Affirmations: a simple birth tool

affirmations

Affirmations are words or phrases that are positive, validating, and empowering. Used through pregnancy they can prepare women to cope with labor. As well they are useful with managing all forms of stress. ($2.95, buy printable Birth Affirmation cards) Even if an affirmation is used only during the birth experience for the first time, the right … Read moreAffirmations: a simple birth tool

Free Childbirth Educator Online Training Study Modules

study modules

Anyone seeking to become a childbirth educator can start now using the free Childbirth Professionals International study modules. Take childbirth educator workshop to gain practical skills to teach fun inspiring birthing classes. Meet our expert trainers and gain their personal insights to build an amazing career. Optional complete certification program. Instructions – before you start … Read moreFree Childbirth Educator Online Training Study Modules

Childbirth Education Teaching Ideas

childbirth class

Whether you are a new or an experienced childbirth educator we all need strategies to effectively teach and reach the childbearing families we serve. When I first began teaching years ago I stumbled upon these materials by Janelle Durham and they were a big help to me in developing my class formats, especially an all … Read moreChildbirth Education Teaching Ideas

Free Childbirth Education Materials

childbirth materials

We want to let you know about companies that provide free movies, handouts, and teaching tools for childbirth educators, doulas, midwives, lactation consultants, and other professionals.  Join our email list to receive notice of new resources. Childbirth Professionals – Handouts we really love and use for our classes Nine Months that Made You – Free birth … Read moreFree Childbirth Education Materials

Free Childbirth Education Booklets

cesarean booklet

Childbirth Connection has revised their long standing booklet, What Every Pregnant Woman Needs to Know About Cesarean Section. The booklet answers important questions and concerns about cesarean birth. It helps pregnant women to reflect on the benefits and risks of surgical birth. It also guides them on how to discuss this topic with their care … Read moreFree Childbirth Education Booklets