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With over a decade of service to children and families, Tina Allen, founder of leading children's health and nurturing touch organization Liddle Kidz™ Foundation, has become an internationally respected educator, author and expert in the field of infant and pediatric massage therapy.
She is a Pediatric Massage Master Teacher, Developmental Baby Massage Teacher and a Licensed Massage Therapist with specialized training in providing massage therapy for infants and children with special healthcare needs. Ms. Allen understands the varied physical and emotional needs of hospitalized and medically complex infants, children and their families. Because of her dedication to the well-being of the entire family, she has become certified in pregnancy massage and is a Trainer of Peaceful Touch®, which implements a healthy touch approach for children in school based environments.
Ms. Allen managed the nation's first comprehensive pediatric massage program at Children's Hospital Los Angeles (CHLA), and developed pediatric massage programs at Mattel Children's Hospital at UCLA and Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, as well as developed a program focusing on introducing gentle compassionate touch to women and children who have survived domestic abuse. Her innovative approach to children's health has allowed her the unique opportunity to educate families and professionals throughout the world in the many benefits of nurturing touch. A widely known expert in her field, Ms. Allen has appeared on NBC and The Learning Channel's 'Bringing Home Baby', KCET and PBS' 'A Place of Our Own'.
Website: Liddle Kidz™
She is a Pediatric Massage Master Teacher, Developmental Baby Massage Teacher and a Licensed Massage Therapist with specialized training in providing massage therapy for infants and children with special healthcare needs. Ms. Allen understands the varied physical and emotional needs of hospitalized and medically complex infants, children and their families. Because of her dedication to the well-being of the entire family, she has become certified in pregnancy massage and is a Trainer of Peaceful Touch®, which implements a healthy touch approach for children in school based environments.
Ms. Allen managed the nation's first comprehensive pediatric massage program at Children's Hospital Los Angeles (CHLA), and developed pediatric massage programs at Mattel Children's Hospital at UCLA and Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, as well as developed a program focusing on introducing gentle compassionate touch to women and children who have survived domestic abuse. Her innovative approach to children's health has allowed her the unique opportunity to educate families and professionals throughout the world in the many benefits of nurturing touch. A widely known expert in her field, Ms. Allen has appeared on NBC and The Learning Channel's 'Bringing Home Baby', KCET and PBS' 'A Place of Our Own'.
Website: Liddle Kidz™
Touch Therapy for Liddle Kidz™
8 CE Contact Hours
During this introductory class, participants will learn to use appropriate touch therapy
activities for healthy children. Hands-on exercises will include adapting storytelling
for massage time and utilizing common childhood toys to increase tactile stimulation. A
relaxation series of massage strokes will be taught and hands-on practice will
demonstrate how this sequence may be especially beneficial to children.
Supplies List: Massage Linens, 2 Pillows, Massage Table, Unscented Massage Oil
Touch Therapy for Common Childhood Ailments
8 CE Contact Hours
During this class participants will learn how to adapt touch therapy to provide relief for
some of childhood's most common ailments including Sinus and Chest Congestion,
Constipation, Stomach Aches, Headaches, Eye Fatigue, Ear Aches, Growing Pains,
everyday stress and tension. Contraindications for providing touch therapy
during times of illness will be discussed.
Supplies List: Massage Linens, 2 Pillows, Massage Table, Unscented Massage Oil
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