Mothers gather together to share experiences and learn from each other. Trust, friendship and support, empower women to have better childbirth experiences. Individual and collective growth is enhanced as childbearing is viewed as a continuum of a woman's life experience. Group sessions include small & large group discussions, interactive activities, video presentations, dvd & book reviews, guest speakers, field trips...and whatever Mothers wish to include.
Group sessions may include any aspect of antenatal health which is of interest to Mothers. The antenatal period is the most important time for growing healthy babies & Mothers. Women share their experiences which helps mothers learn from each other and 'normalize' their experience. The first hour of the BaBs group is dedicated to antenatal & birthing care.
All topics of interest surrounding birth are included. Birthing options available to families in their community may be included. Mothers share their birthing choices and experiences. Birth workers talk about how they facilitate normal birth experiences, and midwives present the different maternity care options to meet Mothers individual needs.
The postnatal period is one of the most important times for Mother baby bonding and when breastfeeding is established. Support is of vital importance to health and wellbeing. Sharing postnatal experiences can reduce stress and help promote healthy Mothers and babies. The second hour of BaBs group is dedicated to the postnatal period.
Some Topics may include:
Environmental factors that effect the health of Mothers & babies
Common ailments and remedies in pregnancy & the postnatal period
Baby belly Mapping
Hormonal levels for optimal childbearing
Healthy diet and exercise throughout childbirth
All about Waterbirth
Options for labour & birth
Acupressure
Everything about breastfeeding
Kangaroo care & skin to skin
Food choices which effect the health of Mothers & babies
Writing birth stories & artwork
Develop group initiatives for a healthy family community
The list is endless.....
Environmental factors that effect the health of Mothers & babies
Common ailments and remedies in pregnancy & the postnatal period
Baby belly Mapping
Hormonal levels for optimal childbearing
Healthy diet and exercise throughout childbirth
All about Waterbirth
Options for labour & birth
Acupressure
Everything about breastfeeding
Kangaroo care & skin to skin
Food choices which effect the health of Mothers & babies
Writing birth stories & artwork
Develop group initiatives for a healthy family community
The list is endless.....