Ways Education Academy
Beyond Bonding: The Biological Blueprint for Health
For years, we’ve known that nurturing touch makes babies feel loved. But the latest research from Sue Gerhardt (1,001 Days, 2025) reveals something even more profound: the touch a child receives in their first 1,000 days acts as a biological 'thermostat' for their lifelong physical health.
When we practice nurturing touch, we aren't just soothing a cry; we are helping to program the child’s immune system, metabolic health, and stress response. Gerhardt’s research shows that early positive physical experiences can actually protect against adult-onset conditions like heart disease and diabetes. At Ways Education Academy, we provide you with the tools to build a foundation of wellness that lasts a lifetime
Nurturing Touch Programs From Pregnancy, Newborn to Seniors
We offer holistic nurturing touch programs tailored for all ages, fostering growth, building connection, healing and well-being.
A Decade of Empowering Families
For 10 years, Ways Education Academy has specialized in the most critical window of human development: the first 1,000 days. We train healthcare professionals to become catalysts for change, helping families navigate the twists and turns of early parenthood with resilience, confidence, and love.
Our Services
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Classes
Our parenting classes offer a comprehensive support system designed to nurture both mother and baby from pregnancy through the early years. By combining expert-led services like prenatal yoga, postnatal massage, and lactation consulting with our signature IAIM-certified baby massage courses, we provide families with the evidence-based tools and hands-on care needed to foster deep emotional bonds and physical well-being.
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Training
We designed to equip educators and healthcare practitioners with world-class skills in nurturing touch and holistic well-being. From the globally recognized IAIM Infant Massage certification to the creative "Kind Hands" program for older children and the "Impact" relaxation series for adults, these courses provide evidence-based techniques to foster emotional connection and resilience across all stages of life.
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Services
From expert-led doula and midwife home visits to prenatal yoga and restorative postnatal nurturing massages, our services prioritize both physical recovery and emotional well-being. By offering personalized lactation consulting and professional nanny training, we ensure that families have access to the expert care and practical tools necessary to navigate the transitions of early parenthood with confidence and ease.
Why Nurturing Touch Matters
Touch is the first language we speak. It is the foundation of brain development, emotional security, and physical growth. Our evidence-based approach helps you master the art of infant massage and intentional connection, turning daily routines into lifelong bonds.
Our Three Pillars of Support
Professional Certification: Join a global network of specialists. Gain the credentials to teach infant massage and facilitate deep emotional healing within families.
The "Nurture" Roadmap: Navigate pregnancy and childbirth with clarity. Our guide minimizes the "noise" and stress of new parenthood, giving you the evidence-based tools to make informed, confident choices.
Holistic Wellbeing: A healthy home starts with you. We integrate self-care and couple-care into our practice, ensuring that the foundation of the family stays as strong as the bond with the baby.