Nurturing the Mother Certification 24 CE

This is Claire Marie Miller's primary certification course in pregnancy massage, labor massage and support, postpartum massage and newborn/infant massage.  Most workshop sites will have a pregnant volunteer to enhance your learning.  In this course, you will learn:

• Anatomy and physiology for pregnancy and birth
• Pregnancy massage demonstration and practice
• Cautions and contraindications for pregnancy massage
• Guidelines for pregnancy massage for each trimester
• Massage for high risk pregnancies
• Massage for labor and newborn/infant massage
• Postpartum massage using the principles of mother roasting, a practice of keeping the new mother warm to encourage recovery
• Awareness of the birth journey through videos
• How to teach a Nurturing the Pregnant Couple class including Prenatal Yoga for Couples
• A simple Shiatsu session that you teach the pregnant mom to give her partner
• Rituals as a tool for empowerment for the mom and family, including the Blessingway  Birth Ceremony, Birth Beads, and Lotus birth.
• How to market your skills, along with access for “ready to use” brochures and a listing on Claire Marie Miler Seminars
• Resources for you and your clients surrounding pregnancy, birth and family, including books, websites and informational groups

In-class Certification Requirements:

• A practical assessment is given when you massage a pregnant volunteer or student during the workshop
• Written assessment completed at the end of the course
• 24 CE hours and Nurturing the Mother Pregnancy Massage Certification given at completion of the course

Fees may vary depending on location.  Go to Schedule for price.