Prenatal Bliss: Partner Massage Essentials for Pregnancy
Learn prenatal partner massage at home to nurture the pregnant body, ease pain, and connect with baby …. all without exhausting yourself and with no previous massage experience needed.
Pregnancy is amazing, precious, transforming… and sometimes it’s hard on the body! You wish there was a way to connect and support at home, but you don’t know where to begin. Prenatal partner massage is a type of massage therapy specifically designed to provide comfort and relaxation to pregnant people while connecting with partners. The Partner Massage Essentials for Pregnancy course will give you comprehensive guidance on safe and comforting prenatal partner massage techniques to use at home during every stage of pregnancy. Get ready to ease aches and pains through nurturing touch, deepen your connection to your partner and baby, and feel confident in your home massage skills.
Before I tell you more about the delicious massage awaiting you, let’s make sure you are a good fit!
Maybe you are pregnant and you’ve been dreaming of receiving massages at home during your pregnancy.
Or perhaps you are a partner who has been searching for a way to connect with your pregnant loved-one and baby that would feel like you were offering truly meaningful support to them.
It could be that you wanted to try prenatal partner massage at home during pregnancy but worry that you and your husband/wife/partner doesn't know enough to practice massage safely.
Maybe you loved massaging each other before pregnancy, but just can’t figure out how massage would work with the new belly bump.
Or perhaps you haven’t given this any thought, but your partner sent you here. They want to give it a try and you love them very much so you are going for it.
Great! If you are having a healthy pregnancy*, 2nd trimester and beyond, and want to learn partner massage for pregnancy you’ve come to the right place!
*Depending on the reason for your high-risk pregnancy label this course may be appropriate for you, but please schedule a call with us and get permission from your OB or midwife before enrolling. If you are considered high-risk because you are over 35, but you are having an otherwise healthy pregnancy we encourage you to join.
By the end of this course you will …
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Be amazing at setting up a super comfortable at home massage space - without buying any new equipment
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Master safe prenatal massage positions - that you will also use to get better sleep
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Understand of where it hurts and why - whether you are pregnant or your partner is pregnant
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Be confident in hands-on techniques - and your ability to ease common pregnancy discomforts
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Know how to find perfect pressure - and how to ask questions and adjust so that you have perfect pressure for prenatal massages and beyond
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Form a deeper connection during this transformative time in your lives - helping your partner and baby feel cherished and cared for
Meet your guide on this prenatal partner massage journey…
Faith is certified prenatal, labor, and postpartum massage therapist who has over a decade of experience supporting families as they grow through massage, yoga, and postpartum doula care. She loves to make intentional touch accessible through group and private partner massage classes in person and online. Her specialty is helping students gain confidence in bringing sacred touch into the everyday moments.
What clients say about working with Faith:
“Faith is both incredibly knowledgeable about all things pregnancy and such an expert at soothing all of the aches and pains that go along with it… She is a master at what she does.”
“Faith … took every precaution to be certain we stayed safe. I felt completely cared for.”
“Faith is excellent; she … genuinely supports mothers.”
What’s inside Partner Massage Essentials for Pregnancy?
Module 1 - Prenatal Anatomy
Time: 27 minutes
Understand basic prenatal anatomy in order to know what is happening in the body, common pain complaints, and massage safety guidelines.
Module 2 - Care, Contact, and Connection
Time: 30 minutes
Learn to create a relaxing environment, get grounded for your session, and strengthen communication so that you never need to wonder, “does this even feel good?”
Module 4 - Hands-On Techniques Workshop
Time: 80 minutes
This is the moment! Whether you are brand new to massage or you’ve enjoyed it before pregnancy, this section will take you to the next level. We get hands on and start at the basics of touch and move through to techniques that ease aches and pains and create a more comfortable pregnancy.
Module 3 - Perfect Positioning
Time: 25 minutes
No more getting “tired” while you massage! In this module, we go over safe positions for the pregnant partner and best stances for giving massage so that you can all relax during the session knowing every body, including baby, is in the best position.
Module 5 - Massage Momentum
You are ready for hands on sessions regularly at home! Pop in your earbuds and let these 9 audio and visual session guides walk you through at-home massages until you feel ready to follow your own flow.
Includes quick routines for bedtime massage, foot massage, and hands massage as well as full-body follow-along massages.
“I took Faith’s online partner massage class with my husband and it was a wonderful bonding experience for us. She is a great instructor and the class was easy to follow and gave my husband confidence to massage me in a safe and effective way while I was pregnant. I appreciated we could go at our own pace on our own time. I would highly recommend this course to pregnant couples.”
New Bonuses!
Bonus 1 - Infant Massage Mini-Class
value $20
You love massage and your baby will love massage too! Get started with this baby massage routine that is perfect birth through the 1st year.
Bonus 2- Private Couples Massage Class
value $65
Debrief the course and get all your partner massage questions answered in a 30 minute live video class with just you, your beloved, and me.
I’ve got 14 years of experience as a Certified Perinatal Massage therapist and a decade of teaching this work to couples in person and I want to make sure YOU feel confident with your partner massage skills for pregnancy and beyond!
This class was amazing! My husband and I signed up with little expectation other than spending time together and bonding. We were pleasantly surprised by how fun and informative the class was. We regularly use the techniques learned at home and I get so much pregnancy related pain relief from all the techniques my husband learned and he feels like he can actually do something to help me in the last few weeks of pregnancy. I highly recommend this class to all expectant mothers.
— 2nd trimester mama (live class May 2022)
2024 is the inaugural year of this partner massage for pregnancy course!
When you join our 2024 cohort you get:
1. Exclusive Access at a discount from the future price: You'll have exclusive access to the partner massage for pregnancy digital course at a discount from the future price. We value your support as we learn to bring this class alive online. This is the only time we plan to offer this discount.
2. Access to additional Bonuses: When we create additional bonuses to go with the course - you get them too! No strings attached.
3. Access all modules right away so you can move at your own pace. Want to practice with your partner at 11pm? Go right ahead.
5. BONUS - Debrief the course and get all your partner massage questions answered in a 30 minute live video class with just you, your beloved, and me.
I’ve got 14 years of experience as a Certified Perinatal Massage therapist and a decade of teaching this work to couples in person and I want to make sure YOU feel confident with your partner massage skills for pregnancy and beyond!
What we ask of you:
We’ve taught this course in person many times before, but this year we are teaching fully digital. You will be learning massage and I will be learning the digital world. We ask in exchange for the deep discount on the course that anyone who takes the course shares their voice. We believe that real-world insights and feedback are invaluable in the course creation process, and that's where you come in.
As part of our 2024 online cohort we will ask you to:
➡️ fill out a short 2-3 minute survey after each module
➡️ offer your feedback during and after you’ve completed the course and practiced at home
➡️ bounce ideas with us, ensuring the course is tailored to the needs of pregnant families for years to come
✺ Frequently asked questions ✺
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t’s always a great idea to consult with a healthcare provider before starting any new routine during pregnancy (be it fitness, massage, or food) to ensure it aligns with the specific needs and circumstances of the individual.
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We have a whole module on positioning for both the pregnant person and the massaging partner to keep you both comfortable during massages! You will need pillows and extra sheets or towels. You may get excited about massage and choose to purchase a massage table because you find it more comfortable, but you will see how you can use your couch or bed as a great massage surface with our simple setup techniques.
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A “session” can be anywhere from 5 minutes to an hour (or more)! We will guide you through sequences for quickie sessions and longer sessions. 20-40 minutes may be the sweet spot, but in research on couples even being sure to hug daily can increase relationship satisfaction so we think that ANY amount (even a 5 minute foot rub!) counts as a worthwhile session.
We created this course for busy families. You can learn at your own pace and on your own schedule without leaving the house. The course includes approximately 3 hours of learning (mostly hands-on practice). We recommend carving out at least 5 minutes of hands-on massage time a few times a week to get started. We think you and your partner will enjoy this time together so much that you want to make more time!
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Yes, it can be very effective. Tailored techniques can provide relief for common discomforts associated with pregnancy.
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We will start our course by going over what to avoid so you can know well before you start massaging what areas to skip during partner massage in pregnancy.
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Absolutely. Beyond physical benefits, the shared experience fosters emotional intimacy, strengthening the bond between partners.
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We recommend taking this course in the 2nd and 3rd trimester when prenatal discomforts become more apparent and there is more need for special positioning and techniques. Please check with your healthcare provider and talk with us before signing up if you have any high-risk factors to be sure this course is a good fit.
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Absolutely. The techniques may vary, needing adapting as the pregnancy progresses. We have an entire module focused on practicing hands-on techniques!
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While professional training isn't necessary, basic knowledge of safe techniques is recommended. That’s why we built this course to teach you how to give a safe and effective partner massage during pregnancy!
We love supporting total beginners in getting hands on during pregnancy and will start with the very basics of setup. We will build from there so that there is plenty to practice whether you have never tried massage or you have enjoyed partner massage for a long time, but just don’t know pregnancy.
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Communication is key. If your partner is uncomfortable, respect their wishes, and explore alternative ways to support and relax together. If it’s right for your relationship, consider having a conversation to find out more. Are they nervous, uncomfortable, or simply not interested? There may be a fear or worry that needs to be addressed before you can enjoy massage together.
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I definitely do recommend you see a certified prenatal/postpartum massage therapist if you get professional massage in pregnancy! No one knows you better than your partner and there are profound studies on how increasing warm touch among couples has a beneficial influence on multiple stress-sensitive systems.
Professional massage therapists need to know healthy and high-risk pregnancies and be ready to treat any person who walks into their office. You only need to be able to massage your beloved. Once you have the safety, communication, and positioning tools from Module 1-3 the foundation will be in place to keep your partner safe. Even if you aren’t *the best* at massage, I have total confidence that you and your partner can develop a pattern of touch that feels good and creates connection using the skills in this course.
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Because this course is digital and you can start to apply the information immediately we only offer refunds in very limited circumstances. Please make sure it feels like a good fit for you and ask us any questions before you purchase! The exception to this policy is for any family that experiences the loss of your pregnancy. Please be in touch with us. We will offer you a full refund and send you a selected resources that families have told us supported them in grieving their babies and healing their hearts.
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After purchase you will create a personalized login to our Kajabi course site where you will access all video learning.
The LIVE hands-on module is hosted on Zoom.