Course curriculum

  1. 1

    • Introduction to the course developer
  2. 2

    • Stages of pregnancy for the mother
  3. 3

    • What does a therapist need to consider before massaging a pregnant client?

    • Benefits of Pregnancy Massage
  4. 4

    • Overview - Changes to Anatomy and Physiology

    • Changes to the uterus, uterine ligaments and cervix

    • Changes to the circulatory system

    • Changes to the endocrine system

    • Changes to the digestive system

    • Changes to the renal system

    • Changes to the respiratory system

    • Musculoskeletal changes
  5. 5

    • Overview

    • Stress

    • Nausea

    • Breast changes

    • Altered taste and sense of smell

    • Mood swings

    • Constipation

    • Haemorrhoids and varicose veins

    • Pigmentation

    • Stretch marks

    • Insomnia and restlessness
  6. 6

    • Overview

    • First trimester

    • Second Trimester

    • Third trimester
  7. 7

    • Overview

    • Preliminary observations
  8. 8

    • Basic Postural Analysis

    • How to perform a postural analysis

    • Postural Presentations

    • Other Conditions and Treatments
  9. 9

    • Positioning

    • Different Working Positions

    • Summary of stages and positions

    • How to work in these positions

    • How to set up a flat table with a triangle bolster to work semi reclined

    • Setting up for Supine position - for first trimester and post natal only

    • Setting up for the Prone position - belly pillow:

    • Things to consider during a massage

    • Essential oils