This workshop has been designed for women and their birth partners. It will prepare you physically and mentally for the birth of your child and is aimed at helping you to improve your confidence (as a team) during labour and delivery.
\\r\\nWe will explore the basic features of labour and birth. Looking at the rhythm and flow of labour and how the position of the mother\\\'s body will aid the journey of the baby through the birth canal. We will practice breathing, positioning, relaxation and massage techniques for labour and birth and discuss practical ideas for partners on how to support a woman in labour.
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Topics we will cover include:
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- What you can do to influence your birth experience \\r\\n
- A closer look at the three stages of labour and the roles of you and your partner \\r\\n
- Breath awareness during labour \\r\\n
- Making the most of labour and birthing positions \\r\\n
- Massaging your partner during labour \\r\\n
- Use of the birth ball and other equipment in labour (including waterbirth) \\r\\n
- Creating a relaxing environment \\r\\n
- Working together as a couple \\r\\n
- Being a confident birth partner \\r\\n
- Afterwards - what to expect in the first few weeks
Instructor
Liza Wilson
Venue
Other
When
To Be Determined
Cost
£50.00
Who is it for?
This workshop has been designed for women and their birth partners
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