We have created a very unique, comprehensive and holistic pregnancy and post natal concept which is ideal for a confident, experienced and fully qualified body massage therapist. You will appreciate the sensitivity required to treat a pregnant client and you will possess excellent consultation skills. This course is perfect for anyone who is already a qualified and experienced massage therapist and wants to advance their skills into and learn a new and highly in demand technique. You will learn the fundamental skills to become competent at practising this very comprehensive, full body pregnancy massage. You will also have the opportunity to return in future and learn a full treatment menu which is suitable for a pregnant or post natal client. The pregnancy and post natal treatment is a gentle therapy with soothes and nurtures a ‘mum-to-be’ during this time. Pregnant clients are going through both a delicate and powerful transition and tailor made treatments are in high demand. Many salons and spas do not offer pregnancy specific treatments so this is a great opportunity to expand your treatment offering but also to increase your knowledge base around how the body is affected, how to adapt to a pregnant client, which products to use and most importantly, how to offer a treatment both safely and with sensitivity. This treatment includes gentle massage techniques, pressure points, aromatherapy, lymph drainage, a foot ritual and is a full body experience. You will learn how to adapt each area of the treatment for your client, you will feel confident in how to position the client and which products to use. You will learn how you may need to vary the treatment during each trimester, including the fourth which is post delivery. To enrol on this course, you must be a qualified and experienced body massage therapist. Ideally, you will have a keen interest in anatomy and physiology. (A&P). You may already be pursuing a separate qualification in A&P or already possess one. During the course we will cover all necessary A&P theory Following the Course you will be: • Fully trained in Pregnancy and Post Natal Massage Therapy • Fully confident in how to price, promote and carry out a professional treatment • Able to gain full insurance and professional membership Course Content - You will receive a comprehensive pre-course manual with essential knowledge around each trimester and conditions experienced during pregnancy - During the course you will receive a full product, equipment and photo guide for treatment set-up - Consultation process - Treatment protocols during each trimester - Conditions affecting each part of the body during pregnancy - A 60 minute full body massage routine - Considerations during early post natal period - A 60 minute full body post natal routine - Principles of Indonesian Massage - Effects and benefits of Indonesian Massage - Health, safety & hygiene - Contraindications and contra-actions - Essential anatomy & physiology - Professionalism and ethics - Business practice - Full product protocol - Methods of adapting treatment - Treatment planning and aftercare - Practical assessment