WHEN: Wednesday, December 15th, 6:30pm-8pm
WHERE: Whole Foods cafe, First and Main Shopping Center, on Powers between North Carefree and South Carefree, 3180 New Center Point, Colorado Springs, CO 80922
WHAT: This month Dr. Jon Streit of Align For Life Chiropractic will be talking about "Immunity: (Natural or Engineered) The Science of the Flu Vaccine and the Human Response." BirthNetwork is a non-profit organization that meets monthly to offer support and information for a safe and satisfying pregnancy and childbirth. Meetings are free, families welcome! For more, info contact coloradospringsbn@yahoo.com or visit http://www.birthnetwork.org/colorado.htm
SAVE THE DATE: Our 6th annual Healthy Pregnancy Fair will be held on Saturday, March 5th 11:00-2:00 at the Baby Depot in the Burlington Coat Factory Citadel Mall. You don't want to miss this exciting event!
Saturday, December 11, 2010
Monday, November 15, 2010
BirthNetwork monthly meeting - Facing Postpartum
WHEN: Wednesday, November 17th, 6:30pm-8pm
WHERE: Whole Foods cafe, First and Main Shopping Center, on Powers between North Carefree and South Carefree, 3180 New Center Point, Colorado Springs, CO 80922
WHAT: This month Erica Palmer, M.A. will be discussing "Making the Most of Motherhood: Facing Postpartum Head-On." BirthNetwork is a non-profit organization that meets monthly to offer support and information for a safe and satisfying pregnancy and childbirth. Meetings are free, families welcome! For more, info contact coloradospringsbn@yahoo.com or visit http://www.birthnetwork.org/colorado.htm
Wednesday, November 3, 2010
Meet The Doulas presents "The Five Critical Factors for a Natural Birth"
The Pikes Peak Regional Doula Association (PPRDA) is offering FREE informational sessions for pregnant families. Come see us at our Meet-The-Doula forums on the second Sunday of every odd-numbered month 7pm-8pm at The Dwelling Place, 508 North Tejon Street, in between St. Vrain and Willamette.
This month, on Sunday, November 14th, come hear our Doula Of The Month, Keith Roberts, speak about the five critical factors for a natural birth. Light refreshments will be provided, please join us! Come find out how a doula can enhance your birth and postpartum experience. If you are thinking about having a safe and satisfying birth, you cannot miss this informative event! www.pprda.com
Thursday, October 28, 2010
Wednesday, October 27, 2010
Holiday childbirth classes are starting!
The next group class series starts on Thursday, November 4th, 6:30pm-9pm, at Colorado Springs OB/GYN (the offices of Dr. John Baer and Sharon Ruyak, CNM) on the corner of Dublin and Rangewood.
I teach childbirth education classes that pull from many great resources such as Dr. Robert Bradley, the Lamaze Institute for Normal Birth, author Sheila Kitzinger and midwife Ina May Gaskin. We focus on breathing techniques and many different comfort techniques that I have learned from my experience attending births as a doula and a midwife assistant, both in the hospital setting and the home setting.
Classes are $250 (per couple) for an 8 week course and includes multi-dimensional instruction, a ten chapter student notebook, a postpartum breastfeeding visit, and unlimited phone / email support.
If you have given birth before, please feel free to pick and choose the classes you would like to be "refreshed" on, only $30 per class! Also ask about the discounts that are available for my current doula clients, active military and low income families.
Class One: Getting to Know You (NOV 4th)
· Introductions & registration
· Ten myths
· Your choices for providers
· Prenatal exercises & relaxation techniques
Class Two: Nutrition & Anatomy (NOV 11th)
· Nutrition with the Brewer diet
· Things to avoid
· Fetal development & prenatal testing
· Changes in the pregnant body
· Prematurity prevention
· Breathing & massage techniques
Class Three: First Stage Labor (NOV 18th)
· The 3 stages of labor overview
· Internal exams
· Timing contractions
· Labor coping techniques & positions
· Inductions
Class Four: Second & Third Stage Labor (DEC 2nd)
· Positions for pushing
· Breathing for pushing
· Perineal care
· Immediate postpartum
Class Five: Writing a Birth Plan (DEC 9th)
· How to organize for hospital or home delivery
· Baby movement & kick count exercise
· The role of your partner
· Interventions
· Informed consent & Bill of Rights
Class Six: Unexpected Events (DEC 16th)
· Cesarean birth
· Emergencies & complications
· Labor scenarios/stations
· Visual relaxation exercise
Class Seven: Newborn Care (DEC 23rd)
· Jaundice
· Immediate newborn procedures
· How to calm baby
· How to diaper & swaddle your baby
Class Eight: Postpartum & Breastfeeding (DEC 30th)
· What to expect immediately after birth
· Breast feeding discussion
· Care for mom & baby
· Postpartum depression
For more information, please contact:
Candace McCollett, CBE, CLD
Owner, The Westside Birth Connection
www.westsidebirthconnection.com
719-213-3740
I teach childbirth education classes that pull from many great resources such as Dr. Robert Bradley, the Lamaze Institute for Normal Birth, author Sheila Kitzinger and midwife Ina May Gaskin. We focus on breathing techniques and many different comfort techniques that I have learned from my experience attending births as a doula and a midwife assistant, both in the hospital setting and the home setting.
Classes are $250 (per couple) for an 8 week course and includes multi-dimensional instruction, a ten chapter student notebook, a postpartum breastfeeding visit, and unlimited phone / email support.
If you have given birth before, please feel free to pick and choose the classes you would like to be "refreshed" on, only $30 per class! Also ask about the discounts that are available for my current doula clients, active military and low income families.
Class One: Getting to Know You (NOV 4th)
· Introductions & registration
· Ten myths
· Your choices for providers
· Prenatal exercises & relaxation techniques
Class Two: Nutrition & Anatomy (NOV 11th)
· Nutrition with the Brewer diet
· Things to avoid
· Fetal development & prenatal testing
· Changes in the pregnant body
· Prematurity prevention
· Breathing & massage techniques
Class Three: First Stage Labor (NOV 18th)
· The 3 stages of labor overview
· Internal exams
· Timing contractions
· Labor coping techniques & positions
· Inductions
Class Four: Second & Third Stage Labor (DEC 2nd)
· Positions for pushing
· Breathing for pushing
· Perineal care
· Immediate postpartum
Class Five: Writing a Birth Plan (DEC 9th)
· How to organize for hospital or home delivery
· Baby movement & kick count exercise
· The role of your partner
· Interventions
· Informed consent & Bill of Rights
Class Six: Unexpected Events (DEC 16th)
· Cesarean birth
· Emergencies & complications
· Labor scenarios/stations
· Visual relaxation exercise
Class Seven: Newborn Care (DEC 23rd)
· Jaundice
· Immediate newborn procedures
· How to calm baby
· How to diaper & swaddle your baby
Class Eight: Postpartum & Breastfeeding (DEC 30th)
· What to expect immediately after birth
· Breast feeding discussion
· Care for mom & baby
· Postpartum depression
For more information, please contact:
Candace McCollett, CBE, CLD
Owner, The Westside Birth Connection
www.westsidebirthconnection.com
719-213-3740
Thursday, October 7, 2010
Pikes Peak Regional Doula Association (PPRDA) Open House
WHEN: Sunday, October 10th 6pm-7pm for birth professionals and 7pm-8pm for the general public.
WHERE: Alliance Breastfeeding Center, on the southwest corner of Academy and Vickers, 5664 North Academy Blvd, Colorado Springs, CO 80918
WHAT: Come hear a presentation about TINDROPS (an international doula registry). We will also be announcing our new meeting location and discussing the benefits of membership to PPRDA. During the second hour, we will be discussing the rising cesarean birth rate and the link between Pitocin and autism. PPRDA provides services and resources for birthing and postpartum families. Come find out how doulas can enhance the birth and postpartum experience. If you support safe and satisfying births, you cannot miss this informative event! For more info, please contact info@csdoulas.com
WHERE: Alliance Breastfeeding Center, on the southwest corner of Academy and Vickers, 5664 North Academy Blvd, Colorado Springs, CO 80918
WHAT: Come hear a presentation about TINDROPS (an international doula registry). We will also be announcing our new meeting location and discussing the benefits of membership to PPRDA. During the second hour, we will be discussing the rising cesarean birth rate and the link between Pitocin and autism. PPRDA provides services and resources for birthing and postpartum families. Come find out how doulas can enhance the birth and postpartum experience. If you support safe and satisfying births, you cannot miss this informative event! For more info, please contact info@csdoulas.com
Friday, August 27, 2010
Fall Childbirth Classes are starting!
The next group class series starts on Thursday, September 2nd, 6:30pm-9pm, at Colorado Springs OB/GYN (the offices of Dr. John Baer and Sharon Ruyak, CNM) on the corner of Dublin and Rangewood.
I teach childbirth education classes that pull from many great resources such as Dr. Robert Bradley, the Lamaze Institute for Normal Birth, author Sheila Kitzinger and midwife Ina May Gaskin. We focus on breathing techniques and many different comfort techniques that I have learned from my experience attending births as a doula and a midwife assistant, both in the hospital setting and the home setting.
Classes are $250 (per couple) for an 8 week course and includes multi-dimensional instruction, a ten chapter student notebook, a postpartum breastfeeding visit, and unlimited phone / email support.
If you have given birth before, please feel free to pick and choose the classes you would like to be "refreshed" on, only $30 per class! Also ask about the discounts that are available for my current doula clients, active military and low income families. For more information, please visit www.westsidebirthconnection.com
I teach childbirth education classes that pull from many great resources such as Dr. Robert Bradley, the Lamaze Institute for Normal Birth, author Sheila Kitzinger and midwife Ina May Gaskin. We focus on breathing techniques and many different comfort techniques that I have learned from my experience attending births as a doula and a midwife assistant, both in the hospital setting and the home setting.
Classes are $250 (per couple) for an 8 week course and includes multi-dimensional instruction, a ten chapter student notebook, a postpartum breastfeeding visit, and unlimited phone / email support.
If you have given birth before, please feel free to pick and choose the classes you would like to be "refreshed" on, only $30 per class! Also ask about the discounts that are available for my current doula clients, active military and low income families. For more information, please visit www.westsidebirthconnection.com
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