Venus Rising Prenatal Massage is designed to offer knowledge and technical skill to massage therapists who would enjoy inviting pregnant women into their practice, and want to do so in a safe, effective and responsible way.  This course introduces the skills to work competently and confidently with the prenatal client.  It aalso offers an understanding with specific techniques for pain relief and comfort measures. 

This course provides much more than just contraindications and correct positioning. You will learn the importance of words and reframe the words most commonly used for pregnancy. You will be able to demonstrate special breathing techniques, relaxation and visualizations that are special to the pregnant woman and her baby. Massage for the pregnant woman and her baby is a beneficial and vital component to maternity care, come prepared to practice and experience new ideas and skills.

Sue Walker, LMBT is a certified practitioner in Prenatal Massage.  Sue has been teaching massage therapy for 10+ years and loves the teaching environment of the classroom.