PRECAUTIONS IN ACUPRESSURE AT THE TIME OF PREGNANCY AND LACTATION
Is it really safe to perform acupressure during pregnancy? Some may answer in favor of it, some may say no. Over the years, there have been many responses related to the benefits of exercising acupressure during pregnancy such as relieving discomforts like nausea, vomiting, tiredness in the first trimester, pressure points for labor pain, preventive points after delivery (postpartum) and points for good lactation.
But it is always better to gather information not just on the advantages but disadvantages of using acupressure in pregnancy.
Some warnings are also there for doing acupressure during pregnancy
Caution #1:
If a women going through the false labor contractions known as Braxton Hick throughout the second & last trimester, it is better to avoid acupressure on the area near wrists, hands, abdomen and feet.
Caution #2:
There are some ways to encourage acupressure points to induce labor. So, be alert and well prepared for maternity if you taking acupressure techniques for inducing labor.
If you desire for labor signs within 2 to 4 days after an acupressure practice, an acupressure massage should be done perfectly but within proper medical supervision.
Caution#3:
It is definitely not advisable to perform acupressure alone or without any medical preparations. You should take some human help to do so. You can take help of the baby’s father, your friend or a family member during performing acupressure. Better to hire a specialist massager for the effective and preventive result.
There is no other excellent option to be well prepared in advance, just in case the acupressure works too well and fast.
Caution#4:
Never attempt acupressure to induce labor before the estimated date of delivery given by your doctor. Have a proper discussion with your gynecologist before going for any form of therapy. It is better to adopt this method if you are overdue or knowing correctly the date on which maternity acupressure need to be performed for the safe birth.
