Yes, you need to take a childbirth class if you’re planning to have an epidural or if this is not your first birth.
Our group classes are small enabling you to receive personal attention.
4 – 5 hours long (depending on the amount of questions) $85 per couple
4 hour - Private Classes $175 per couple
Classes can be shortened to 2 hours by viewing a 2 hour DVD at home that covers breastfeeding, newborn care, postpartum care, and labor techniques. Our classes are taught by experienced educators who attend births on a regular basis. You will receive the information necessary to have an EASY LABOR!
Internship Program
This program is designed to give new Doulas and Massage Therapists the opportunity to receive hands on experience while having a mentor by their side. Let's just call it Pregnancy & Birth 101. You will learn the in's and out's of the whole pregnancy and birth experience; from pre-natal to postpartum. You will gain experience in office procedures, computer software, consultations, marketing, customer service, communication skills, with lots of hands on experience. You will be able to observe consultations, attend births and postpartum visits with Patti.
To qualify for the internship program you must be personable, enthusiastic, eager to learn and willing to dedicate three months to the program. The internship program is quarterly and only a few candidates will be selected. If once selected a candidate is unable to fulfill their obligation to the program another candidate will be selected. To receive an application and further information send an e-mail with your name, address, phone number, and e-mail address to:
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Classes
Approved for TX Massage CE Hours Patti Heimlich, LMT, CD(DONA), ICCE, MI CE Provider #CE0116 Massage Therapy Instructor # MI01848 Approved DONA Birth Doula Trainer
Pregnancy Massage
Course Information: Classes need to be taken in order Level I – IV. Each class is $125 and 6 hours in length. If you have attended a pregnancy massage class with us in the past, you may take the classes in any order. For previous students, you may review - Levels I, II, III @ $50 per class.
Pregnancy Massage – Level I
Anatomy & Physiology of Pregnancy
Discomforts During Pregnancy
Maternal Psychological Adjustment
Understanding Back Pain During Pregnancy
Locations of Back Pain During Pregnancy
Use of Pregnancy Support Belt
Pillow Positioning
Supplies
Textbook Included: Massage During Pregnancy by: Bette Waters, CNM
Pregnancy Massage – Level II
Pregnancy Massage
Benefits
Contraindications
High Risk Pregnancy
Positioning for Client & Therapist
Spa Treatments During Pregnancy
Aromatherapy During Pregnancy
Client History & Forms
Resources Client & Therapist
Research
Massage Demonstration
Pregnancy Massage – Level III
1st-3rd Trimester Recommendations
1st-3rd Trimester Techniques
Special Considerations
Pregnancy Massage During Bed Rest
Post Date Pregnancy
Breech or Transverse Presentation
Physician Referrals
Marketing
Hands-on with pregnant clients
Pregnancy Massage – Level IV
Posture & Body Mechanics During Pregnancy
Preventing Back Pain Through - Exercise & Stretching
Practical Participation in Stretching Technique
Textbook Included: Preventing and Managing Back Pain During
CRASH COURSE
INTENSIVE covering Levels I, II, III - 8 hours $175
Hands-On (same day as intensive) - 2 hours $75
Hands On:
Bring: massage table, two sets of sheets, 1 regular pillow, 1 body Pillow, 1 travel pillow, 2 sets of pillow cases for all pillows, 1 blanket, massage lotion (any hypoallergenic brand).
Labor Massage
Classes need to be taken in order of Levels I & II. Each class is $125 and 6 hours in length. If you have attended a labor massage class with us in the past, you may take the classes in any order. For previous students, you may review – Levels I, II @ $50 per class.
Bring: massage table, two sets of sheets, 1 regular pillow, 1 body pillow, 2 sets of pillow cases for all pillows, 2 towels, 1 blanket, massage lotion (any hypoallergenic brand)
Premature-Newborn-Infant Massage
Course Information: Classes need to be taken in order, each class is $125 and 6 hours in length. If you have attended an infant massage class with us in the past, you may take the classes in any order. Previous students may review @ $50 per class.
Hospital Dynamics, Etiquette and Interacting with Hospital Staff
Scope of Practice
Infection Control Practices
Common Conditions & Symptoms
Medical Devices, Procedures and Medications
Massage Session, Forms and Documentation
Textbook Included: Massage for the Hospital Patient and Medically Frail Client by: Gail McDonald
DONA Birth Doula Workshop
Patti Heimlich, LMT, CD(DONA), ICCE
Order your DONA International Birth Doula Certification packet before the workshop. www.dona.org
2 Days / 16.5 hours / $375 register at www.doula-training.com
DAY 1
9:00 AM 9:30 AM 11:30 PM 11:45 PM 12:45 PM 1:45 PM 3:15 PM 3:30 PM 6:30 PM
Registration - Introductions of Course & Participants Introduction to Labor Support Break (Refreshments provided) Emotional & Psychological Support in Labor Lunch (on your own) Emotional & Psychological Support in Labor Break Comfort Measures What is the Ideal Birth?
DAY 2
9:00 AM 10:30 AM 11:30 AM 11:45 AM 1:45 PM 2:45 PM 3:45 PM 4:45 PM 5:00 PM 6:30 PM
Introduction to DONA International, Ethics, and Scope of Practice Cesarean Birth & VBAC Break (Refreshments provided) Difficult Labors Lunch (on your own) Prenatal Contact Postpartum Contact Break (Refreshments provided) Newborn at Birth and Breastfeeding Wrap Up & Group Photos
Before Attending the DONA Birth Doula Workshop I recommend the following:
1.) Read – The Birth Partner, 3rd Edition by: Penny Simkin 2.) Take a 12 hour Childbirth Class by an approved instructor at a local hospital or take The DONA 8 hour Introduction to Childbirth class offered the day before the DONA Birth Doula Workshop. 3.) Order a DONA Birth Doula Certification Packet from DONA, International Go to www.dona.org to order packet and for further details on becoming certified.
DONA Introduction to Childbirth
DONA Approved: May be taken instead of a 12 hour childbirth education class
8 hours $75_each _(minimum of 4 participants for class to be held)
Infection Control Practices
Anatomy of Human Reproductive System
Physiology of Pregnancy, Birth, Postpartum, and Breastfeeding
Medical Technology – common procedures used during labor & birth – including risks and benefits
Medications & Epidurals
Cesarean & VBAC Birth
Normal Newborn Appearance
Basic Comfort Measures
Benefits of Breastfeeding
Hypnobabies Hypno Doula
$250
HYPNOBABIES HYPNO-DOULA
$250 8 Hour Training
· Introduction to Hypnobabies
· Benefits of Using Hypnosis for Childbirth
· How the Mind Works
· Misconceptions About Hypnosis for Childbirth
· Hypnobabies Bubble of Peace
· The Power of Words
· Words used by Hypnobabies
· Hypnobabies Hypno-Tools
· Lightswitch
· Special Safe Place
· Cue "Peace"
· Cue "Release"
· CD's Hypnobabies Moms Use
· Fear Clearing & Abreaction
· Birthing Rehearsal
· Birthing Time
· Doctors & Nurses
· How to Assist the Hypno-Family
· The Big Secret
· Scripts
Book/Manual: Hypno-Doula Workbook, Study Guide, and 3 CD's
Included: Included – all material to become a Certified Hypno-Doula
