Labor Massage Training

Learn nurturing touch and hands on comfort measures designed to ease labor pain, ease tension, and nurture birthing mothers. Our practical massage techniques give you the confidence to provide continuous, compassionate physical support throughout labor and delivery. The friendship and community built in a community like this can impact lives in such a beautiful way. 

What a Joy™ Disclaimer & Release

I understand that What a Joy™ and its instructors provide doula support, labor massage/bodywork, education, training, and informational services only and are not physicians, midwives, nurses, or other medical providers. These services and classes are not a substitute for medical care, diagnosis, treatment, or advice.

I agree to consult with my physician, midwife, or other qualified healthcare provider regarding my individual health, pregnancy, labor, postpartum care, and whether labor massage or any technique discussed or demonstrated is appropriate for me.

By participating in What a Joy™ services or training, I voluntarily assume responsibility for my participation and agree to promptly communicate any concerns, medical conditions, symptoms, or changes in my condition to my healthcare provider and/or What a Joy™.

I understand that What a Joy™ and its instructors do not guarantee any particular pregnancy, labor, birth, postpartum, or training outcome. To the fullest extent permitted by law, I release and hold harmless What a Joy™, its owners, instructors, contractors, and representatives from claims arising from my voluntary participation, except where liability cannot legally be waived or released.

By participating, I acknowledge that I have read, understand, and agree to this disclaimer and release.