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SUMMARY:Mama Glow Advanced Skills Workshop for Doulas – Comfort Measures for Pregnancy & Labor
DESCRIPTION:Embark on an educational journey to enhance your pregnancy and labor doula skills with our Mama Glow Advanced Skills Workshop for Doulas – Comfort Measures for Pregnancy & Labor. This interactive mini-course is designed to equip doulas with practical tools and techniques to manage the physical and emotional challenges of pregnancy and prepare for labor alongside their clients. Engage in hands-on practice of comfort measures such as massage techniques\, counter pressure\, breathing exercises\, acupressure\, and labor positions. \nWhether you’re a newly trained doula or a seasoned professional\, this course provides valuable insights and hands-on practice to help you support your clients in navigating this transformative time with greater ease\, comfort and confidence. \n  \nWhat You Will Learn: \n\nUnderstanding Pregnancy Discomforts: Gain insight into common pregnancy discomforts such as back pain\, nausea\, fatigue\, and swelling. Learn practical solutions to alleviate these discomforts and improve your daily well-being.\nPhysical Comfort Measures:Discover safe and effective prenatal exercises to enhance strength and reduce pain. Explore body positioning techniques and tips for better sleep quality. Understand the use of heat and cold therapy to relieve muscle tension and swelling.\nEmotional Comfort Measures: Master stress reduction techniques\, including breathing exercises and guided relaxation. Practice mindfulness and meditation to foster emotional resilience and calm.\nLabor Preparation and Comfort: Explore non-medical pain relief methods and learn about medical pain relief options. Learn effective labor coping strategies\, including labor positions and breathing techniques\, to manage contractions and discomfort.\n\nDate: Saturday\, July 18\, 2026 – 12:00-4:00pm ET \nVenue: The Soft Space by Mama Glow\, 208 N. 8th street\, Brooklyn\, NY \nInvestment: $185.00 + Processing Fees \nWorkshop Format: \nThis course is offered in-person and includes a mix of instructional content\, interactive activities\, and practical exercises. \nWho Should Attend: \nThis course is ideal for doulas\, health care providers\, nurses\, community health workers and more. Pregnant individuals are also welcome to attend. We offer comprehensive strategies to manage pregnancy discomforts and prepare effectively for labor. No prior experience is necessary. \nAbout Your Facilitator:  \nLATHAM THOMAS is a distinguished women’s health expert\, Black maternal health advocate\, entrepreneur\, Ivy League professor\, speaker\, and best-selling author. Most notably\, she is the visionary founder of Mama Glow and the Mama Glow Foundation. Established in 2011\, Mama Glow is a global maternal health and premiere education platform serving birthing people along the childbearing continuum. Its global community is home to over 3\,000 doulas spread across the entire USA and 6 continents. Mama Glow supports families during the fertility period\, pregnancy\, birth and postpartum offering hand-holding through their bespoke doula services and works with leading insurance companies and hospital systems to improve the experience of maternal health care.
URL:https://mamaglow.com/event/mama-glow-advanced-skills-workshop-for-doulas-comfort-measures-for-pregnancy-labor/
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