Meet Charmaine

Charmaine’s love for motherhood is the heart of her work, guiding new and expecting moms through the journey of pregnancy, postpartum, and early parenthood.

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Charmaine Benjamin is a licensed massage therapist, certified childbirth educator, and certified birth doula with a heart for nurturing women through every stage of their reproductive journey. With a background rooted in holistic care and hands-on experience as a mother herself, Charmaine specializes in supporting women through pregnancy, birth, postpartum recovery, and beyond.


Her massage therapy practice focuses on clinical and prenatal bodywork, offering relief from physical discomfort while promoting emotional well-being. As a doula, Charmaine provides compassionate, non-judgmental support —empowering families with evidence-based information, physical comfort techniques, and emotional guidance throughout labor and delivery.

Driven by her deep respect for the strength and wisdom of women’s bodies, Charmaine blends skill with intuition to create a safe, grounded space for healing, connection, and transformation.


When Charmaine isn't working, you can find her prioritizing her self-care by getting stronger at the gym, keeping up with her monthly bodywork sessions, and cooking for her family. Charmaine has had personal experience with both a cesarean birth and unmedicated vaginal birth and has supported dozens of families achieve their desired birthing preferences through her work as a Doula and Birth Coach.

The Mama Me Time Method: Prenatal/Postpartum Bodywork

(For Licensed Massage Therapists)

Next Class: 17-18, 2026


Embrace the journey of supporting mothers and their babies with your specialized skills in prenatal and postpartum massage therapy. By developing confidence and expertise in this field, you'll not only enhance your hands-on techniques but also expand your understanding of the unique needs of pregnant and postpartum clients.


Here’s how you can set yourself apart:


1. Tailored Techniques: Learn to adapt your massage techniques to address common discomforts and promote relaxation, enhancing the well-being of both mother and baby.

2. Holistic Approach: Incorporate elements of emotional and mental well-being into your practice. Understanding the emotional journey of motherhood can deepen your connection with clients.

3. Build Relationships: Create a welcoming environment where clients feel comfortable and supported. Strong relationships lead to repeat clients and referrals.

4. Marketing Your Specialty: Highlight your expertise in prenatal and postpartum massage through social media, workshops, and community events. Share informative content that resonates with expectant and new mothers.

5. Client Education: Provide resources and information on the benefits of massage during pregnancy and postpartum. Empower your clients with knowledge about their bodies.

6. Networking: Connect with other professionals in maternal health to create a referral network.



By focusing on these areas, you will not only cultivate a rewarding career but also build a lasting clientele that trusts you for their massage therapy needs throughout their motherhood journey.



Welcome to the renowned 16-hour Continuing Education course created and taught by Charmaine Benjamin of Mama Me Time®.

RESERVE YOUR SEAT

Advanced Labor Support Techniques for Birth Doulas Enhance Your

Hands-On Skills with Therapeutic Touch

Next Class: August 31, 2025


Take your doula practice to the next level with this hands-on labor support class designed specifically for birth doulas and taught by a licensed massage therapist with expertise in perinatal care. This immersive workshop blends foundational massage principles with evidence-based comfort measures to help you better support birthing people through all stages of labor.


In this class, you will learn:

• Safe and effective touch techniques for each phase of labor

• How to relieve common areas of tension and discomfort

• The art of intuitive, non-invasive bodywork to foster relaxation and progress

• Partner-inclusive touch strategies to promote confidence and connection

• Positioning and counterpressure methods for optimal fetal positioning and pain relief


Whether you’re newly certified or a seasoned doula, this class will give you practical, hands-on tools you can immediately apply at your next birth. All techniques are taught within the doula’s scope of practice and designed to complement the care provided by clinical professionals.


Who Should Attend: Birth doulas (new and experienced), student doulas, perinatal professionals interested in labor support skills

Taught by: Charmaine Benjamin, Licensed Massage Therapist and Certified Perinatal Bodyworker

Format: In-person, experiential learning with plenty of guided practice

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Mentorship plans are exclusively available upon completing either class.

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