WE ARE UPDATING OUR WORKSHOP DATES FOR FALL/WINTER 2022-2023. PLEASE CHECK BACK SOON.
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There is so much to learn in the world of birth. And as fascinating as it all is, it can feel like a lot!
Mini workshops take the overwhelm out of childbirth education and give you what you need to know in bite-sized, one-topic, deep-dive classes.
The workshops are offered live-virtually or by accessing our video library so you can have your specific questions answered. They are taught by our unique team of childbirth educators.
Choose from an à la carte menu of learning. Take one workshop or take them all!
- Each workshop is 60-90 minutes long with time for Q&A afterward
- Includes worksheets, checklists, and other handouts
- Includes time-limited access to the mini-workshop recording
The Mini Workshops for 2022/2023 are listed below. Click descriptions to find out more, to book, or to access the video version.
How Dads & Partners Can Help in Birth
You’re in this together! And as a birth partner, you want to be a help. This workshop is a must for involved dads and birth partners who want to participate during childbirth and who want to learn how to best help. Be confident in your role as a strong advocate and powerful support.
Date – TBA 2022 | 8pm EST
Birth & Your Pelvic Floor
Your pelvic floor is integral to your baby’s movements, your labour progress, your perinatal bowel and bladder function, and your postpartum sexual health. Learn how to prepare your pelvic floor for birth, optimize function, and prevent injury! This is must know info that you won’t hear in most birth prep classes!
Date – TBA 2022 | 8pm EST
Push Prep 101
True or false: when it comes to pushing your baby out, you must push with all your might. If you don’t know the answer to this question, you really need to attend this workshop. You’ll learn the art and science of effective pushing that will keep your body happy and healthy for postpartum and beyond.
Date – TBA 2022 | 8pm EST
If You Plan to Breastfeed...
Many new mamas are surprised by the learning curve that is breastfeeding. If you hope to breastfeed your baby, this mini-workshop will share what you need to know as you venture into the world of breastfeeding . It will mention several other infant feeding options to keep in mind as well.
Thursday | Feb 24th | 8pm EST and Thursday | Mar 31st | 8pm EST
Postpartum Series 1 - Caring for a Newborn
When is the last time you were around a baby, let alone had to keep one alive? Maybe never? It’s understandable if you’re feeling a little nervous about taking care of your new little one. This workshop will reveal the secret life of babies and help you feel more comfortable and confident handling and helping your newborn during those early weeks.
Thursday | Mar 24th | 8pm EST
Postpartum Series 2 -Rocking Your Fourth Trimester
Most first time parents spend so much time preparing for birth that they forget there’s a life after labour! Get set up with what you’ll need to survive (and also thrive) during your postpartum, including a detailed walk through of must have postpartum products. Please do not miss this!
Date – TBA 2022 | 8pm EST
Postpartum Series 3 -Confident Parenting
If you’re facing a crisis of confidence, know that you’re not alone. Parenting is a wild world where resilience, self-compassion, support and wisdom is needed. This workshop will help newborn parents as they grow in self discovery. You’ve got this!
Date – TBA 2022 | 8pm EST
Postpartum Series 4 -Relationships Post Baby
As you venture into the world of parenting, your relationships will need to be stronger than ever. But often a new baby can bring out the drama-rama with extended family. Or your intimate relationship can be affected. Your relationship with yourself will also change! Learn how to navigate all these challenges, set healthy boundaries, and cultivate a rock solid relationship with others and with self.
Date – TBA 2022 | 8pm EST
What You Must Know About Pain
What if everything you thought you knew about pain was wrong? Join in to learn exactly what pain is – and isn’t – and how to apply truths from the fascinating world of pain neuroscience to revolutionize your labour and birth experience. Who knows, maybe your birth will be pain free?!
Date – TBA 2022 | 8pm EST
Mindset & Heartset for Birth
Fact: the way you think about your body can literally change your body’s physiological processes. Learn how to harness the power of your mind and brain to prime your body for a more positive birth experience. It is all about your mindset.
Date – TBA 2022 | 8pm EST
Embodied Birthing
In this experiential workshop, you will use somatic movement, sensing, manual touch, and imagery to eliminate stored tension, optimize your nervous system, and prepare your body for a better birth. These skills are are massively important for learning to tune into what your body needs during birth!
Date – TBA 2022 | 8pm EST
Acupressure for Labour
A licensed acupuncturist (who also practiced as a labour and delivery nurse) will be sharing about an incredible tool that you can use during labour and delivery: acupressure! Learn what the key points are, how they help, and when to use them during labour.
Date – TBA 2022 | 8pm EST
Active Birth Skills 1 - Manual Methods
This is an incredibly helpful workshop for both you and your birth partner to attend. You’ll learn hands on techniques that you can use during early and active labour. Use your manual skills to decrease pain, decrease tension, provide support, balance the pelvis and open the pelvis where and when needed. Highly effective!
Date – TBA 2022 | 8pm EST
Active Birth Skills 2 - Movement Magic
Your pelvis is dynamic and designed to move! Birth is a dance between you and your baby – and she is actively involved in the process. Learn a movement method that will help progress labour, decrease pain, free the pelvis, and facilitate baby’s descent. Play with balls, bands, and other birth props that keep you mobile.
Date – TBA 2022 | 8pm EST
Active Birth Skills 3 - Power Positions
This mini workshop will help you get comfortable practicing various labor and birth positions. (This also applies to moms who have an epidural.) You’ll learn ways to birth using gravity to your advantage, the difference between a fixed vs free pelvis, how your position can re-orient your baby, how to tune into what your body is asking, and how position can empower pushing. Not to be missed!
Date – TBA 2022 | 8pm EST
Active Birth Skills 4 - Breathing & Birth
Breathing is living. You’ll leave this mini-workshop understanding how to best oxygenate your baby and your working muscles and organs. You’ll learn several breathing strategies for different stages of labour, and understand how focusing on your breath can help ground and focus you, as well as significantly lessen pain during labour.
Date – TBA 2022 | 8pm EST
Birthing At The Hospital
A labour and delivery nurse will walk you through what a typical hospital birth looks like. This walk through can go a long way in mental preparation for a hospital birth. Discuss the risks and benefits of hospital birth. You’ll also consider ways to adapt a hospital room into a less clinical birth environment where you can let go and let birth happen unhindered.
Date – TBA 2022 | 8pm EST
Birthing in Your Home
If you’re considering a home birth, this mini-workshop will explain everything you need to know from strong evidence supporting home birth, to how to set up various spaces, to supplies required, logistics, pros and cons, as well as and other factors you may not have considered.
Date – TBA 2022 | 8pm EST
Birthing and Labouring in Water
Water immersion not only feels incredible during labour, but it is a proven modality to change your birthing body for the better. Learn how to use water to your advantage during labour and know what to expect if you choose to birth in the water.
Date – TBA 2022 | 8pm EST
Herbals & More for Birth
Do you want to apply the awesome power of plants and herbs to your birth and postpartum experience? Get get ready to be wowed by what simple herbals, homeopathic remedies, and essential oils can do for you during your birth and beyond. All supported by current scientific evidence and centuries of traditional birth wisdom.
Date – TBA | 8pm EST
Crafting and Using A Birth Map
What do you need to go from point A (being pregnant) to point B (having the baby)? A MAP! A birth map (vs. a birth plan) is a flexible tool that helps you think through various elements of birth, anticipate challenges, and know how you’ll navigate if you hit road blocks.
Date – TBA 2022 | 8pm EST
Inductions, Interventions, Epidurals, Etc.
Everything you want to know – and then some – about medical options available to you during labour and delivery. This mini workshop will give you the facts you need to make informed decisions – whether you choose or require medical interventions during birth.
Date – TBA 2022 | 8pm EST
Caesarean Birth - Un/Planned
Caesarean births account for about 1/3 of births in North America. Whether you plan a belly birth or not, this mini workshop will fill you in on all the things you must know going in, discusses how to have a gentle Caesarean, and what you need to recover well (both physically and emotionally) from this major abdominal surgery.
Date – TBA 2022 | 8pm EST
Getting Ready to VBAC
You’ve decided to go for a vaginal birth after having a Caesarean. That’s awesome! This mini workshop will help prepare your body for the experience of vaginal birth, prepare for vaginal recovery, and most importantly, prepare your mind to believe that you are capable of doing this.
Date – TBA 2022 | 8pm EST
Real Talk Series -Birthing While Black
The fact that a mini workshop is needed on this topic speaks volumes. During this mini workshop, you will learn some of the reasons discrepancies exist in the birth world. But more importantly, you’ll be introduced to some very practical suggestions that will help you better navigate the experience of birthing while black. Be bold. Be brave.
Date – TBA 2022 | 8pm EST
Real Talk Series -Childbirth After Experiencing Trauma
We bring all kinds of trauma to birth – and it impacts us during birth and beyond. If you’ve experienced trauma in your past (whether that is childhood trauma, previous birth trauma or some other kind) please join our psychotherapist (who is a trauma specialist and experienced doula) to learn some initial ways to begin to unpack the impact of trauma and birth with hope.
Date – TBA 2022 | 8pm EST
Real Talk Series -Maternal Mental Health
Pre and postnatal mental health is something modern day mamas are really struggling with – and during the time of covid this is more true than ever. If you are facing pre/postnatal anxiety or depression, or have other diagnosed or suspected mental health conditions, know that you’re not alone. This workshop will share some ideas about where to go from here and how to care for yourself in the process.
Date – TBA 2022 | 8pm EST
Real Talk Series - Self Advocacy & Finding Your Voice
One of the most powerful tools you have for birth is your voice. Learn to use it to express your needs and desires, get clarification, ask questions, and communicate effectively with your care team. In this workshop you’ll have the opportunity to practice using your voice to speak up and be heard. Birth is far too important to stay silent. Your voice is your power.
Date – TBA 2022 | 8pm EST