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| DEEPENING THE KNOWLEDGE: QUANTUM MIDWIFERY & UNDISTURBED BIRTH August 17-30, 2009 at Nierika Retreat Center, Mexico |
Our program includes 80 hours of study of Quantum Midwifery.
The Quantum paradigm is the melding of conscious birth with undisturbed birth. It includes the
respect and co-creation of the holistic paradigm yet opens the doorway to soul-level connections and
greater levels of empowerment for families and their caregivers.
We have begun to understand the significance and the necessity of not disturbing the mother in the
process of childbirth. We recognize the value of conscious birthing.
Now let's look at how this model unfolds...for the family but especially for the caregiver. We invite all
midwives, doulas, mothers and caregivers to join us in this deeper understanding of birth.
How does a midwife practice in the realms of a paradigm that does not disturb the mother? How does
a midwife dispel fear? How does she deal with the fear inherent in the current politics surrounding
birth?
How does the caregiver recognize and address complications yet maintain a safe and fulfilling
environment throughout the entire childbirth continuum?
How can we bring the deeper knowledge of birth that we intrinsically posses, into our practice as
midwives and birth attendants?
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During this Retreat we will learn how to BE in the realms of the undisturbed.
We'll explore ways to practice without monitoring and managing yet feel confident and competent.
We'll investigate the source of complications and discover the tools to let go of them entirely.
We'll acknowledge the inherent truth of not disturbing the mother during birth AND we'll describe and
learn ways to make that a reality of practice.
We have more to offer in the realm of childbirth than we are providing now. Our knowledge goes
much deeper and our souls assure us of that inherent truth. Let's bring that wisdom into practice.
Our classes will include:
During our two weeks together we'll also explore such relevant topics as:
Woundology
Do we recreate our patterns in the birthing arena? Let’s explore this potent topic and articulate
personal, cultural and global wounds. Let’s articulate the Birth Wound with integrity and take a frank
look at what we construct in the world of midwifery today. Then, we'll explore how to heal and let go
of these patterns.
Position, Power and Privilege
As caregivers, one way to serve others is by examining our use of power and privilege. Honest
discussion of this topic brings forth wise use of our influence with birthing women and families.
It’s surprising how we often prefer not to acknowledge our position for fear of losing it or misusing it.
Let’s open the door to authentic exploration of this topic and allow greater understanding to prevail.
Sexual Wisdom
Our relationship to sexuality and intimacy is relevant to our birthing practices. What is our legacy of
sexual wisdom?
Are we using the creative force as a path to the Divine, as was intended?
We will discuss orgasm, multiple orgasm, Cosmic Orgasm and our birthright in achieving these
realms of sexuality and how this informs our caregiving.
‘It is an act of great spiritual power to assert that our creative needs be met.’
Eldership and Creating Win/Win Situations
As midwives and caregivers we have begun training for Eldership, no matter what our age or
experience.
What are the qualities of the Elder, the Matriarch, the Peacekeeper? Let’s delve into our future role
and share the skills for holding balance in ourselves, our communities and for the planet.
We’ll also have classes on...
...all of which inform our practice of Quantum Midwifery
We will learn our meridians and numerous points for the childbearing continuum, as well as herbs
and homeopathy as tools in our baskets.
____________________________________________________
A certificate of recognition of 80 hours of study in Holistic Midwifery will be given at the close of this
Retreat.
Also, this program fulfills the academic requirements for the Matrona Holistic Doula Certification, and
anyone wishing a certificate will be awarded one upon completion of this program.
__________________________________________________
AT NIERIKA
At Nierika we can accommodate 25 women.
Accommodations include adobe-brick dormitories, futon mattresses and fresh linens. Next to the
dormitories are solar-powered showers and restroom facilities.
All accommodations and meals are included in tuition prices.
Meals consist of vegetarian cuisine made from local gardens and local markets.
For more information on Nierika, please visit: http//nierika.info
LOGISTICS & FEES
Cost of the Retreat is $950. With early registration, before July 1st, the cost is $900.
This does not include airfare but we will help you make travel arrangements as reasonable as
possible. The nearest airports to Nierika are Mexico City and Toluca.
______________________________________________
During our time together we will offer time for sharing, time to raise our voices in song and ceremonial
time to feed our souls.
Each participant will receive hand-outs, a Council Songbook and some other special gifts.
The schedule includes various afternoons and evenings off for you to explore the countryside or
spend time in rest and meditation.
We close our Council with the Changing Woman Ceremony... a life changing experience that affirms
our wisdom and choices.
So, get your passport and get in touch with us.
For information on curriculum, schedule and course content...please contact Whapio at
quantummidwifery (AT) thematrona (DOT) com.
For information on logistics, travel arrangements and for registration...please contact Rachelle at
rachelleseliga (AT) yahoo (DOT) com.
We hope you'll join us for this life changing event.
The Quantum paradigm is the melding of conscious birth with undisturbed birth. It includes the
respect and co-creation of the holistic paradigm yet opens the doorway to soul-level connections and
greater levels of empowerment for families and their caregivers.
We have begun to understand the significance and the necessity of not disturbing the mother in the
process of childbirth. We recognize the value of conscious birthing.
Now let's look at how this model unfolds...for the family but especially for the caregiver. We invite all
midwives, doulas, mothers and caregivers to join us in this deeper understanding of birth.
How does a midwife practice in the realms of a paradigm that does not disturb the mother? How does
a midwife dispel fear? How does she deal with the fear inherent in the current politics surrounding
birth?
How does the caregiver recognize and address complications yet maintain a safe and fulfilling
environment throughout the entire childbirth continuum?
How can we bring the deeper knowledge of birth that we intrinsically posses, into our practice as
midwives and birth attendants?
____________________________________
During this Retreat we will learn how to BE in the realms of the undisturbed.
We'll explore ways to practice without monitoring and managing yet feel confident and competent.
We'll investigate the source of complications and discover the tools to let go of them entirely.
We'll acknowledge the inherent truth of not disturbing the mother during birth AND we'll describe and
learn ways to make that a reality of practice.
We have more to offer in the realm of childbirth than we are providing now. Our knowledge goes
much deeper and our souls assure us of that inherent truth. Let's bring that wisdom into practice.
Our classes will include:
- The Quantum Vision of Midwifery
- Ideas not Ideologies
- The Caregiver’s Spiral
- A New View of the Endocrine System: Beyond Oxytocin
- The Holistic Stages of Labor
- The Midwife’s Practice in the Undisturbed Paradigm: Pregnancy, Birth and Postpartum
- Skills for Understanding Mother/Baby Wellbeing without Clinical Monitoring
- Placenta Medicine, Placenta Readings
- The Center and the Edge -- How to be in both places
- The Initial Interview
- Fear of Birth, Fear in Practice -- What Causes Complications?
- Techniques for Conflict Resolution and Peacekeeping
- Midwife as Witness; Midwife as Gardener
During our two weeks together we'll also explore such relevant topics as:
Woundology
Do we recreate our patterns in the birthing arena? Let’s explore this potent topic and articulate
personal, cultural and global wounds. Let’s articulate the Birth Wound with integrity and take a frank
look at what we construct in the world of midwifery today. Then, we'll explore how to heal and let go
of these patterns.
Position, Power and Privilege
As caregivers, one way to serve others is by examining our use of power and privilege. Honest
discussion of this topic brings forth wise use of our influence with birthing women and families.
It’s surprising how we often prefer not to acknowledge our position for fear of losing it or misusing it.
Let’s open the door to authentic exploration of this topic and allow greater understanding to prevail.
Sexual Wisdom
Our relationship to sexuality and intimacy is relevant to our birthing practices. What is our legacy of
sexual wisdom?
Are we using the creative force as a path to the Divine, as was intended?
We will discuss orgasm, multiple orgasm, Cosmic Orgasm and our birthright in achieving these
realms of sexuality and how this informs our caregiving.
‘It is an act of great spiritual power to assert that our creative needs be met.’
Eldership and Creating Win/Win Situations
As midwives and caregivers we have begun training for Eldership, no matter what our age or
experience.
What are the qualities of the Elder, the Matriarch, the Peacekeeper? Let’s delve into our future role
and share the skills for holding balance in ourselves, our communities and for the planet.
We’ll also have classes on...
- The Roots of Western Medicine
- Fertility Awareness and the Ovulens
- Women’s Mysteries and Our Genetic Potential
- Brain Wave Patterns and Altered States of Consciousness
...all of which inform our practice of Quantum Midwifery
We will learn our meridians and numerous points for the childbearing continuum, as well as herbs
and homeopathy as tools in our baskets.
____________________________________________________
A certificate of recognition of 80 hours of study in Holistic Midwifery will be given at the close of this
Retreat.
Also, this program fulfills the academic requirements for the Matrona Holistic Doula Certification, and
anyone wishing a certificate will be awarded one upon completion of this program.
__________________________________________________
AT NIERIKA
At Nierika we can accommodate 25 women.
Accommodations include adobe-brick dormitories, futon mattresses and fresh linens. Next to the
dormitories are solar-powered showers and restroom facilities.
All accommodations and meals are included in tuition prices.
Meals consist of vegetarian cuisine made from local gardens and local markets.
For more information on Nierika, please visit: http//nierika.info
LOGISTICS & FEES
Cost of the Retreat is $950. With early registration, before July 1st, the cost is $900.
This does not include airfare but we will help you make travel arrangements as reasonable as
possible. The nearest airports to Nierika are Mexico City and Toluca.
______________________________________________
During our time together we will offer time for sharing, time to raise our voices in song and ceremonial
time to feed our souls.
Each participant will receive hand-outs, a Council Songbook and some other special gifts.
The schedule includes various afternoons and evenings off for you to explore the countryside or
spend time in rest and meditation.
We close our Council with the Changing Woman Ceremony... a life changing experience that affirms
our wisdom and choices.
So, get your passport and get in touch with us.
For information on curriculum, schedule and course content...please contact Whapio at
quantummidwifery (AT) thematrona (DOT) com.
For information on logistics, travel arrangements and for registration...please contact Rachelle at
rachelleseliga (AT) yahoo (DOT) com.
We hope you'll join us for this life changing event.
Our Gathering will take place at Nierika in the mountains of Chalmita, about
2 hours outside of Mexico City.
Nierika is an evolving eco-village complete with organic gardens, pure
fresh water and mountain springs. It is surrounded by miles of natural
beauty including waterfalls, hiking trails and the ceremonial grounds of
Temictla across the river. (For more info, visit the Nierika website at http://nierika.info/.)
2 hours outside of Mexico City.
Nierika is an evolving eco-village complete with organic gardens, pure
fresh water and mountain springs. It is surrounded by miles of natural
beauty including waterfalls, hiking trails and the ceremonial grounds of
Temictla across the river. (For more info, visit the Nierika website at http://nierika.info/.)
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