A researcher at Swansea University is looking into the use of complimentary therapies during pregnancy and the outcome this has on the birth experience and postnatal period, particularly it’s effect on breastfeeding. They are looking for as many Mums with babies under 6 months old to do an online survey.

The link to the survey is: www.surveymonkey.com/s/childbirth

If you want to discuss this with the person doing the research, her contact details are Dr Amy Brown, University of Swansea – a.e.brown@swansea.ac.uk

Amy says – ‘The initial findings are really interesting – we have looked mainly at osteopathy and reflexology so far but in the sample we have they appear to be linked to both an easier birth and longer breastfeeding duration.’ - which must be good