established in 1990supporting the wisdom of parents and babiesMassage and Pregnancy-
developing massage skills and holistic care in pregnancy,
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established in 1990supporting the wisdom of parents and babiesMassage and Pregnancy-
developing massage skills and holistic care in pregnancy,
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Courses for: Midwives, Doulas and Birth Educators Massage Therapists |
All courses are available world wide, depending on demand. Click here to view current schedule. We offer two initial courses for Massage Therapists - the 4-Day Diploma and the 1-Day Introduction. After completing the Diploma, you can continue your studies by attending the 4-Day Massage for Labour or the 2-Day Post-Natal Massage Course. 4-Day Diploma Course 4 Day Course for Massage Therapists
Accreditation: Shiatsu, massage and touch are powerful tools in supporting women to contact the wisdom of their bodies in pregnancy and birth and for parents to bond early with their developing child. This course enables you to become familiar with their use both in practical ways and in understanding a different approach to birth which can enhance your practice. There will be time to explore your own attitudes, as well as developing your touch sensitivity skills. You will learn to work in an holistic way, combining Eastern and Western philosophies and supporting your own personal growth. This course is for those who would really like to specialise in pregnancy work and be able to work confidently during all three trimesters, during labour and into the postnatal period, as well as being able to work with the “higher risk” client (eg clients suffering from pre-eclampsia, gestational diabetes etc). It covers detailed techniques and approaches for all areas of the body, especially focusing on the back and the abdomen. It includes some energy approaches as well as more traditional Swedish approaches and lymphatic work. On the last day of the course there is a practical assessment where students work for one and half hours with a pregnant woman. Afterwards there is a 6 month period of consolidation of the course through case study and project work. After receiving the diploma students can feel confident that they have one of the most rigorous pregnancy massage qualifications in the world. They can still continue to develop their work through Continuing education days and other courses which Well mother runs through the year. Aims 1. To provide an in-depth understanding of techniques and positions for massage in pregnancy, birth and postnatally * Knowledge of different positions
for different stages of pregnancy, including using floor or chair. 2. To provide an understanding of the anatomy and physiology of pregnancy, particularly in relation to massage and exercise * Physiological and pathological
conditions. 3. Working towards an holistic model of pregnancy and birth and the postpartum period * Viewing pregnancy as a healthy
expression of the journey into motherhood. 4. To provide practical tools for self-development and for supporting massage therapists work in this period * Touch sensitivity skills. Features Entrance requirements * Recognised qualification
in Massage or Aromatherapy with 100 hours post qualifying experience. Introductory day for massage and pregnancy This course is aimed at therapists who are not sure how much they eventually want to specialise in pregnancy work, but who would like to feel confident working with a client who becomes pregnant. It covers the basic anatomy and physiology of the three trimesters giving an overview of the main changes for the mother and baby. It explores some simple antenatal exercises for the second and third trimesters and covers body positioning for the pregnant client, mostly introducing the side position on the couch, but also briefly exploring the option of all fours work. The role of mobilisations and stretches is explored in more detail, along with how to adapt basic massage strokes in the different positions. Some work with the abdomen/baby in the third trimester is also covered. At the end of the day students will feel confident working with the healthy pregnant woman during the second and third trimesters. Introductory days are organised by: Bristol: BCMB Bristol College of Bodywork London: Essentials for Health Other locations: Wellmother teachers Massage and Pregnancy This is the foundation course for massage therapists. Once this course has been attended and the work completed, then therapists may want to continue to study other Well Mother courses. We offer CPD days on specific topics, but also a October 1-4, 2008, Bristol Are you interested in taking your pregnancy massage skills a little further and studying more about how to support women with massage during labour? On this course we will cover: Aims 1. To develop an in-depth knowledge of massage (including shiatsu techniques), including birth positions and breathing, for labour and the immediate postnatal period for mother and baby
2. To provide an understanding of the theory (both Traditional Chinese Medicine and anatomy and physiology, and the medical (including NHS) approach) of birth, for mother and baby, particularly in relation to body work
3. To provide an understanding of how to most effectively work with the mother and her partner in preparation for labour and the early postnatal period (including exploring the role of the mother’s partner, teaching birth support strategies/approaches and how to work with the partner if the therapist is present during labour, supporting feeding and bonding)
4. To develop an holistic approach to birth support, including providing practical tools for self-development and supporting massage therapists in the field of birth support (including CPD, networking etc) and to enable massage therapists to have a better understanding of the birth period and its implications for their own lives and those they work with.
Massage for the Postnatal Mother 13 and 14 October, 2008 This two day course is open to those who have completed the APNT Massage for Pregnancy Diploma Aims 1. To develop an in-depth knowledge of massage and exercise for the postnatal period for mother
2. To provide an understanding of the relevant underpinning theory (anatomy and physiology, basic eastern approach of postnatal period for the mother, particularly in relation to body work
3. To develop an holistic model of the postpartum period, including providing practical tools for self development and for supporting massage therapists in this field
Insurance One frequently asked question asked by therapists is whether they will be covered for practicing on pregnant women or during labour, both after attending the course, and upon qualification. It depends on the insurance company, so ask them. If they want more information about the Well Mother Diploma. Suzanne can discuss this with them and supply further information as necessary. Some insurance companies may require you to send them the certificate of course attendance plus your practical assessment results to provide cover whilst you are doing your case studies. Denman Direct, which insures therapists under the GCP and MTI schemes, recognises the Well Mother course for those therapists working with women during labour - providing the therapist is acting under the auspices of a midwife.
Teachers Suzanne Yates BA,
DipHSEC, MRSS(T)
Julie Evans
(UK courses only) Venue
and Format Cost *** If you organise a course in your area for a minimum of 10 massage therapists, you qualify for a free place. You will have some discount on your place if it's a little less than 10. Absolute minimum number for course to run is 8 participants. ***
UK: 2008 London Bristol Wolverhampton Edinburgh Cork Dublin Galway International: USA, Portland, Oregon New Zealand, Wellington Australia, Melbourne
e-mail Suzanne Yates for further details
Shiatsu for InfantsIntegrating shiatsu skills and awareness into infant massage. A 2 day course, designed for infant massage instructors. Further details here.
You can read an article written by Suzanne for a more in-depth view of the "Well Mother" approach to pregnancy, birth, early parenting and shiatsu. Click here for information and ordering of "Shiatsu for Midwives", a book by Suzanne Yates with Tricia Anderson. * APNT Diploma currently only available for UK courses. All other courses have Well Mother certification and, in some countries also certification from a nationally recognised organisation, see top of page for this. |
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