Somatic Massage for Labor Support
Somatic Massage for Labor Support
5 Hours CE/CPD | Live 2-Part Webinar Series with Jennie Bingham LMT
August 4 & August 11 • 7:00 PM ET
2 x 90-Minute Live Online Sessions
Labor is a physically and emotionally demanding experience, and skilled therapeutic touch can play a valuable supportive role when applied safely, respectfully, and within scope of practice.
Somatic Massage for Labor Support is a practical 2-part live webinar series designed to help massage therapists support birthing clients with greater confidence, sensitivity, and clinical awareness.
Presented by Jennie Bingham LMT, this course explores hands-on labor support, positioning, nervous system regulation, consent-based communication, and safe professional practice within the birth environment.
Webinar Details
| Dates | August 4 & August 11, 2026 |
| Time | 7:00 PM Eastern Time |
| Format | 2 x 90-Minute Live Online Sessions |
| CE Hours | 5 CE/CPD Hours |
| Certificate | Included |
| Access | Unlimited Lifetime Access to Recordings and Course Materials |
Course Overview
This 5-hour CE/CPD webinar series introduces massage therapists to foundational somatic massage skills for labor support.
Delivered across two 90-minute live sessions, the course explores the physiology and stages of labor, supportive positioning, touch strategies for early and active labor, therapist body mechanics, safety considerations, and the importance of consent-based communication.
Participants will learn how pressure, rhythm, pacing, presence, and adaptability can help support comfort and nervous system regulation during labor, while also understanding the professional boundaries of massage therapy within the birth space.
The course includes live webinar training, workbook, lesson quizzes, course exam, CE certificate, recordings, and unlimited lifetime access to all course assets.
What You Will Learn
| Learning Objective | Application |
|---|---|
| Understand the Physiology and Stages of Labor | Describe labor phases and identify how therapeutic touch and positioning may support comfort and nervous system regulation |
| Apply Foundational Massage Techniques for Labor Support | Use basic hands-on techniques appropriate for early and active labor with attention to pressure, rhythm, and adaptability |
| Recognize Safety Considerations and Scope of Practice | Identify contraindications and understand the appropriate role of massage therapists within the birth environment |
| Adapt Touch and Positioning for the Laboring Body | Explore supportive positioning strategies and therapist body mechanics when offering touch during labor |
| Practice Consent-Based Communication | Develop language and presence that support autonomy, safety, and client-centered care throughout labor |
Who This Course Is For
This webinar series is designed for massage therapists, prenatal massage therapists, manual therapists, doulas, birth workers, bodyworkers, and rehabilitation professionals interested in supporting birthing clients safely and respectfully.
It is especially valuable for practitioners who want to strengthen hands-on labor support skills while maintaining clear professional boundaries, informed consent, and scope-appropriate practice.
About Jennie Bingham
For more than two decades, Jennie Bingham has dedicated her career to childbirth and postpartum care, supporting expecting mothers and families through one of life’s most transformative experiences.
As a licensed massage therapist and experienced doula, Jennie specializes in bodywork for pregnant women and birthing clients. Her work combines a deep understanding of the physical changes associated with pregnancy and labor with compassionate, client-centered support.
Drawing on years of hands-on experience, Jennie teaches practical, adaptable techniques that help therapists provide meaningful support while honoring safety, consent, and the unique needs of each laboring client.
Included With Registration
| Included | Details |
|---|---|
| Live Webinar Series | Two 90-minute live online sessions presented by Jennie Bingham LMT |
| Workbook | Comprehensive downloadable workbook supporting webinar learning |
| Lesson Quizzes | Knowledge checks designed to reinforce key concepts |
| Course Exam | Final assessment for certificate eligibility |
| Certificate | 5 Hours CE/CPD Certificate of Completion |
| Lifetime Access | Unlimited access to webinar recordings and all course materials |
