Empowered Fertility + Pregnancy
September 22 2-6pm
Navina Yoga
#211 316 Windermere Road Northwest, Edmonton, AB
Formally known as the Pregnancy + The Empowered Mother Workshop held by Jill Godin (Nurse + founder of Essentials by Nature) and Lauren Mary (Holistic Doula and founder of Lauren Mary Holistics).
This 4 hour, hands on and educational workshop is designed for women and expectant mamas who desire to discover more on the art of nourishing the fourth trimester for a healthy and empowered babymoon.
This workshop is for:
-Women who are interested in both medical + alternative views of management of health
-Women who are expecting with their first, second, third, or seventh baby!
-Birth and/or Post Partum Doulas, Birth Workers and Nurses
In this workshop we will be discussing:
Birth:
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Discover how you can prepare your body a vaginal or cesearean birth using alternative medicines such as herbs, essential oils, and supplementation.
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Leading up to my expected due date, what kind of questions should I be asking my care provider?
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How to build a "Birth Better" tool kit to bring with you to the hospital, or to have with you during your home birth.
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Spinning Babies: What is it, and how can I use these simple movement techniques to help baby into an optimal position?
Post-Birth Recovery:
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Practical, Medical and Holistic wisdom on caring for your body post birth
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Symptom Management: What can I use to treat common aches and pains?
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Doctor + Midwife Follow up appointments: What should I expect?
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What to expect from your home visits with the Alberta Based Program, Healthy Beginnings.
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Placenta Encapsulation: FAQ
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Building a village: Edmonton's Best Post Partum Resources
Breast Feeding:
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Breastfeeding: Initiation, Supply, and When to ask for help
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Breastfeeding Issues: what to do when dealing with engorgement, low supply, mastitis, blocked ducts, etc.
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Nutrition and Plant Medicine to nourish the milk supply- and what supplements, herbs and essential oils you need to avoid
Post Partum Mood:
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An understanding of hormonal fluctuations that occur post birth, what feelings and thoughts are normal to experience, and when to get help.
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Symptoms of post partum mood disorders
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Preventing post partum mood disorders with nutrition, supplements, and your village
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Treating post partum mood disorders- pharmaceutical medications, and professional psychology resources
DIY Workshop:
Create your own Ceremonial Milk Bath to heal and nourish your post partum body and honor the momentous marathon of bringing your baby earthside.
Closing:
Interested in attending both Empowered Fertility + Pregnancy and The Empowered Mother? Use the code "EMPOWER" at the checkout to receive $25 off!