Body Ready Birth: Kearney’s Newest Birth Prep Workshop
You’ll leave with a greater understanding of your body, more knowledge about birth, and the ability to tap into your inherent wisdom.
We here at The Childbirth Circle are big believers that knowledge is power. We think that birth preparation and education can go a long way in helping families achieve their birth goals and improving birth satisfaction. We’ve been working hard on bringing more out-of-hospital birth education options to Kearney!
Recently, I (Ivy) did some continuing education and became a Certified Body Ready Method Pro. The training was amazing! I learned so much and it completely changed how I look at birth. I was so excited about it that I underwent additional training to become a Body Ready Birth instructor so I could bring Body Ready Birth workshops to the Kearney area. And now they’re here!
What is the Body Ready Method?
In short, Body Ready Method provides a variety of courses that teach both parents and professionals about the biomechanics of birth to help promote more comfortable and smoother birth experiences. BRM focuses on five pillars: the pelvis, pelvic floor, core, upper body, and movement patterns. BRM pros help clients bring balance to the tissues of the body to promote pelvic mobility. Much of my training focused on how the pelvis moves in labor and how to change its shape to increase space for the baby to descend. It’s super nerdy and really cool, and it’s really helpful in tricky labor situations.
Why Body Ready Birth?
The training I did with BRM was mindblowing, to say the least. I knew I wanted to bring it to Kearney in a meaningful way. Helping my clients one-on-one was a great start, but I wanted to bring this education and empowerment to everyone!
Kearney has a big lack in out-of-hospital birth education. This is something we’ve been working on at The Childbirth Circle! While BRB isn’t a full birth education program, we think it’s a really cool way to help families become more prepared and knowledgeable about birth.
How will BRB help me?
Body Ready Birth is designed to help you prepare your body, mind, and nervous system for a more easeful and comfortable birth. We’ll cover the importance of feeling safe during labor and how we can promote that. We’ll talk a lot about your pelvis, how it moves, and how your baby will move through it. You’ll learn different movements that can help create space in your pelvis, and get a chance to practice them. You’ll leave with a greater understanding of your body, more knowledge about birth, and the ability to tap into your internal wisdom.
How will this workshop help my partner prepare for birth?
Your partner will leave this class with a deeper understanding of the stages of labor and how to read your cues. They will also learn hands-on techniques to help guide you through the intensity of labor. If your partner is worried they won’t know how to help you, this class will help them gain confidence and knowledge to provide solid support in the birth room.
What can I expect at the workshop?
The workshop is 4 total hours of education, but we split it into two 2-hour sessions. We’ll have snacks and all the necessary props, but feel free to bring your own if you prefer. We’ll use yoga mats, blocks, bolsters, blankets, peanut balls, and yoga balls. Don’t worry, this isn’t a workout class! You’ll be able to practice labor and birth positions, and your partner can practice hands-on tools. We recommend that you wear comfortable clothes and bring a water bottle and a notebook if you want to take notes.
In addition to the in-person workshop, you are also granted access to the online Body Ready Birth student pack, which has helpful videos and printable birth position charts. You’ll be able to refresh your memory and practice at home.
The next workshop dates are coming up on November 12th and 19th! Register today to reserve your spot!
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