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The Power of Nurturing Touch

  • Association of Infant Mental Health in Tennessee 446 Metroplex Drive Nashville, TN, 37211 United States (map)

Title: The Power of Nurturing Touch

Date: May 7th, 2024

Time: 10:00am - 12:30pm CST/ 11:00am- 1:30pm EST

Location: The Biz Foundry

114 N Cedar Ave. Cookeville, TN 38501

Description:

Through education, labor support, and beyond, Doulas and birth workers have a significant and meaningful lifetime influence on families. The Association of Infant Mental Health in Tennessee invites Doulas and birth workers across Tennessee to join us as we discuss the impact of early touch and infant massage on parental bonding and attachment.

This event is in-person only.

Drinks, Snacks, and door prizes will be provided!

Parking is free directly past the building on the left and on the streets. The parking lot before the building on the left is paid parking. Please take note and park in the free areas.

Presenter(s):

Laura Thorn, IMH-E

Kristin Williams, BS, IECMH-E

Denise McDrummond, M.Ed, IMH-E, Certified Educator of Infant Massage

Denise McDrummond is the Endorsement Coordinator for the Association of Infant Mental Health in Tennessee. She holds both a Bachelor and Master of Education and is Endorsed in Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health as well as a Certified Educator of Infant Massage. Denise provides Reflective Supervision and training opportunities through the Tennessee Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health Consultants Collective. For her part, Denise also spends time with parents locally in Tennessee helping to build nurturing communities through Infant Massage. With 20+ years in the field, her passion remains ensuring that all children and families have the support and resources they need to reach their full potential.

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