Course Details

Day 1
We will introduce you to the many benefits of massage during pregnancy – you will learn techniques and gain the confidence to massage and treat pregnant clients.
• Develop awareness to the physiological changes during pregnancy
• Begin to understand body changes, and the effects on various bodily systems
• Joints and muscles affected during pregnancy
• Introduction to some of High Risk conditions unique to pregnancy and contra indications for massage during pregnancy
• Pregnancy myths will be explained and identified including endangerment sites reflex points and acupressure points
• Alleviate the myths of first trimester massage
• Review of the three trimesters, including lying positions appropriate for pregnancy through each trimester
• Draping – client comfort and privacy
• Massage techniques appropriate during pregnancy
• How to prepare for a pregnancy massage treatment
• Full body massage demonstrated

Day 2
You will begin to develop massage skills to treat some specific musculoskeletal conditions, which pregnant clients will present with.
• How to prepare a pregnancy massage treatment and assess the client for massage treatment
• Massage techniques during pregnancy – develop appropriate applications for each trimester
• Application of gentle release techniques for hip pain with a focus on gluteal muscles
• Application of gentle Myofascial hip mobilisation
• Myofascial Piriformis release unique for pregnancy
• Introduction to shoulder releases and mobilisation to reduce pregnancy posture changes
• Introduction to abdominal massage unique to pregnancy, which helps create a supportive mother-baby connection.

General Information
• Seminar times are 9am to 5pm.
• Course is suitable for Massage Therapists (Cert IV & Diploma), Myotherapists, Naturopaths, Osteopaths and Acupuncturists.
• Also suitable for midwives and beauty therapists who have a knowledge of massage.
• Comprehensive seminar notes will be provided at the commencement of the seminar.
• Morning & afternoon teas provided.
• Further information (parking, accommodation, lunch venues etc) will be sent on receipt of payment.
• A 15% fee will be incurred on all cancellations.
• Due to limited seating no refunds will be given 14 days prior to the start of seminar.
• POSITIONS STRICTLY LIMITED TO ENROLLED STUDENTS.

Course Outline

We will explore unique pregnancy conditions and understand the complexities of high risk clients – what is contraindicated for massage? We will also be learning how we can offer emotional support and reduce the many stresses of pregnancy.

Day 1
• We will explore the complex pregnancy conditions and understand the complexities of High Risk clients – what is contraindicated for massage
• Throughout the course we will be exploring how we can offer emotional support and reduce the many stresses
 of pregnancy

We will explore in detail:
• Orthopaedic assessments unique for pregnancy
How to treat and reduce the pain patterns associated with:
• Pelvic Girdle Instability (PGI) this is a complex and debilitating condition common in pregnancy
• Pubic Symphysis Pubis Instability/diastasis (PSD or PSI)
• Pregnancy ligamentous pain, how to recognise the ligament pain patterns and apply massage treatment
• How to support changes through the spine and imbalances associated with lower back pain including treatment of sacroiliac joint pain gluteal muscle release, Piriformis release, psoas release unique for pregnancy and lumbar lordosis release
• How to ease the symptoms of restless leg syndrome, leg and calf cramping, and reduction of oedema in the legs
Day 2
We explore in detail the changes to the thoracic spine, shoulder, ribs, arms and abdomen.
• Complex shoulder treatment including thoracic spine, shoulder mobilisations to improve posture, function and movement. We will apply massage applications to improve posture for mums still working and/or breast-feeding. You will learn techniques to reduce client pain and discomfort
• How to assess for Carpel tunnel and oedema of the arms. You will learn treatment protocols for assessment and management of carpel tunnel and oedema of the arms
• Assessment of neck movement and gentle application of massage techniques to reduce pain and improve movement patterns
• Gentle application of rib release and respiratory releases to ease the shortness of breath common in pregnancy
• How to apply an abdominal massage to support diastasis recti and digestive system changes
• Create a unique mother-baby connection
Day 3
You will have the opportunity to put together all you have learnt and apply to a pregnant client, you will experience firsthand the benefits of the many new techniques you have learnt.
• Review and practice of new techniques in a simulated full body practice
• Pregnancy Massage Clinic: You will apply a full body pregnancy massage to a pregnant woman under supervision and receive invaluable feedback of your treatment
• You will also review ‘Partner Training & Massage for Labour’ by viewing a birth DVD.
• We will discuss the High Risk conditions unique to early postpartum.
• We will explore how to support a mother after a loss
• When you can and can’t massage in the postpartum

NurtureLife^® Registered Practitioner

Join the NurtureLife® family and grow your business.

NurtureLife® grows your business and increases revenue.

Upon registration you will immediately be associated with an established brand and industry reputation. NurtureLife®. Registered Practitioners receive mentoring and support from our highly skilled team. You will be able to grow your business backed by the strength, experience and reputation of the NurtureLife® brand.

As a Registered Practitioner you will have access to:

• Kidspot National Online Advertising Campaign, where your clients can leave feedback about your services. This will raise awareness on your services and increase your business exposure
• Business referrals
• Access to latest research in perinatal care
• Discounts on future refresher courses
• Membership to our exclusive NurtureLife® Practitioner FaceBook Group, giving you access to information and forum discussions
• Our beautiful NurtureLife® canvas 3-series for display in your clinic.
• NurtureLife® pregnancy product discounts so you can retail these wonderful products to your clients including:
  • NurtureLife® Aromatherapy trimester 1 – 2 – 3 Essential oils 10ml
  • NurtureLife® Aromatherapy Labour Blend Essential oil 10ml
  • NurtureLife® Aromatherapy trimester 1 – 2 – 3 Massage oils 250ml
  • NurtureLife® Belly Oil 250ml
  • NurtureLife® Soothing Leg Gel 250ml
  • Dentons pregnancy pillow

We will give you:
Marketing Starter Pack including:

• Listing on our website
• Future course discounts
• Package deals for staff training
• NurtureLife® branding and logo supplied for use on website and in approved marketing material
• A set of beautifully designed brochures
  • DL clinic brochures
  • A4 brochures outlining pregnancy massage services
  • Point of sale displays
  • DL flyer advertising NurtureLife® Pregnancy Packages
  • Gift vouchers

NurtureLife® Business Information Pack

• How to market your NurtureLife® pregnancy massage business
• How to network with other health professionals
• Letter of Introduction to other health professionals
• How to prepare for a networking meeting
• How to build a strong referral network
• Sample business card
• Sample letter head
• Sample client history form

NurtureLife® Aromatherapy Pack including:

• Trimester 1 – 2 – 3 blends
• A4 aromatherapy description display

We would love for you to become part of our NurtureLife® team, so please feel free to contact us with any questions you may have.
NurtureLife® is registered by Pregnancy Massage Australia®