Pregnancy Massage II

Advanced Training for Massage Therapists and Manual Therapists

8 spaces available.

24 CE Hours | NCBTMB Approved | Hands-On Training

This nationally approved continuing education course is designed for licensed massage therapists who are ready to advance their skills in pregnancy massage with greater clinical confidence, communication, and sensitivity.

Through extensive hands-on practice, case study collaboration, and guided discussion, participants will refine their ability to safely and effectively support the pregnant body while working in alignment with midwives, OBGYNs, and other members of the perinatal healthcare team.

Course Highlights

Advanced Manual Therapy for Pregnancy
Learn how to adapt deep tissue techniques for prenatal clients, including:

Myofascial release
Neuromuscular therapy
Trigger point therapy
All approaches are modified for safety, effectiveness, and client comfort.

Tui Na & Acupressure for the Pregnant Body
Practice the use of appropriate acupressure points for:

Common pregnancy discomforts
Nervous system regulation
Labor support
with clear safety guidelines for each stage of pregnancy.

Muscle Energy & Gentle Therapeutic Movement
Explore research-informed, non-contraindicated techniques that:

Calm the central nervous system
Reduce stress responses
Support healthy pregnancy outcomes
These approaches are especially valuable for working with high-risk or medically complex cases.

Clinical Communication & Case Study Integration
Develop language and confidence for:

Interdisciplinary communication
Intake and session planning for prenatal clients
Collaborative care models
using real-world case study discussion.

Inclusive & Culturally Responsive Perinatal Care
Deepen your ability to provide ethical, client-centered care for diverse populations through facilitated group dialogue and reflective learning.

Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

Demonstrate proficiency in advanced pregnancy massage techniques in a supervised hands-on setting
Apply safe deep tissue, myofascial, neuromuscular, and acupressure methods for prenatal clients
Integrate gentle muscle energy techniques appropriate for pregnancy and high-risk conditions
Assess indications and precautions for working with medically complex pregnancies
Communicate effectively with perinatal healthcare providers using professional clinical language
Apply culturally sensitive, inclusive approaches to pregnancy massage care

Who This Course Is For

This course is ideal for massage therapists who:

Already offer pregnancy massage and want to deepen their skills
Work in clinical, spa, or integrative healthcare settings
Want evidence-informed, hands-on training they can immediately apply in practice