WORKSHOPS

Workshops are a great way to refresh your memory, or learn about specific topics. The workshops are arranged around your schedule, and they are all done privately. All workshops are offer at the Birth Connections Studio in Milton. All workshops are $65.

Labour Refresher

This is a great workshops for those who already have kids but need a bit of a reminder, or if you have already taken a prenatal course, but you want a bit more detail about Labour & Delivery. Maybe you would like to have a better birth this time around!!!

Materials Covered:

Reasons to have a birth plan and how to create one
How to recognize true vs. false labour
How to record contractions
Natural methods of Induction
Comfort measures, breathing, massage techniques and position for labour
The stages of labour and what to expect
How the support person can help .

Breastfeeding Workshop

This is a workshops if you would like a bit more detailed information about breastfeeding in general. This can be taken before the birth or once baby has been born.

Materials Covered:

Reasons to breastfeed
The anatomy and physiology of breastfeeding
Positioning and latching
Signs that baby is getting enough milk
Proper nutrition for mom
Issues that can arrise when breastfeeding
Pumping and storing breastmilk

Postpartum Workshop

This is a workshops to help prepare for once the baby is born and brought home.

Materials Covered:

What happens once you give birth and what to expect.
Newborn and New Mom care
Postpartum Depression
Bathing Baby
Diapering and swaddling
How to cope during the postpartum period
How a postpartum Doula can help

Natural Labour Workshop

This is a workshop designed to help couples who are interested in having a natural childbirth. Together with your support person, you will learn different techniques for relieving stress, new positions and relaxation techniques that you can practice at home. We will also discuss the reasons behind discomfort and pain, how to cope with it and deal with any issues that may arrise.

*Please bring your own yoga mat & pillows with you as we will be on the floor for part of this workshop.