Labor Support Course for Birth Doulas

Description

The Labor Support Course is a 4-day course. The curriculum includes:

* anatomy and physiology of pregnancy, fetal development, labor, postpartum, and breastfeeding
* components of prenatal care and the midwifery model of care
* emotions of pregnancy
* pain management techniques
* medical procedures used in labor
* labor variations and complications, including Cesarean birth
* communication and listening skills
* the emotional and psychological aspects of giving birth and its significance in women’s lives
* the doula’s role, professional ethics, standards of practice, and certification
* emotional support and physical comfort measures
* support for difficult labors, Cesarean birth, and vaginal birth after Cesarean
* newborn care and breastfeeding support
* values clarification and cultural sensitivity

Schedule

This class was last taught August 06, 2008 to August 09, 2008

• Wed 8:00a.m.-5:30p.m.
• Thu 8:00a.m.-5:30p.m.
• Fri 8:00a.m.-5:30p.m.
• Sat 8:30a.m.-5:30p.m.

Pricing Details

$579 ($525 until Jun 30) (price includes two of the required course texts)

This class offers a discount or promotion

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