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What is craniosacral, anyway?

Listen in to learn about what craniosacral is, who it’s for, how it works, and so much more.

Episode 23

Craniosacral Therapy Foundations - The First Course with Beames CST

I’m excited to bring you the first episode of our course roadmap mini-series! I started Beames CST training center in 2020 because I wanted to bring craniosacral therapy to people all over the world, not just those in my area. I know how important it is to learn from someone that you like and trust, as well as to gain the right information that will be valuable for you in your career. This is your learning journey and it’s key that you choose a program that will be the best fit for you.

In this episode, I share insight into the Craniosacral Therapy Foundations Course. Expect to learn details about the course and why it will be beneficial for your career. I also explain how I will be teaching you during our time together, and what you can expect your overall commitment to be.

Everyone can benefit from craniosacral therapy because we’ve all experienced trauma (starting with birth). This subtle and gentle technique can give lasting, amazing results, and promote true healing in your patients. As a craniosacral therapist, you absolutely can have a fulfilling career while changing the trajectory of people’s lives, and ultimately, making a powerful impact in the world.

Episode Timestamps:

  • Why you should know what will be taught before signing up for any program {1:39}
  • CST Foundations course (virtual training), plus a mini-bridging course for those who qualify {5:03}
  • The history of craniosacral therapy {6:05}
  • How we actually treat and help our patients as craniosacral therapists {7:49}
  • Why the CST Foundations course is truly beneficial for your career {14:50}
  • How this course information is taught to you {20:30}
  • What I will be teaching you in CST Foundations {24:58}
  • The next step after you complete CST Foundations {25:53}

Resources Mentioned:

Craniosacral Therapy Foundations Course

https://www.beamescst.com

Info@beamescst.com

Stay Connected:

Website: https://mybabycst.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mybabycst

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Email address: info@mybabycst.com

Episode 22

Becoming a Craniosacral Therapist: Insight into Beames CST Training Center

If you’ve considered becoming a craniosacral therapist for babies, I’m excited to bring you a little taste of what our Infant CST offerings are like at Beames CST training center. You’ll have a better idea of what your learning journey would look like with us, and I’ll be sharing even more information in our 4-part episode miniseries starting in January 2023.

This episode explains more about what you can expect to learn from us at Beames CST when you’re on your journey to becoming a craniosacral therapist for babies. We start with the initial foundations prerequisite course with 4 additional courses completed after that. You’ll be learning many different treatment techniques you can use to help a baby process birth trauma and improve latch, as well as more specialized techniques that will treat specific symptoms like reflux and torticollis. We’ll be diving deep into cranial anatomy and how we can help treat cranial nerve dysfunction in babies, no matter what their birth experience was like.

I truly believe this is the BEST job ever, and it’s pretty spectacular to see the results you can produce on babies when using the proper techniques. I can’t wait to share more detailed information about each specific course in the upcoming episodes so you know exactly what you’ll be learning, and how you can apply it to your clients.

Episode Timestamps:

  • CST Foundations course-prerequisite for all future courses with us {2:10}
  • Infant CST 1.1 course-4 week long virtual course building from the Foundations course {4:51}
  • Infant CST 1.2 course-in-person, higher level course {6:54}
  • Infant CST 2.1 course-virtual course with 2 live classes {9:10}
  • Infant CST 2.2 course-final, in-person level 2 training course {10:16}
  • Details on our upcoming certification program to help those who want to practice craniosacral therapy, but don’t have a license to do so yet {12:00}

Resources Mentioned:

Craniosacral Therapy Foundations Course – REGISTRATION IS OPEN!

https://www.beamescst.com

Stay Connected:

Website: https://mybabycst.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mybabycst

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mybabycst/

Episode 21

Birth on the Infant Body

How important is it to know the birth story for a particular baby, as well as the pregnancy? When it comes to caring for infants as a craniosacral therapist, it’s extremely important so we know how to best help and treat the baby.

 

Every pregnancy and birth experience is unique, and it’s never black and white. The maternal pelvis and how much movement is happening there plays a huge role in the position for the baby, as well as the whole labor process. Babies instinctively know how to be born and how to navigate themselves through the birth canal during labor, which is pretty incredible.

 

This episode explains more about the positioning of the baby (why it’s good or bad), and what it might do to its infant body, as well as the movements in labor babies are able to do so they can actually be born. Obstetrical interventions also play a major part in the birth process and how a baby feels, feeds, and sleeps once they’re born. Ultimately, it’s vital that your baby feels love and receives proper healing; they shouldn’t have to carry the events of a painful birth experience for the rest of their lives.

 

Episode Timestamps:

  • Learning what the pregnancy and birth experience for a baby was like, as well as after {0:44}
  • The positioning of the baby in-utero (good and not so good) {2:55}
  • Movement in labor for both maternal and baby {14:29}
  • Obstetrical interventions {17:46}
  • How craniosacral therapy helps babies recover and heal from uncomfortable birth events {22:58}

 

Resources Mentioned:

Craniosacral Therapy Foundations Course – REGISTRATION IS OPEN!

https://www.beamescst.com

 

Stay Connected:

Website: https://mybabycst.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mybabycst

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mybabycst/

Episode 20

Parent Involvement in Craniosacral Therapy

How much do parents REALLY want to know during a craniosacral therapy session? As a craniosacral therapist, we see things that the average parent might not see. Therefore, we must be very careful with how much information we share.

Generally, there are three types of parents. One, the parents that want to know everything. Two, the parents that don’t care to know all of the details. They just want their baby to be better. Three, the parents that shouldn’t receive too much information due to already being overwhelmed with having a baby that’s struggling.

This episode explains why it’s not only important to assess the baby, but also get a sense for what the parents are like. It’s important for them to feel like they have all the answers that they need. As therapists, we are here to support them. We’re not here to give them more stress and anxiety.

Episode Timestamps:

  • The 3 types of parents [0.50]
  • Therapeutic envelope [4.19]
  • Type 1: The parents that want a lot of information [6.06]
  • Type 2: The parents that are indifferent about the craniosacral therapy treatment. They just want the service to work [8.01]
  • Type 3: The parents that are anxious and will benefit from receiving less information [12.08]
  • Being intentional with your communication [18.00]
  • Creating new birth experience memories [21.25]

 

Resources Mentioned:

Craniosacral Therapy Foundations Course – REGISTRATION IS OPEN!
https://www.beamescst.com

 

Stay Connected:

Website: https://mybabycst.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mybabycst
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mybabycst/

Episode 19

An Innie or an Outie: Does It Really Matter?

Is your baby’s belly button an innie or an outie? Does it really matter? The answer, surprisingly, is yes!

The differences between innies and outies extend beyond simple aesthetics, and outie bellybuttons are specifically associated with a number of health challenges for young babies. Having an outie belly button often goes hand-in-hand with a variety of physical symptoms, which may include trouble burping, trouble latching, and reflux issues. 

This episode focuses on the prominent outie belly buttons that are generally seen in the very young newborn stage, usually between the ages of one week and five months. These bellybuttons tend to balloon out during the times when the baby is straining to poop or to pass gas. 

If you’re the parent of a baby with an outie — or a practitioner who regularly works with newborns — then this is an episode you won’t want to miss!

In this episode, you’ll learn: 

  • The collection of symptoms that may be expected alongside an outie belly button
  • One possible anatomical explanation behind the specific symptoms and challenges associated with outies
  • What you can do to help a little one who may be dealing with a herniated belly button

Note: the views shared in this episode should not be taken as medical advice! If you have any questions or concerns, please consult your pediatrician or primary care provider. The information contained in this episode is intended purely for educational purposes.

Episode 18

Appointment Fatigue is Real

Let’s make no mistake here. Appointment fatigue is REAL.

Think about it: the logistics and hassle of planning out the diaper bag and packing the stroller, making sure that the little one is clean, fed, and ready to go, and even changing out of those comfy, at-home yoga pants (yes, we all have them!) — and that’s before we even consider traffic and parking. With so many must-do items to check off the list, it’s no wonder that new parents can begin to feel overwhelmed by the very idea of leaving the house!

And guess what — it’s okay to listen to your body and cancel an appointment if you need to.

For many parents who are struggling with feeding issues, having a week that includes two or three appointments is not uncommon. Even without the added stress of feeding issues, that would be a lot! Recognizing when you have reached your limits and need to step back from an appointment takes courage. This episode is all about recognizing when you need to say “not now,” honouring the needs of your body and mind, and finding new ways to reduce appointment fatigue.

Listen now to discover: 

  • The negative effects of the stress hormone cortisol — not only on ourselves, but on our babies
  • My simple, personal mindfulness practice for combatting stress-related burnout
  • The incredible clinic model that provides parents with the services they need without added stress and how MyBaby reduces appointment fatigue
Episode 17

The Missing Piece for Tongue Tie Revision Aftercare

Gassiness, colic, difficulty gaining weight, fussiness, coughing while nursing, latching challenges… it all points to tongue tie. Once you’ve made the diagnosis and the baby undergoes their revision procedure (either a frenectomy or a frenotomy), what comes next?

For many babies, a tongue tie revision will resolve their nursing issues. For others, however, the tongue tie revision is just a first step. The really unlucky ones may even deal with frenulum reattachment — a truly frustrating experience for families!

Craniosacral therapy is an invaluable tool for ensuring the best outcomes after revision and can even help to prevent recurrence, which is not only great news for the little one and their family, but for the reputation of your practice.

Last week’s episode covered the importance of bodywork while preparing for a frenectomy or frenotomy. In this episode, you’ll learn why craniosacral therapy is the missing piece for effective tongue tie revision aftercare. If you’re a professional who performs tongue tie revisions, you WON’T want to miss this episode!

Listen now to discover: 

  • Exactly what craniosacral therapy is and why it is SO effective at boosting the efficacy of tongue tie revisions
  • How CST releases restrictions in the movement of the fascia — and how tension in different areas of the body may contribute to feeding issues
  • A real example of how one family benefitted from CST, avoided reattachment, and improved their breastfeeding experience!

My Craniosacral Therapy Foundations virtual course is open for enrolment! Register today for the opportunity to learn CST from the comfort of your home:
https://www.beamescst.com 

Episode 16

The Importance of Bodywork BEFORE a Frenectomy

Should bodywork be a key part of the frenectomy/frenotomy preparation that you offer your clients? The answer is a resounding YES!

Tongue tie is a condition that restricts the tongue’s range of motion, making it difficult for babies to latch or nurse properly. If a baby is unable to keep their tongue in the right position, they may have difficulty swallowing or wind up chewing on the nipple rather than sucking it — certainly not fun for anyone! A frenectomy or frenotomy surgically corrects tongue tie through removing or snipping the piece of tissue that tethers the tongue too tightly to the floor of the mouth.

While tongue tie revision is a widely practiced intervention, it’s not perfect! Fascial tension and tightness can continue to cause the tongue to remain on the floor of the mouth, even after the surgery has been completed.

Providing 1-2 sessions of bodywork before a baby’s surgery can greatly improve their chances of success — and even help to heal some of the lingering effects of birth trauma that may be causing the little one pain or stress!

In this week’s episode of the MyBaby Craniosacral Podcast, I reveal the 3 biggest reasons why bodywork is an absolutely essential part of preparing for a tongue tie revision.

Press play to learn:

  • How the effects of birth trauma can worsen tethered oral tissues
  • Why it’s important to optimize the tongue’s range of motion before surgical intervention — and how this can improve the surgical results!
  • How the use of Pitocin during labour actually affects babies during the birthing process

My Craniosacral Therapy Foundations virtual course is open for enrolment! Register today for the opportunity to learn CST from the comfort of your home: https://www.beamescst.com

Episode 15

Learning Junkies and CST

Craniosacral therapy isn’t just a powerful treatment tool. It’s also a bridge that can connect all sorts of specialities and allow professionals to greatly enhance the quality of care that we offer our clients! This week’s episode of MyBaby Craniosacral Podcast is for forever-learners in all specialties —from feeding specialists to PTs — who are always working to expand their skills.

Craniosacral therapy is the perfect modality for forever-learners, because there is always something new to discover, implement, and practice. Even four years into my own CST journey, I find myself amazed by how much there is to learn… and how beautifully the practice can complement other modalities.

Whether you’re a speech language pathologist, IBCLC, CLC, physical therapist, reflux specialist, or sleep specialist, CST will help you connect the dots, provide a more holistic level of care for your clients, and offer deeper and more functional healing.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

  • Why forever-learners tend to develop imposter syndrome — and why having imposter syndrome is a sign that you should actually be MORE confident
  • Why adding CST to your existing practice will benefit not only your clients, but yourself as well!
  • Why being on a journey of forever-learning often also means being on a journey of forever-healing

My Craniosacral Therapy Foundations virtual course is now open for enrolment! Register today for the opportunity to learn CST from the comfort of your home:
https://www.beamescst.com 

Episode 14

Craniosacral and being an IBCLC - Interview with Dr. Sarah Winward

What do you get when you combine lactation consulting with craniosacral therapy? You get a smoother, less frustrating, and more enlightening postpartum experience!

My guest, Dr Sarah Winward, is a Naturopathic Doctor, breastfeeding expert, and former doula who helps parents meet their feeding goals with their babies and better understand the challenges they may be facing. As an IBCLC with craniosacral training, Sarah has the superpower of being able to diagnose and treat the root causes of nursing issues — leading to easier feedings, happier babies, and relieved parents!

During this interview, we talk all things lactation, including why we need to start demanding better lactation care in hospitals, what makes shopping mall or airport feedings so inefficient, and why we need to reject the myth that feeding is “supposed” to be painful.

Appointment booking: www.mybabycst.com

Episode 13

Torticollis

What is torticollis anyway? And how can we correct it? Listen to learn!

Book your baby in: www.mybabycst.com

Learn Infant Craniosacral: www.beamescst.com

Episode 12

That Scary Newbie Feeling

When starting something new, we all get a little scared. On this episode I’m talking about my personal journey from scared newbie to feeling confident in my practice. I hope I can shed a little light for those of you feeling the same way!

Training: www.beamescst.com

Appointment booking: www.mybabycst.com

Episode 11

Career Opportunity with MyBaby Craniosacral

Career opportunity! If you’re interested in this potential career as an infant craniosacral therapist, please have a look at the website below. These babies need us, and I can’t provide for every family on my waitlist.

More info here: www.beamescst.com/career-opportunity

Episode 10

Seasons of growth and rest/repair as a practitioner

As healers and forever learners, it’s important to give ourselves seasons. Rest and repair, mixed with seasons of growth and learning. 

Beames CST Infant Craniosacral Level 1 course is now running seasonal cohorts.

Episode 9

Part 2 - How Postpartum Doulas can use this in their work

Hey doulas! Here’s another for you.

To register for Intro to I-CST 101, or for more course details: I-CST 101

Episode 8

How Birth Doulas Can Use This In Their Work

This is part 1 of 2. Part 1 is here for birth doulas, part 2 will be for postpartum doulas, so stay tuned!

To check out my training centre, visit the Beames CST Training Centre: www.beamescst.com

Episode 7

What It’s Like Being An I-CST Practitioner

In this week’s episode, learn what it’s like to be an I-CST practitioner.

And if you want to take it further, be sure to check out my training at https://beamescst.corsizio.com

Episode 6

What If I Can’t Feel Anything

Today I’m answering the question from someone thinking of becoming a craniosacral therapist: What if I can’t feel anything? Let’s talk about the elusive craniosacral rhythm.

Episode 5

Treating During Covid

Let’s talk about what it’s been like treating during Covid- both the struggles and opportunities, as a human and as a business.

Episode 4

Side Preference

This episode is all about side preference- when a baby turns their head to one side more than the other, or only to one side.

Episode 3

Positioning In Utero

Most of us start off inside the womb, and each womb is different. Today we’re talking about positioning in utero and how it affects the baby.

Episode 2

Infant CST At A Glance

Hello! This week on the MyBaby podcast I’m giving a broad overview of craniosacral therapy, and how it affects and works with baby bodies specifically.

Episode 1

Going With My Gut

Hey there! Welcome to episode one! For the first week I’m going to tell you the story of how I got into infant craniosacral therapy. Maybe this will inspire you to come join me; maybe it will just remind you that it’s never too late to switch directions in life.

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