Classes & Workshops

  • CE Classes for Massage Therapists
  • Doula Workshops
  • Childbirth Education Classes - for expectant couples
  • Relaxation Classes - for pregnant women
  • Fitness Classes - for pregnant women
  • Taking Care of Your Back during Pregnancy - for pregnant women

    Schedule for Classes Here

    Internship Program

    This program is designed to give new Doulas and Massage Therapists the opportunity to receive hands on experience while having a mentor by their side. Let's just call it Pregnancy & Birth 101. You will learn the in's and out's of the whole pregnancy and birth experience; from pre-natal to postpartum. You will gain experience in office procedures, computer software, consultations, marketing, customer service, communication skills, with lots of hands on experience. You will be able to observe consultations, attend births and postpartum visits with Patti.

    To qualify for the internship program you must be personable, enthusiastic, eager to learn and willing to dedicate three months to the program. The internship program is quarterly and only a few candidates will be selected. If once selected a candidate is unable to fulfill their obligation to the program another candidate will be selected. To receive an application and further information send an e-mail with your name, address, phone number, and e-mail address to: pattiann19@aol.com

    Classes
    Approved for TX Massage CE Hours
    Patti Heimlich, LMT, CD(DONA), ICCE, MI
    CE Provider #CE0116
    Massage Therapy Instructor # MI01848
    Pregnancy Massage
    Course Information: Classes need to be taken in order Level I – V. Each class is $150 and 6 hours in length. If you have attended a pregnancy massage class with us in the past, you may take the classes in any order. For previous students, you may review - Levels I, II, III @ $50 per class. Package Level I – Level V $650.
    Pregnancy Massage – Level I
  • Anatomy & Physiology of Pregnancy
  • Discomforts During Pregnancy
  • Maternal Psychological Adjustment
  • Understanding Back Pain During Pregnancy
  • Locations of Back Pain During Pregnancy
  • Use of Pregnancy Support Belt
  • Pillow Positioning
  • Supplies
  • Textbook Included: Massage During Pregnancy by: Bette Waters, CNM
    		• Pregnancy Massage – Level II
  • Pregnancy Massage
  • Benefits
  • Contraindications
  • High Risk Pregnancy
  • Positioning for Client & Therapist
  • Spa Treatments During Pregnancy
  • Aromatherapy During Pregnancy
  • Client History & Forms
  • Resources Client & Therapist
  • Research
  • Massage Demonstration
  • Textbook Included: Pre- and Perinatal Massage Therapy by: Carole Osborne Sheets
    • Pregnancy Massage – Level III
  • 1st-3rd Trimester Recommendations
  • 1st-3rd Trimester Techniques
  • Special Considerations
  • Pregnancy Massage During Bed Rest
  • Post Date Pregnancy
  • Breech or Transverse Presentation
  • Physician Referrals
  • Marketing
  • Hands-on with pregnant clients
    		• Pregnancy Massage – Level IV
  • Posture & Body Mechanics During Pregnancy
  • Preventing Back Pain Through - Exercise & Stretching
  • Practical Participation in Stretching Technique
  • Textbook Included: Preventing and Managing Back Pain During
    • Pregnancy Massage – Level V
  • Teaching Couples Massage
  • Supplies needed
  • Techniques
  • Hands-on with pregnant couples
    		• CRASH COURSE
  • INTENSIVE covering Levels I, II, III - 8 hours $175
  • Hands-on (same day as intensive) - 2 hours $75
    • Hands On: Bring: massage table, two sets of sheets, 1 regular pillow, 1 body Pillow, 1 travel pillow, 2 sets of pillow cases for all pillows, 1 blanket, massage lotion (any hypoallergenic brand).
    Labor Massage
    Classes need to be taken in order of Levels I – III. Each class is $150 and 6 hours in length. If you have attended a labor massage class with us in the past, you may take the classes in any order. For previous students, you may review – Levels I, II @ $50 per class. Package Level I – III $360.
    Labor Massage – Level I
  • History of Birth
  • The Process of Labor
  • Perineal Massage
  • Birthing Videos
  • Labor Positions
  • Comfort Measures
  • Pillow Positioning
  • Birthing Ball
  • Workbook Included: Labor Massage by: Patti Heimlich
    		• Labor Massage – Level II
  • Music Therapy
  • Labor Massage
  • Guided Relaxation
  • Visualization
  • Attention Focusing
  • Breathing Techniques
  • Aromatherapy
  • Workbook Included: Labor Massage by: Patti Heimlich
    • Labor Massage – Level III
  • Difficult Labors
  • “OP” – Back Labor
  • Slow to Start Labor
  • Induction
  • Epidural
  • Role Play
  • Marketing
  • Workbook Included: Labor Massage by: Patti Heimlich
    		• CRASH COURSE
  • INTENSIVE covering Levels I, II -8 hours $175
  • Hands on (same day as intensive) - 2 hours $75
  • Bring: 2 regular pillows, blanket, and floor mat.
    • Postpartum Massage
    Course Information: Classes need to be taken in order Level I – III. Each class is $150 and 6 hours in length. Package Level I-III $360.
    Postpartum Massage – Level I
  • Recovery from Vaginal & Cesarean Births
  • Postpartum Considerations
  • Type of Birth Experience
  • Pain Level and Medications
  • Baby’s Schedule
  • Breastfeeding
  • Age of Baby
  • Visitors & Family
  • Emotional Considerations
  • Recommendations – Support
  • Resources
  • Client History & Forms
  • Role Play
  • Workbook Included: Postpartum Massage by: Patti Heimlich
    		• Postpartum Massage – Level II
  • Postpartum Massage
  • Techniques
  • Positioning
  • Supplies
  • Contraindications
  • Postpartum Massage Demonstration
  • Practical “Hands-on” Postpartum Clients
  • Workbook Included: Postpartum Massage by: Patti Heimlich
    • Postpartum Massage – Level III
  • Management of Postpartum Back Pain
  • Regaining Postural Integrity
  • Breastfeeding Positioning to Prevent Back Pain
  • Massage for Mothers with Small Children
  • Considerations
  • Childcare
  • Lifestyle
  • Breastfeeding
  • Role Play
  • Marketing
  • Workbook Included: Postpartum Massage by: Patti Heimlich
    		• CRASH COURSE
  • INTENSIVE covering Levels I, II -8 hours $175
  • Hands on (same day as intensive) - 2 hours $75
  • Bring: massage table, two sets of sheets, 1 regular pillow, 1 body pillow, 2 sets of pillow cases for all pillows, 2 towels, 1 blanket, massage lotion (any hypoallergenic brand)
    • Premature-Newborn-Infant Massage
    Course Information: Classes need to be taken in order, each class is $150 and 6 hours in length. If you have attended an infant massage class with us in the past, you may take the classes in any order. Previous students may review @ $50 per class. Package Level I & II $250.
    Premature-Newborn-Infant Massage – Level I
  • The Responsive Brain
  • Importance of Touch
  • Touch Research
  • Kangaroo Mother Care
  • Benefits of Preemie/Newborn/Infant Massage
  • Oils vs. Lotion
  • Supplies
  • Contraindications
  • Marketing
  • Resources
  • Workbook Included: Infant Massage by: Patti Heimlich
    		• Premature-Newborn-Infant Massage – Level II
  • Infant Massage
  • Positioning
  • Massage Strokes
  • Colic & Gas Relief
  • Congestion
  • Premature Massage Demonstration
  • Newborn Massage Demonstration
  • Infant Massage Demonstration
  • Teaching One-on-One
  • Teaching Groups
  • Role Play
  • Hands-On
  • Teaching Kit Included: Infant Massage Video, Doll, Blanket, Lotion, and Parent Booklet
    • Hospital Massage - $150 – 6 hours
  • Hospital Dynamics, Etiquette and Interacting with Hospital Staff
  • Scope of Practice
  • Infection Control Practices
  • Common Conditions & Symptoms
  • Medical Devices, Procedures and Medications
  • Massage Session, Forms and Documentation
  • Textbook Included: Massage for the Hospital Patient and Medically Frail Client by: Gail McDonald
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    Beginner Doula Workshop
    Course Information: 3 Day Class: $475
    Doula Workshop
  • Benefits of Using a Birth Doula
  • History of Birth
  • Psychological Issues During Pregnancy
  • Birth Process
  • Labor & Progress in Labor
  • Stages of Labor
  • Tests, Technologies & Interventions
  • Medications for Pain During Labor
  • Epidural
  • VBAC
  • Cesarean Childbirth
  • Inductions
  • Birth Plan
  • Workbook Included: Doula Workbook by: Patti Heimlich & The Birth Partner by: Penny Simkin
    		• Doula Workshop (cont’d)
  • Comfort Measure Demonstration
  • Massage Therapy
  • Hot & Cold Packs
  • Hot Stones
  • Aromatherapy
  • Relaxation Techniques Demonstration
  • Breathing
  • Visualization
  • Focal Points
  • Guided Imagery
  • Music Therapy
  • Hypnosis
  • Laboring in Water
  • Birth Ball
  • Workbook Included: Doula Workbook by: Patti Heimlich & The Birth Partner by: Penny Simkin
    • Doula Workshop (cont’d)
  • Difficult Labors
  • Role Play
  • Persistent Posterior Presentation
  • Breech Presentation
  • Pillow Positioning Demonstration
  • Working with Dad
  • Setting Up Practice
  • Marketing & Accounting
  • Professionalism
  • Interaction with Doctors & Hospital Staff
  • Breastfeeding
  • Postpartum Care
  • Resources
  • Workbook Included: Doula Workbook by: Patti Heimlich & The Birth Partner by: Penny Simkin
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    DONA Birth Doula Workshop
    Patti Heimlich, LMT, CD(DONA), ICCE
    Approved DONA Birth Doula Trainer
    DAY 1
    8:30 AM - 9:00 AM
    9:00 AM - 9:30 AM
    9:30 AM - 12:00 AM
    12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
    12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
    1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
    2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
    4:00 PM - 4:15 PM
    4:15 PM - 5:15 PM
    5:15 PM - 5:30 PM
    5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
    Registration & Continental Breakfast
    Introductions - Course & Participants
    Introduction to Labor Support
    Break (Refreshments provided)
    Emotional & Psychological Support in Labor
    Lunch (on your own)
    Emotional & Psychological Support in Labor
    Break
    Comfort Measures
    Break (Refreshments provided)
    Comfort Measures
    DAY 2
    8:30 AM - 9:00 AM
    9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
    10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
    11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
    11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
    1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
    2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
    3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
    4:30 PM - 5:00 PM
    5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
    Continental Breakfast
    What is the Ideal Birth?
    Cesarean Birth & VBAC
    Break (Refreshments provided)
    Difficult Labors
    Lunch (on your own)
    Prenatal Contact
    Postpartum Contact
    Break (Refreshments provided)
    Business Aspects & Record Keeping
    DAY 3
    8:30 AM - 9:00 AM
    9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
    10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
    Continental Breakfast
    Introduction to DONA International, Ethics, and Scope of Practice
    Newborn at Birth and Breastfeeding
    Wrap Up & Group Photos


    2 ½ Days / 18 hours / $425 register at www.doula-training.com

    Order your DONA International Birth Doula Certification packet before the workshop. www.dona.org

    • 3730 Kirby, Suite 1200 Houston, TX 77098
    info@doula-training.com | 713-661-8796

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