As with pregnancy and birth, we value the postpartum as an experience of deep transformation. We teach a self-directed approach to the process of putrescence or mother-making and we offer a comprehensive understanding of the physiology and psychology of the postpartum.
We also cover the newborn and breastfeeding in depth and understand norms and variations.
We will study the following topics:
Immediate Postpartum...Understanding the Return
The Birth of the Placenta
Holistic Approach to Third Stage
Postpartum Physiology and Psychology
Comfort for Mom and Baby after the Birth
Conducting the Postpartum Visits
Assessing Tears, Recognizing Infection
Postpartum Bleeding...Norms, Variations and Hemorrhage
Placental Concerns
The Normal Newborn and the Adept Baby
Undisturbed Babies and the value of Apgar Scores
The Newborn Exam
Indication for Transport
Newborn Variations and Concerns
Understanding Jaundice
Breastfeeding...Practice and Politics, Techniques and Tips
Family Bonding
Navigating Unexpected Outcomes
New Family Politics...newborn testing, breastfeeding politics, formula, vaccinations...