Third Session

Postpartum Physiology
and Assessment

Moxa for the Postpartum Mother

Breastfeeding Information
and Techniques

The Return to Normal Reality

Signs and Symptoms of Postpartum
Depression-- Who Is At Risk

Remedies for a Disappointing
Birth Experience
Mothering the Mother:
Holistic Doula Program Curriculum
~~    Family Wisdom and Women's Arts    ~~    Holistic Midwifery and Doula Programs    ~~    Women's Medicine Journeys    ~~
Promoting Quantum Midwifery and Undisturbed Birth in the Global Village since 2001
First Session:

Anatomy and Physiology of the
Female Reproductive Tract

Cervical Dilation and Effacement

A Holistic View of the Stages of Labor


How Doulas Empower Mothers

Facilitating Win-Win Solutions

Birth Rite of Passage --
The Blessingway
Second Session:

Massage Techniques for
Pregnancy and Birth

Optimal Fetal Positioning and
Prevention of Posterior Presentation

Birthing in an Upright Position and
the Work of Dr. Michel Odent

Waterbirth and Maternal Well Being

The Sacredness of Birth --
Returning Birth to the Family

Homeopathy, Herbs and Acupressure
for Labor and Birth
Fourth Session

Characteristics of the
Normal Newborn

The Adept Baby

Techniques of
Infant Massage

Placenta Medicine

Herbs, Homeopathy and
Acupressure for Mother and Baby

The Politics of Breastfeeding
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