PREPARE FOR LABOUR AND BIRTH WITH SKILLS THAT REALLY WORK!
These sessions are for anyone involved in supporting a pregnant woman during labour and are aimed at giving women and their birth partners the best possible chance of having a positive and empowering birth experience. The session gives birth supporters practical and effective tools which not only increases their confidence in providing great support but which have also been shown to make a difference to how women cope with labour.
Come along and learn:
- Effective, pain reducing massage and acupressure techniques which have been shown to shorten labour, reduce the need for medical pain management, use of forceps and decrease the chance of caesarean section
- Yoga/Active Birth positions and movements to use during first and second stage of labour which will increase the space in the pelvis and encourage your baby to move down, reduce pain and shorten second stage
- The key factors which influence birth outcomes
- The importance of creating a “birthing space” conducive to a woman feeling safe and able to surrender to the birth process
- The physiological and psychological influence of birth hormones
- How to make an informed choice regarding possible medical procedures offered
- Key support techniques for those supporting birth, including use of birth balls and rebozos
- Encouraging self reliance – use of yoga techniques used in prenatal yoga classes – breath, movement and vocalisation
Sessions are limited to 10 couples and will be interactive and include a variety of hands on activities.
WORKSHOP DATES FOR 2012
February 19th 9.30 am – 1.00pm
April 15th 9.30am – 1.00 pm
June 24th 9.30 – 1.00 pm
August 26th 9.30 – 1.00 pm
November 18th 9.30 – 1.00 pm
Fees
$75 (includes up to 3 people, i.e. extra support people). Morning Tea provided
Full notes on massage techniques and other key areas are included as well as a copy of “Preparing for Birth – Fathers” by leading Childbirth Educator Andrea Robertson” – an excellent booklet on what to do when unexpected events occur during labour. “Preparing for Birth – Mothers” by the same author is available for sale ($15) at the workshop and is an excellent resource for evidence based information on the pros and cons of medical intervention, enabling couples to make a truly informed choice. Please let me know in advance if you require a copy of Preparing for Birth – Mothers.
Please bring mat, 2 pillows, Birth Ball (if you have one), strong non stretchy scarf or shawl
Enrollment
Please fill in the workshop enrolment form and email to julia@yogaforbirthandbeyond.com
Payment may be made in prenatal yoga classes or via internet banking: BSB: 012983 Account No. 596852035
Name: MA and JM Willoughby
