“The Best Start for your Birth” Package: $39 SALE: $29
Are you an expectant mom wondering where to begin with your birth preparations? I have designed this package especially for you. It contains my 3 part audio series (via instant download) “Best Start for Birth: Answers to 12 common pregnancy/birth questions” including: Are there different types of maternity care? How will I know I am in labor? How can I deal with the pain? and How can I be successful with breastfeeding? Running time approximately 2 hours.
It also contains a copy of “Pregnancy, Childbirth, and the Newborn” by Penny Simkin et al (via US mail – shipping included). This is a brand new edition of my favorite pregnancy book. It is a comprehensive 497 page resource that references current research and helps to guide you through the many choices you will face through your pregnancy, birth experience, and beyond.
These resources are just what you need to begin your journey toward a successful birth experience that is uniquely yours!
Available for gift purchase as well.
*Outside of US*
Pregnancy Teleseminar Downloadable Recordings $4.95 each
These previously recorded classes run 45-60 minutes and are packed with information to assist moms, dads, and doulas with birth preparation.
Natural Childbirth: Pain Optional?
Did you know that some childbirth preparation methods teach that birth doesn’t have to be a painful experience? Some women report pain-free and low-pain births. It may be a matter of semantics, but it is clear that some women are much better at coping with labor than others. Whether or not you can buy into the idea of a pain-free birth, there are specific strategies and techniques you can use to help manage your discomfort during your birth experience.
You will learn: 1. About the physiological processes that go on during labor, 2. How preparing your mind prior to birth can be a powerful tool during labor, 3. Ideas for comfort measures and reducing stress in your birth space
Epidural Anesthesia: Making an informed choice
The Epidural is the most common form of pain relief used by women in labor today. We all know women who have gotten them . . . many love them, some hate them, but how can you decide whether this option is right for you?
This class discusses: 1. How an epidural works and what it can do for you, 2. Benefits and risks of the epidural, 3. Ideas for minimizing potential epidural complications
Breastfeeding can be a wonderful experience for both mother and baby, but it can also have its challenges. Prepare yourself to avoid common pitfalls and set yourself up for success. This class features a special guest: Carole Pulaski, former L&D Nurse (15 years experience) and Certified Lactation Consultant.
You will learn: 1. Tips for establishing successful breastfeeding during your baby’s first hours and days, 2. Answers to common breastfeeding questions, 3. Resources for breastfeeding help and support
Chiropractic care for pregnancy
Pregnancy can present some unique physical challenges for our bodies and many women have found great relief from pregnancy discomforts through chiropractic care. Have you ever wondered what Chiropractic was all about? Join this call with our special guest: Dr. Ashley Thompson from Drake Chiropractic (Wichita, KS) who specializes in care for pregnant women.
You will learn: 1. Specific techniques that can be used to benefit mothers with challenges from back pain to breech babies, 2. How your physical health/posture/alignment can actually impact your labor and birth experience, 3. How Chiropractic care can benefit infants and children, 4. What to look for in order to choose a qualified chiropractor.
