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Sunday, April 13, 2008 from 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM (CT)
Austin, TX
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Advanced Training in Physical Support Measures for Labor
Enhance your skills for supporting women during labor.
Topics to be covered:
· Physiologic demonstration of how and why comfort measures work for labor
· Positions to assist in coping during labor
· Positions that enhance labor rather than restrict
· Rebozo techniques
· Hands-on practice
3 DONA Alternative CEUs are available for this workshop.
This workshop is to promote our birth community and build connections and therefore, will be offered at a significant discount. It is intended for nurses, doulas, student/apprentice midwives, labor assistants of all walks and professional affiliations. All experience levels are welcome!
Discounts are available for registered members of the Central Texas Birth Network and Volunteers In the GALS (Giving Austin Labor Support) volunteer birth companion program being developed by Brigid Dodson.
About the Instructor:
Jessica Atkins is a certified birth doula and trainer (DONA), a certified childbirth educator (ICCE), and lactation educator with home and hospital experience. She holds an AA in Early Childhood Development, a BA in Family Studies, and continues her studies in graduate school. Jessica has published many articles and presented at many conferences and workshops, has won several awards including DONA's prestigious Annie Kennedy award in 2006. She continues her passion for supporting families since 1989 through the childbearing years and beyond. Jessica is available for workshops and conferences by contacting her directly.
Learn more about Jessica's services at: www.familybearing.com
The Central Texas Birth Network’s mission is to provide our community with resources to encourage positive pregnancy, childbirth and postpartum experiences through education, empowerment, and advocacy. Our website features a provider directory and educational opportunities for both expectant mothers and new families. CTBN also provides training opportunities to practitioners who serve expectant moms to enhance their skills and ability to support women during the childbearing year. Visit CTBN's website at www.centexbirthnetwork.org.
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