Learning The Method
MNRI® Introduction to Intronauts and Infant Reflexes Integration
Overview
MNRI® INTRODUCTION TO INTRONAUT AND INFANT REFLEXES INTEGRATION
MNRI® Introduction to Intronaut and Infant Reflexes Integration is a 24 hour course offering information on specific neurosensorimotor exercises for the mother and intronaut during pregnancy and birth, and neurosensorimotor exercises for the infant during the first 10 days of the infant’s life and during the first year of life. This course will offer specific information important to the health and well-being of the mother and child based of the concept of reflex integration. Each exercise will be completely explained, demonstrated and practiced during the course content.
Learning Objectives
- Investigate the progression of reflex patterns from intrauterine development through birth, the neonatal period, infancy, and the first year of life.
- Relate the MNRI concept of the intronaut (developing fetus) and its role in early reflex pattern development and preparation for birth.
- Analyze the impact of prenatal and birth-related stress or trauma on reflex development, including the protective role of reflexes and their influence on regulation and development.
- Differentiate the role of foundational movements and reflex patterns in supporting brain development and overall sensory-motor, cognitive, and emotional function.
- Analyze how MNRI and sensory-motor strategies may support optimal neurosensorimotor development during pregnancy and the first year of life.
- Relate how neurosensorimotor reflex integration and foundational movements serve as a preventive and supportive approach for both mother and infant impacted by stress during pregnancy, birth, or early development.
- Apply principles for creating individualized MNRI® programs for mothers and infants with varied developmental, regulatory, or birth-related challenges.
- Analyze developmental milestones across the first year of life, including motor, language, social-emotional, sensory-motor, and reflex maturation components.
- Differentiate indicators of immature or dysfunctional reflex patterns in newborns and infants.
- Apply MNRI principles within professional scope or practice to support early neurodevelopment, early intervention, and prevention using Therapeutic Home Exercise Programs to promote optimal developmental outcomes and occupational performance.
Course Agenda
| Hour 1 | Masgutova Method and scientific origins |
| Hour 2 | Primary reflexes |
| Hour 3 | Primary reflex patterns beginning in utero |
| Hour 4 | Impact of trauma on primary motor reflex patterns |
| Hour 5 | Archetype movements support for brain development |
| Hour 6 | Archetype movements as a preventative tool |
| Hour 7 | Support for the infant’s brain |
| Hour 8 | Neurosensorimotor Reflex Integration as a preventative tool |
| Hour 9 | Creation of MNRI Program for infants with challenges |
| Hour 10 | Reflexes for birth |
| Hour 11 | Techniques for intronauts and newborns |
| Hour 12 | Motor, language and social/emotional development |
| Hour 13 | Additional developmental milestones and reflex maturation |
| Hour 14 | Growth and development of intronaut |
| Hour 15 | Modified reflex patterns |
| Hour 16 | Exercises for the birth process and delivery |
| Hour 17 | Review previous days techniques |
| Hours 18-20 | Techniques for newborns during the first 10 days of life |
| Hours 21-23 | Techniques to improve growth and development for infants |
| Hour 24 | Review and develop strategies to use in daily and home practice |
Target Audience
Speech Language Pathologists, Speech Language Pathologist Assistants, Occupational Therapists, Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants, Nurses, Physical Therapists, Physical Therapist Assistants, Educators, Psychologists, Physicians, Massage Therapists, Mental Health Counselors, Other Health Care Providers, Parents.
Criteria for Certificate of Completion
• Full attendance to the entire course
• Participation in practice with instructor feedback
• Post course evaluation
CEU Information
Educational Institute LLC
2.4 ASHA CEUs
