Before diving into the massage techniques, you are first taken through the history of the practice, introduced to influential people in the field of baby massage, and exposed to current thinking and research findings. Later in the course, you will also be provided with specific case studies that outline the importance of massage and the difference it can make.

It is widely recognised that immediately after birth, mothers and babies should have skin to skin contact, giving reassurance to both mother and baby. Bonding, mutual attachment and touch is an incredibly important part of the parent-child relationship and should continue from the moment of birth onwards. The Baby Massage Diploma Course explains each of these areas and how baby massage can help, along with the techniques other cultures use to promote the bonding between parent and child.

In addition to helping babies and parents to bond, there are plenty of other benefits to baby massage, such as aiding relaxation (for both the parent and the child) and sleep, providing a way for others to bond with the baby, and building confidence in handling the baby. There are also known health benefits, which, along with the aforementioned, are detailed in the course.

Along with teaching you massage techniques, the Baby Massage Diploma Course provides information on baby growth, development, behaviours, and reflexes. This additional study provides a more rounded knowledge of infant development, emotions, and physiology.

To ensure the comfort, safety, and happiness of the baby it is important to prepare for the massage. You will be guided through the steps to take before each baby massage given. From here you will be taken through providing baby massage, including what to be aware of, tips for a pleasant massage, the strokes and sequences for each area of the body, additional techniques and knowing when not to provide a massage. 

This course will include:

• History of Baby Massage 
• Influential People 
• Vimala  McClure
• Peter Walker
• Complementary and Alternative Healing
• What is the Difference Between Western and Eastern Healing?
• Related Complementary and Alternative Treatments Infant Aromatherapy
• Research and Current Thinking
• Bonding
• Attachment
• The Importance of  Baby /Mother Closeness in Other Cultures
• The Importance of Skin-to-Skin Contact
• The Importance of Touch
• How Does a Baby Communicate? 
• Benefits of Baby Massage 
• Healing Benefits of Baby Massage 
• Basic Baby Anatomy 
• Developmental Milestones
• Six States of Consciousness 
• Infant Reflexes 
• Preparation for Baby Massage 
• When Should You Start Baby Massage? 
• Infant Massage Classes, Courses or Workshop
• The Massage
• When to Avoid Baby Massage 
• Contraindications 
• Baby Massage Strokes 
• Baby Massage Sequence
• Why Use Massage Oils? 
• Massage Oils Suitable for Infants 
• Aromatherapy
• Massage for Additional or Special Needs 
• Massage for the Growing Child
• Family Massage
• Setting Up a Business 
• Consent Forms

This course is accredited through IPHM. Upon booking the course you will recieve a course manual, course questions and instructions for case studies which are required. You will also be contacted by your online course tutor via whatsapp which will provide you with full support.

You will be required to complete your course within 24 month of purchasing.