Developmental Baby Massage

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11-Jul-2009 to 12-Jul-2009 09:00 to 17:00

Developmental Baby Massage
Summer Course in London
with Peter Walker
Sat 11th and Sun 12th July 2009

Knowing the basics of Developmental Baby Massage will be of huge benefit to the care and advice you offer to new mothers and babies.

This two day course will prepare you to teach these supportive techniques to mothers on a one to one basis or in pre and post natal support classes from birth to standing.

This certificated course includes theoretical and practical work, DVD and slide presentations as well as observation of a mother/father and baby group.

Getting in touch, developing touch and handling skills from birth
Benefits of Developmental Baby Massage from birth to standing
Developmental Baby Massage as an aid to assessment
Developmental Baby Massage and developmental delay
The correct way to assist development from birth to standing
The correct use of massage oils and some essential oils
Contra-indications and referrals
Massage and movement for colic, constipation, sleeplessness and anxiety
Setting up Baby Massage Classes / Group dynamics and teaching skills

Peter Walker has worked in this field for some thirty years and these techniques have benefited thousands of mothers and babies.

This course was originally four days and with extra study, was awarded 15 credits towards a University level three honours degree in Midwifery and Neonatal Nursing.

All applicants to receive Developmental Baby Massage DVD plus full set of course notes.

Developmental Baby Massage certificated teachers are taught only by Peter Walker

To enrol for this summer course and for more information, email walker@thebabyswebsite.com or call 07947 150145