The first three months of pregnancy are dominanted by a hormone called 'human chronic gonadotrophin' or HCG for short, this is produced by the foetus and can sometimes make the expectant mother feel lousy. The mother's body responds to the growing baby by producing 'relaxin' an ovarian hormone, that works to soften the pelvic ligaments to prepare for birth. The mother often suffers considerable aches and pains as her body adjusts to accommodate her babies entry into the world. Reflexology can be supportive in making her adjustment to hormonol output less uncomfortable. Reflexology gives support to the mother through this enormous physical, mental and emotional change that occurs in pregnancy.