Pregnancy or Self-Care Couples Massage Workshop
This Workshop Includes:
45 Minutes Lecture and Demonstration:
A review of the Pregnancy Anatomy Safety Precautions, Proper Draping and Positioning for Comfort and Safety, Basic Massage Strokes and Technique.
30 Minutes Hands-On Practice Dad/Partner Massage:
The most effective way to learn massage is to receive massage. Focus on Head, Neck and Shoulders for stress reduction.
75-Minutes Hands-On Practice Full Body Massage:
Beginning with a focus on Feet and Legs, Hands and Arms. Partners learn the difference between pitting edema (indicator of toxemia) and non-pitting edema and how to apply Lymphatic Drainage techniques to reduce non-pitting edema caused by water retention. Techniques for safely releasing hip tension and pain reduction for hips, lower back and legs; Stress and pain reduction for upper back, shoulders, neck and head. Partners learn how to use these techniques to aid in labor support.
- Item #: MSPA011-WKSHP
