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Fundamentals of Prenatal Massage Online (Entire Course Bundle) — 12.5 CE’s

$159.00

12.5 CE’s Are you apprehensive about your pregnant clients?

Do you wonder if your massage might harm a pregnant woman or her baby?
Did you know that certain positioning might cause uterine ligament strain and pain?

And what about those potent acupressure points–where are they, and are they really dangerous?

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In this 12.5-hour online course you’ll learn answers to the most common questions about pregnancy massage, while studying at your own pace in the comfort of your home. We’ll cover the Real areas of concern and identify the myths. You’ll watch how to drape and position for optimal comfort and safety.

You’ll have much more confidence in how to offer safe, therapeutic sessions during pregnancy. You might even realize you want to focus in on this clientele and take a Live course where you will gain numerous more skills and techniques with instructor guidance, that you can apply with All your clientele!

MotherTouch Fundamentals of Prenatal Massage Online is divided into 6 Modules You may register for each Module individually, or register for the full bundled Fundamentals course and receive several benefits. Upon successful completion of the full Fundamentals Course, you can apply for the opportunity to register for Leslie’s Live 32-hour Prenatal Bodywork Training & Certification and receive the first day (Fundamentals) for free or a reduced rate! (You must register for a live course within a year of taking the Online course) Contact Leslie for more details about current requirements for this option.)

  • Module I:  Massage During Pregnancy: A Unique Opportunity   1 CE  — FREE!!
    • Content: Reading & Video:
      • Touch Traditions
      • Benefits of Pregnancy Massage
      • Issues about Touch during Pregnancy
      • Dispelling some myths
      • Conception through Birth video
      • Honoring the wisdom keepers.
  • Module II:  Physiological & Muscular Changes During Pregnancy — 2.5 CE’s
    • Content: Reading & Video:
      • Physical changes through the trimesters
      • Hormonal affects and how they impact your bodywork
      • Postural Support technique
      • Uterine ligaments–preventing strain
      • Impact of Diastasis Recti
      • Treatments for Psoas and Quadratus Lumborum
  • Module III: Precautions & Contraindications for Bodywork During Pregnancy  4 CE’s.
    • Content: Reading & Powerpoint
      • Bodywork Styles
      • Health Intake & Medical Release
      • Bodywork Precautions
      • Pregnancy Risk Conditions and High Risk Symptoms
  • Module IV: Positioning & Draping for Pregnancy Massage  1.5 CE’s.
    • Content: Video, Reading
      • Office Considerations
      • Sidelying Positioning Benefits and How To
      • Avoiding Uterine Ligament and Hip Rotator Strain
      • Semi-Reclining Positioning Benefits: When and How To Use
      • Draping the Back
      • Draping the Leg
  • Module V:  Basic Massage Techniques During Pregnancy — 2 CE’s.
    • Content: Video, Reading
      • Office Considerations
      • Trimester Considerations
      • Massage for the Hands, Arms, Shoulder, Neck, Lateral Hip Rotators, Gluteals
  • Module VI: Abdominal Massage During Pregnancy—1.5 CE’s.
    • Content: Video, Reading
      • The Sacred Belly
      • Trimester Considerations
      • Belly Massage Techniques in Sidelying Position
      • Belly Massage Techniques in Semi-Reclining Position
      • Addressing Uterine Round Ligament Pain