big improvement as soon as I took up the advice and began my new diet with the suggestions given.
My miscarriage was taking a long time to come to an end which was making me suffer a tremendous amount of stress and emotional grief, however my full recovery I know was due to the treatments I had at Cheshire Natural Health, which I would highly recommend to anyone.
The staff are caring, understanding, very professional and really have helped me, so much so that I conceived straight away in February 2008 when the miscarriage came to an end. I truly believe that the treatments I had resulted in me conceiving so very quickly, especially the reflexology which I now swear by.
Our little angel is due any day now and my pregnancy has been perfect all the way through, which just goes to show that the holistic approach really has worked for me.
Louise
Warrington, Cheshire
Reflexology for Diabetes and pregnancy -
I originally came for reflexology treatment during my first pregnancy after a recommendation of how relaxing it would be from a friend. I was very surprised by how someone working with your feet could have such an amazing effect on your health. I am a type 1 diabetic and so have to be constantly aware of sugar control, especially during pregnancy. With the help of Tracy, we managed my blood sugars exceptionally well. My diabetic nurse was surprised that my insulin requirements did not keep rising during the later stages of the pregnancy as she would have expected, but when I mentioned my reflexology she said, 'That explains it!' We later gave birth to a healthy, happy baby boy.
After deciding to have a second baby, I attended more sessions of reflexology to try to become as healthy as I could be for the preconception stage. Tracy helped to reduce my erratic menstrual cycle length to a regular cycle that I could understand and we conceived first time! I have subsequently booked more sessions to help me through this pregnancy and look forward to each session very much. Equally our new baby appears to enjoy each session as much as I do and wriggles around when the womb area is being stimulated.
I would recommend reflexology to anyone, it gives you an enormous sense of wellbeing and with real health benefits. Thank you Tracey.
Helen Plant
Reflexology for Ulcerative Colitis -
I have had reflexology treatment with Tracey to help manage my ulcerative colitis.
I have found that my condition improves little by little with each treatment. It has also really helped with general relaxation and my overall sense of wellbeing. I would definitely recommend.
Emma Ward, age 28
Reflexology for shoulder pain and menopausal problems -
I had been suffering from night sweats, mood swings and anxiety attacks. Reflexology treatment with Tracey has really helped, and has also helped with shoulder pain.
Elizabeth Lea, age 63, Warrington
Reflexology -
After suffering a period of Insomnia as a result of Anxiety, at my wits end I decided to try Reflexology in the hope of restoring my body's normal sleep pattern. The Reflexologist was wonderful and extremely knowledgeable and I was amazed that after just the first session my sleep gradually improved.
Over the weeks and course of three sessions my sleep increased until eventually it returned 100%.
The sessions were thoroughly relaxing and I am so grateful to Tracey at Cheshire Natural Health, that this treatment aided my recovery.
Elizabeth Lea, age 63, Warrington
Reflexology -
I was referred here by the nurse at our local GP's surgery for menopausal problems. I was having problems sleeping, hot flushes and tension.
After the first session I could feel more relaxed but after 3 or 4, there was a definite improvement in the sleeping condition and in the hot flushes as well.
I've continued coming in monthly so that the benefits continue and also the main part, I find, is it's totally relaxing.
Ann Jackson, Warrington
Reflexology -
I had my first reflexology treatment about 2 years ago. I rang Cheshire Natural Health because I just didn't feel right but there was nothing my GP could do to help other than give me painkillers for my period pain which made me light headed and woozy. I had just been through a particularly stressful period at work, my periods were extremely painful, prolonged, heavy, and irregular, and I was constantly tired and just 'out of sorts'. Reflexology was recommended as a treatment that might be able to help – my family asked 'how can a foot massage possibly help?'
During my first treatment there was a particularly painful area around my big toe and the base of my big toe on both feet – I didn't know this was the area representing my shoulder and neck at the time. As I explained why my neck and shoulder were painful and as Tracey worked this area more and more I just burst into tears. I had no idea why, or where this had come from, as I am not a tearful person.
On reflection we can only put this down to trapped emotion as a result of a traumatic accident I had been in several months earlier and the injuries I had sustained. Following that first treatment I was quite tearful and delicate for a few days but slowly my neck and shoulders started to feel better and I felt better in myself – I was also able to start talking about the accident as well which I hadn't been able to do previously.
Reflexology has continued to help my neck and shoulders, and the area always feel much more comfortable and less tight after a treatment – even though that wasn't the reason why I originally went as I thought I would just have to live with the residual discomfort from my accident.
I have continued to have reflexology about every four weeks – I think of it as a treatment to reset everything. My periods are still irregular at times but I have much less pain that I used to get and I feel much more able to cope with my busy life – I just feel better in myself again.
I would really miss my reflexology treatment – and when I get my timing right and have my treatment on the day of my period it is just wonderful!
Mrs B, Warrington
Reflexology -
I came for Reflexology treatment with Tracey Turton at Cheshire Natural Health before undergoing IVF. I feel that the treatment helped me to
relax, and that it assisted me before and during my pregnancy. My husband certainly noticed my improved calmness after my treatments.
I have also felt an improved sense of wellbeing. I would certainly recommend the treatment at Cheshire Natural Health for anyone undergoing IVF.
42 year old lady, undergoing IVF treatment
Reflexology for Pain Management -
After being diagnosed with bowel cancer 3 years ago I continued to suffer from extreme abdominal pain.
After surgery for adhesions the pain continued and I was referred to a pain specialist.
I had a variety of medication including strong opiates yet still the pain continued. The pain was so debilitating I frequently had to stay in bed and my parents had to help look after my 3 year old.
At the end of my tether I decided to take back some control and made an appointment at Cheshire Natural Health for some reflexology. I was very sceptical about it helping with my pain but felt it would be a relaxing experience.
After 4 sessions of reflexology my pain has diminished to such a degree that I feel I have now got my life back. I was stunned at the success and the speed that the pain was under control. My energy levels have increased and I am now able to look after my very active little girl.
I cannot recommend Cheshire Natural Health strongly enough. It changed my life.
I will continue going for maintenance sessions but know that if my pain returns I have a very effective and positive way of coping with it.
R.S, aged 39
Reflexology for helping with stress and menopause -
I have been coming to CNH for reflexology for quite some time now. Initially I thought it would be beneficial in helping me to relax, as I was very stressed after losing my Mum. However, I was also starting to suffer from hot flushes, which at first occurred just at night, so were kind of manageable . But when they started happening during the day, I knew I had to take serious action. There was no question of me taking HRT - I wanted something completely drug-free.
So when Tracey mentioned that reflexology could be good for menopause, I decided to start having more regular sessions. The difference is amazing! I try to go every month now and my menstrual cycle has been significantly helped as well as me no longer having hot flushes - they disappeared after about two consecutive treatments! My early morning "panics" also dissipated. She's fantastic. Now if she could only get me to shut up during my sessions, I might be able to relax completely...!
I also had some hot stone massage therapy which was wonderful.
Just a tip though, for both treatments - make sure you have someone come and pick you up: you'll be so relaxed afterwards, you won't want to drive yourself home!
Cecile Marchant, Warrington
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We had been trying for a baby for over a year and I had been diagnosed with PCOS when I read an article about the benefits of reflexology for infertility.
After searching on the internet I was lucky to find Tracy locally and contacted her for advice. She helped me with nutrition and suggested an intensive course of
reflexology to get my hormones and body back into balance. Not only did I feel in better health generally with bags more energy, but within 6 weeks I was pregnant.
I'm sure that the combination of treatments and advice that Tracy gave me were the reason that we now have our wonderful little man.
SW, Crewe
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Shortly before getting married I was diagnosed with Polycystic Ovaries. I had undergone an operation to remove a supposed ovarian cyst, only to be told the appearance of my ovaries was 'unusual'. Whilst the only obvious symptom was my irregular periods, I was told that I 'would probably need IVF'. I was devastated and spent most of the following year obsessed with my fertility. I first started seeing Tracey when I realised that, coupled with a stressful job, worrying about my fertility was getting me down. We did want to think about starting a family, but my state of mind was quite negative.
Not only did I enjoy my reflexology sessions for the relaxation and 'me time', I also noticed that my periods became more regular. I was also sleeping better and less focussed on my PCO. When we did decide to try for a baby , I conceived in the first month. I actually had a reflexology appointment when I must have literally been days pregnant. Tracy didn't mention anything, but at the next appointment when I told her my news, she showed me that she had written in my notes that she thought I might be!
I had reflexology throughout my pregnancy, and I really benefited from it. I was relaxed about giving birth and felt really positive about how my body was coping. Tracy had also showed me some relaxation moves I could use myself, or could get my husband to try whilst I was in labour.
I actually went overdue, and Tracey used reflexology to help things along. Walking out of this treatment, my bump seemed to drop lower and I felt good. That night, I went into labour. Although it started very slowly, I was in established labour by the next afternoon and Lara was born just before 5pm in a birthing pool, happy and healthy. I felt mentally and physically strong and had no stitches or problems after the delivery. Lara was a calm and relaxed baby, and she is to this day as a little girl.
I would recommend Tracey to anyone who has fertility issues, or who wants to experience a relaxed and positive pregnancy. I think she really understands how all-consuming worrying about your fertility really is, and reflexology can really help both your body and mind.
PS. I now have a little boy, Harry, also supported by reflexology.
Emma Bannister, Northwich