Caring Hands Midwife – Supporting Women Through Every Stage
Helping Women Through Challenges
Barbara has supported countless women with both physical and emotional challenges during pregnancy.
“The treatments I offer all impact on reducing stress and anxiety. Certain essential oils contain chemicals which can have a powerful sedating or relaxing effect on the body. Acupuncture and reflexology also work on activating the parasympathetic nervous system, reducing cortisol and encouraging production of the body’s natural endorphins to improve hormonal balance and mood. Both stimulate acupoints and reflex points, regulating the flow of energy through the body, stimulating a sense of calmness.”
These therapies induce a deep state of relaxation, guiding the unconscious mind to focus on positive suggestions and improving the connection between mind and body. The result is a more positive physical and emotional state.
Addressing Skepticism Around Complementary Therapies
Some people may not immediately associate midwifery with therapies such as reflexology or aromatherapy. Barbara responds:
“As a midwife I have a professional obligation to provide women with appropriate safe and effective treatments and so you probably wouldn’t associate the role of the midwife with complementary therapies. Complementary therapies aren’t new but providing them as a specialist trained professional under my role ensures treatment is bespoke to the women’s needs.”
Barbara regularly trains with Expectancy Ltd, a leading educator of complementary therapies for midwives.
Her role allows her to combine therapies with education, advice, and support. For those who are sceptical, she suggests simply giving it a go or speaking with others who have benefitted.
Fertility Support
Barbara also helps women facing fertility challenges with holistic approaches such as reflexology and acupuncture.
“For those clients on fertility journeys it’s a stressful time for them as a couple. I tend to offer acupuncture for women wanting natural conception and period regulation as an option or fertility reflexology for those more complex fertility cases or those already on a medical journey with fertility. Reflexology for these clients not only gives them a confidential private calming space to open up about their worries and concerns but also provides them with ‘time out’ to relax and de-stress.”
Treatments are tailored to each woman’s stage of their journey, whether hoping for natural conception or undergoing IVF.
Looking Ahead – The Future of Caring Hands Midwife
Barbara has clear plans for the future of Caring Hands Midwife:
- Continue providing valued services for women regardless of their journey stage
- Develop new group and 1-1 Hypnobirthing sessions
- Register to complete baby reflexology training
- Offer Caesarean scar therapy treatments and holistic flow assessments by 2026
“As a midwife continuous professional development is an obligation under my registration requirements so I will always be updating my skills to ensure treatments I deliver are to the highest standard.”
📍 Caring Hands Midwife
281 Drumcroon Road, Coleraine, BT51 3QT
📞 Tel: 07790914420
🌐 www.caringhandsmidwife.co.uk
✅ Midwifery expertise combined with holistic care
🌿 Reflexology, aromatherapy, massage, acupuncture & more
💜 Supporting women through fertility, pregnancy, and beyond
