Perinatal sophrology

Pregnant woman in a meadow that breathes

What is perinatal sophrology?

Sophrology is a therapeutic technique designed by neuropsychiatrist Alfonso Caycedo, a mixture of Western and Eastern techniques.

It is a philosophy of life based on a psychocorporeal method. The term SOPHROLOGY, inspired by ancient Greek, means the study of the harmonization of consciousness.
Its particular methodology is based on techniques that allow an interaction between body and mind. The sophrologist uses tools such as breathing, relaxation and mental imaging.

The exercises applied reinforce the psychological and physical structure of the person. They bring a better well-being and a better self-knowledge.

Through the release of one’s own potential, his practice leads to improved quality of life and serenity.

Sophrology has all the qualities to accompany pregnancy but also to prepare for birth and postpartum.

Practical information

Who is perinatal sophrology for?

Perinatal sophrology is available to any woman who wishes to have a child, to the pregnant woman, and also to the young mother. Sophrology allows you to accompany each person according to his needs:

Health and well-being:

Better-live your pregnancy (manage pain, quit smoking, sleep, …).
Manage a bed rest period.
Develop its recovery capacity.
Manage stress, emotions and fatigue.
Better live body transformations.
Recharge your batteries.

Relational:

Find your place and your bearings within the couple and as a mom.
Establish a gentle and harmonious relationship with your baby.
Create bonds with your baby during pregnancy.
Managing sexual disorders.

Preparation:

Prepare for delivery by caesarean section or vaginal.
Prepare serenely for your baby to enjoy your pregnancy.
Prepare for return to work and separation.

Difficult pregnancies:

Preparing for the LDC.
Accompanying pathological pregnancies.

How's a session going?

Each session begins with a exchange time and the definition of the objective of the session.

The sophologist then accompanies the person through dynamic relaxation exercises consisting of breathing techniques combined with simple movements.

In the second part, the sophrologist guides the voice-shaped with the aim of allowing visualization. This period allows the consciousness to be taken out of its usual state in order to set up a mental program.

At the end of the session, there is a time for dialogue and exchange.

The techniques used in sophrology are inspired in particular by hypnosis or yoga and allow the person to focus on the attention to his physical sensations. There is no physical contact between the sophrologist and his client.

During the session, the sophronized will be standing or sitting to perform the gentle postures and movements proposed by the sophrologist. Some exercises can also be done while lying down.

A one-on-one session lasts about an hour.

The multi-person workshops will cover an hour and a half or more and will consist of sequences interspersed with exchangetime.

How long is an accompaniment?

Several types of consultations can take place as needed:

Before fertilization, from the desire of child, to prepare for pregnancy and put all the chances on his side to welcome the idea of becoming a mother serenely.
From the beginning of pregnancy to calm stress, anxiety, learn how to manage medical examinations, stop smoking or promote sleep or accept your body.
From the 6th month of pregnancy to prepare for childbirth and birth and also to manage sexual disorders.
After childbirth to manage body transformations, attachment disorders, mother-to-woman balance.

A personalized program consisting of 8 to 11 sessions will be presented to you by your sophrologist from the 2nd appointment to help you reach your goal. The sessions are usually spaced one week apart.

Note that scheduled sessions must be cancelled at least 24 hours in advance,otherwise they will be invoiced.