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Consider hosting a doula or breastfeeding information seminar for your church or women’s group. I offer these informational seminars free of charge because I believe that women can only make the right choices for themselves once they know what all their options are. |
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Outline for Birth Doula Seminars: Introduction to Labour Doulas – Who they are and what they do. Scope of Practice - The five aspects of care unique to doulas. What a Doula Isn’t - How a doula differs from your other caregivers. Scientific Studies - How doulas can decrease medical interventions. Doulas and Dads - How doulas can help your support people help you. Finding a Doula - How to choose the right doula for you.
Outline for Breastfeeding Seminars: Introduction to Breastfeeding – How it works. The Benefits of Breastfeeding - Why it’s worth it. How to Breastfeed - Simple tips for breastfeeding success. Myths and Realities - Why your best friend’s experience may be different from yours. Breastfeeding support - Who’s on your side as a breastfeeding mom? Baring it all - How to face breastfeeding in public, and explain it to your mother-in-law. Following the seminar, a thirty minute Q&A period is welcomed.
Following the seminar, a thirty minute Q&A period is welcomed.
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Information Seminars |
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Resource requirements: A seminar room with comfortable chairs and easy access to washroom facilities is required. A television set and DVD player is highly recommended.
Advertising: Advertising is the responsibility of the host facility. On request, printed flyers can be supplied at a cost of $.35 each.
Costs: I do not charge for the service of presenting this seminar. It is preferred that attendants not be charged for entry. |
