Pressure points near the ankle are contraindicated during pregnancy, the fleshy spot between a person’s thumb and forefinger, the other point to avoid in the hand is in the wrist, pressure points on the lower trunk, including the sacrum, lower back and lower abdomen.

The reason for steering clear of these points is to prevent possible injury to the fetus or contractions well before a woman’s due date can lead to preterm labor, which is not safe for the child.