Passion for Birth course design

[syncreo]

Ok girls...those of you who have taken the seminar where are you at in your course design and how are you finding it?

Our due date is Jan 29th and I feel confident that I can get it done by then but I am still on post seminar high and know I will eventually crash from this high so I need to hear the real deal from those of you who have taken the seminar earlier.

Btw, I loved it, loved it, loved it, loved it...did I mention I loved it???

It was also of course amazing to get to share it with Liz (monctondoula) and our evening chats over wine, food and our notes made it even better. The fact that we got to throw Tiffany into the mix one night just made it better.

So back to my original question - how are you finding doing your course design and when are you planning on writing the exam?

Cheers,
Shawna

[DL]

I'm so glad that you enjoyed it!

I co-hosted the Sept. 29-Oct. 1 seminar in Columbus, OH. We were given the due date of Dec. 1. Honestly.....I haven't even started it because of "life"! After thinking about it, I really would like to get more of my required reading done before writing my course design, so I think that I'm going to tell Teri that I'm going to take this slower. I haven't even studied hardly any of the Lamaze Study Guide yet.

Some of the ladies at our seminar had goals of sitting for the exam in April, but every one of them are experienced cbe's, currently teaching. I'm not in such a big hurry; I'm totally new at this, so I think I'm going to take it slower and aim for Oct. 2007. If I somehow get it all done and am ready by April, then great...but I'm not counting on it. I know that seems like a long time away, but with everything else I also have going on, it will pass quickly. I will also feel less stressed and more prepared to teach my series by spring or summer, I think. Things could change, but that's what I'm thinking right now.

[syncreo]

Thanks for sharing Lori! I can understand the desire to take it nice and slow - especially when you want to have a life Btw, I remembered that you had just recently hosted a seminar so I told Teri that I 'knew' you from alldoulas and asked her how the seminar went - of course she said great

I am hoping to write the exam in April but we will see how I feel in a few weeks.

Cheers,
Shawna

[nici123]

I went to my seminar in July, and plan to sit for the April exam. The writing of the course design is....huge. Or so it seems. I suppose if I had more time to devote to it, things would flow better, but as it is, I do it in fits and spurts. I'm planning on a 5 days class (2.5 hours each) and am currently wrapping up writing day 4. Of course after I get the last day done, I'll need to go back and make sure the class is what I wanted it to be, and that I didn't sacrifice everything I wanted to do in the name of getting in all gazillion Lamaze requirements! Then I'll need to make up all the 'tools' I've written in...buy the videos...buy the props...figure out where to teach...find students...ack! I'm ok....I really, really love it all, and writing out the PPPs is a great chance to research specific topics, so it's satisfying.

Nicole

[Stacie]

I am still waiting for a seminar to come to a place near me! I really don't want to have to travel across the country to go to one!

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[syncreo]

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Originally Posted by nici123 I went to my seminar in July, and plan to sit for the April exam. The writing of the course design is....huge. Or so it seems. I suppose if I had more time to devote to it, things would flow better, but as it is, I do it in fits and spurts. I'm planning on a 5 days class (2.5 hours each) and am currently wrapping up writing day 4. Of course after I get the last day done, I'll need to go back and make sure the class is what I wanted it to be, and that I didn't sacrifice everything I wanted to do in the name of getting in all gazillion Lamaze requirements! Then I'll need to make up all the 'tools' I've written in...buy the videos...buy the props...figure out where to teach...find students...ack! I'm ok....I really, really love it all, and writing out the PPPs is a great chance to research specific topics, so it's satisfying. Nicole

Nicole - you are getting so close and you still have so much time. Good for you for working at it bit by bit.


Stacie - why don't you a host a seminar in your community? That way you get to attend the workshop right at home and possibly attend for free? You don't need a huge venue as Teri says she has hosted in people's basements, yoga studios, church rooms etc.
Just think when you get to do this some of us will have already been through writing the course design and perhaps even sitting for the exam so you will have lots of ideas and support.

Cheers,
Shawna

[delightfuldoula]

Would someone please fill me in? I have never heard of this course.

[DL]

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Originally Posted by delightfuldoula Would someone please fill me in? I have never heard of this course.

It's a Lamaze International accredited, cbe educational training program. Here's the website: www.passionforbirth.com

[moncton doula]

Hi everyone! Made it home safe and sound. Got lots of unpacking to do and getting settled back in, I'll be looking at my pfb stuff in a few days. Have a happy halloween!

[MothertheMother]

I took the training in March and I still haven't finished the course outline/design. Like Lori, I still want to do more reading before I complete it. I do need some motivation, though, to get back on track. Lori....me and you in October. It's a date!!!!

[CatieDoula]

I took my training with Lori and am working on my design currently (Due 12/1). I am writing for 4 classes that are 2.5-3 hours and a fifth class on breastfeeding (more indepth). I was really struggling at first with writing it but now it is flowing out of me...I am finding it hard at times to focus on other stuff that needs to be done (I'm also a mom to 2, stepmom to 2, full time college student and a doula). I made a schedule for myself...Tuesdays and Thursdays (while my kids are at pre-school for 2.5 hours) and Sunday evenings are course design times and other times are for school and work stuff. Two things I have done to make it a bit more manageable:

1. I "chunked" my outline. I went through the outline that we created and figured out what things I could group together (highlighted stuff through word). This has made it so much easier for me as before, all I saw was over 80 lines of things I needed to talk about. Now, there are about 50 things I need to design a way to teach. I'm happy to share how I did my chunking with anyone, just PM me.

2. This may sound crazy to some (I've also taught before, so maybe that helps), I started a series a week ago. I'm not done with my design, but I know I have to be done with week 2 by the time my class gets to week 2, etc. This has really helped me to get motivated. Also, I'm finding out what works and what doesn't work as I'm doing it, instead of sending it to her and having her send it back and say she doesn't know if this would work or I'm spending too much/not enough time on things, etc. This has been extreamly helpful!

I'm looking forward to being done with my design and have really enjoyed the whole process thus far!

[syncreo]

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Originally Posted by doulamama I took my training with Lori and am working on my design currently (Due 12/1). I am writing for 4 classes that are 2.5-3 hours and a fifth class on breastfeeding (more indepth). I was really struggling at first with writing it but now it is flowing out of me...I am finding it hard at times to focus on other stuff that needs to be done (I'm also a mom to 2, stepmom to 2, full time college student and a doula). I made a schedule for myself...Tuesdays and Thursdays (while my kids are at pre-school for 2.5 hours) and Sunday evenings are course design times and other times are for school and work stuff. Two things I have done to make it a bit more manageable: 1. I "chunked" my outline. I went through the outline that we created and figured out what things I could group together (highlighted stuff through word). This has made it so much easier for me as before, all I saw was over 80 lines of things I needed to talk about. Now, there are about 50 things I need to design a way to teach. I'm happy to share how I did my chunking with anyone, just PM me. 2. This may sound crazy to some (I've also taught before, so maybe that helps), I started a series a week ago. I'm not done with my design, but I know I have to be done with week 2 by the time my class gets to week 2, etc. This has really helped me to get motivated. Also, I'm finding out what works and what doesn't work as I'm doing it, instead of sending it to her and having her send it back and say she doesn't know if this would work or I'm spending too much/not enough time on things, etc. This has been extreamly helpful! I'm looking forward to being done with my design and have really enjoyed the whole process thus far!

Thanks for sharing where you are at with it. I would love to see how you chunked it out as this is sort of what I am in the process of doing. If you don't mind sharing!!

[moncton doula]

I'd love to see it a s well!

[CatieDoula]

This is how I grouped things before I started writing the actual design. I think this will give you a good starting point. I did change things around some after this draft to help things flow for the class I teach. HTH!

Lamaze Childbirth Education Class Outline<o:p></o:p>

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Class One<o:p></o:p>

• Welcome, Introductions<o:p></o:p>
• Normal Birth: Lamaze Philosophy of Birth<o:p></o:p>
• Normal Birth: Six Care Practices of <st1:place>Normal</st1:place> Birth<o:p></o:p>
• Normal Birth: Difference Between Pain Associated with Trauma and <st1:place>Normal</st1:place> Pain of Labor<o:p></o:p>
• Normal Birth: Pain Theories (Fear-Tension-Pain; Gate Control)<o:p></o:p>
• Normal Birth: Physiology of Pain, Protective Role of Pain in <st1:place>Normal</st1:place> Labor<o:p></o:p>
• Normal Birth: History of Birth and Current Culture of Birth<o:p></o:p>
• Strategies to Facilitate <st1:place>Normal</st1:place> Birth: Developing and Maintaining the Confidence in the Inherent Ability to Give Birth<o:p></o:p>
• Informed Decision Making: CIMS 10 Questions to Ask<o:p></o:p>
• Some Helpful Terms (page 6 in Prepared Childbirth The Family Way)<o:p></o:p>
• Normal Pregnancy: Anatomy and Physiology of Pregnancy<o:p></o:p>
• Normal Pregnancy: <st1:place>Normal</st1:place> Physiologic Changes of Pregnancy <o:p></o:p>
• Normal Pregnancy: Emotional Changes and Sexuality<o:p></o:p>
• Normal Pregnancy: Healthy Lifestyles Including Guidelines for Exercise, Pelvic Tilts, and Kegels<o:p></o:p>
• Normal Pregnancy: Optimal Fetal Positioning<o:p></o:p>
• Nutrition During Pregnancy<o:p></o:p>
• Normal Pregnancy: Comfort Measures<o:p></o:p>
• Normal Pregnancy: Warning Signs Including Signs of Preterm Labor<o:p></o:p>
• Strategies to Facilitate <st1:place>Normal</st1:place> Birth: The Role of Partner, Family and Friends<o:p></o:p>
• Strategies to Facilitate <st1:place>Normal</st1:place> Birth: Continuous Presence<o:p></o:p>

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Class Two<o:p></o:p>

• Icebreaker<o:p></o:p>

• Normal Birth: Anatomy and Physiology of Birth, Including Hormones<o:p></o:p>
• Normal Birth: The Process of Labor Including Stages and Phases (stage 1)<o:p></o:p>
• Normal Birth: Emotions of Labor<o:p></o:p>
• Strategies to Facilitate <st1:place>Normal</st1:place> Birth: Establishing Ritual and Rhythm in Labor<o:p></o:p>
• Strategies to Facilitate <st1:place>Normal</st1:place> Birth: Actively Working with Contractions<o:p></o:p>
• Strategies to Facilitate <st1:place>Normal</st1:place> Birth: Emotional and Physical Support—Encouragement and Verbal Support<o:p></o:p>
• Strategies to Facilitate Normal Birth: Selected Comfort Measures—Stimulating all Five Senses as Pain Management Strategies <o:p></o:p>
• Strategies to Facilitate <st1:place>Normal</st1:place> Birth: Selected Comfort Measures—Aromatherapy<o:p></o:p>
• Strategies to Facilitate <st1:place>Normal</st1:place> Birth: Selected Comfort Measures—Hydrotherapy<o:p></o:p>
• Strategies to Facilitate <st1:place>Normal</st1:place> Birth: Selected Comfort Measures—Focused Attention<o:p></o:p>
• Video: <st2:GivenName>Paula</st2:GivenName> and <st2:GivenName>Chris</st2:GivenName><o:p></o:p>
• Normal Birth: The Process of Labor Including Stages and Phases (stage 2)<o:p></o:p>
• Strategies to Facilitate <st1:place>Normal</st1:place> Birth: Benefits of Upright Positions for Second Stage<o:p></o:p>
• Strategies to Facilitate <st1:place>Normal</st1:place> Birth: Spontaneous Pushing<o:p></o:p>
• Interventions, Complications, Effect, Alternatives: Directed Pushing<o:p></o:p>
• Strategies to Facilitate <st1:place>Normal</st1:place> Birth: Labor Support During Second Stage<o:p></o:p>
• Third Stage: Anatomy and Physiology<o:p></o:p>
• Third Stage: Emotions<o:p></o:p>
• Third Stage: Importance of Skin-to-Skin Contact Between Mother and Baby Immediately Following the Birth<o:p></o:p>
• Strategies to Facilitate <st1:place>Normal</st1:place> Birth: Touch and Massage<o:p></o:p>

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Class Three<o:p></o:p>

• 3-Rs Video to use as Review<o:p></o:p>
• Normal Birth: Factors Which Increase a Woman’s Satisfaction with Birth<o:p></o:p>
• Interventions, Complications, Effect, Alternatives: Restrictions on Movement, Eating/Drinking, Support<o:p></o:p>
• Interventions, Complications, Effect, Alternatives: Intravenous Fluids<o:p></o:p>
• Interventions, Complications, Effect, Alternatives: Continuous EFM vs. Intermittent Monitoring<o:p></o:p>
• Interventions, Complications, Effect, Alternatives: Episiotomy<o:p></o:p>
• Interventions, Complications, Effect, Alternatives: Instrumental Delivery<o:p></o:p>
• Interventions, Complications, Effect, Alternatives: Separation of Mother and Baby<o:p></o:p>
• Interventions, Complications, Effect, Alternatives: Induction<o:p></o:p>
• Interventions, Complications, Effect, Alternatives: Augmentation<o:p></o:p>
• Interventions, Complications, Effect, Alternatives: Epidural Anesthesia and Opiate Medications<o:p></o:p>
• Interventions, Complications, Effect, Alternatives: Cascade of Interventions (Spiral Effect)<o:p></o:p>
• Video<o:p></o:p>
• Strategies to Facilitate Normal Birth: Creating a Safe, Positive Environment (privacy, music, lighting)<o:p></o:p>
• Strategies to Facilitate <st1:place>Normal</st1:place> Birth: Birth Balls, Rebozos, and Other Aids for Movement<o:p></o:p>
• Strategies to Facilitate <st1:place>Normal</st1:place> Birth: Selected Comfort Measures—Patterned Breathing<o:p></o:p>
• Strategies to Facilitate <st1:place>Normal</st1:place> Birth: Strategies for Dealing with Prolonged Labor, Back Labor<o:p></o:p>
• Strategies to Facilitate <st1:place>Normal</st1:place> Birth: Movement & Positioning which Enhance Progress and Comfort<o:p></o:p>
• Strategies to Facilitate <st1:place>Normal</st1:place> Birth: Emotional & Physical Support—Contribution of the Professional Doula, Nurse, Midwife, Physician<o:p></o:p>
• Strategies to Facilitate <st1:place>Normal</st1:place> Birth: Selected Comfort Measures—Relaxation<o:p></o:p>

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Class Four<o:p></o:p>

• Road Map of Labor—for review<o:p></o:p>

• Normal Birth: Importance of Birth Memories<o:p></o:p>
• Interventions, Complications, Effect, Alternatives: Cesarean Birth<o:p></o:p>
• Interventions, Complications, Effect, Alternatives: Repeat Cesarean vs. VBAC<o:p></o:p>
• Interventions, Complications, Effect, Alternatives: Circumcision<o:p></o:p>
• Informed Decision Making: Rights of Childbearing Women<o:p></o:p>
• Informed Decision Making: Informed Consent Questions<o:p></o:p>
• Informed Decision Making: Communication and Negotiating Skills<o:p></o:p>
• Informed Decision Making: Creating Personal Plans for Birth<o:p></o:p>
• Informed Decision Making: Strategies for Facilitating <st1:place>Normal</st1:place> Birth within the Context of Limited Options<o:p></o:p>
• Postpartum: Anatomy and Physiology<o:p></o:p>
• Postpartum: Importance of Mother and Baby Staying Together<o:p></o:p>
• Postpartum: Importance of Support<o:p></o:p>
• Postpartum: Encouraging Attachment Between Baby and Family Members<o:p></o:p>
• Postpartum: Emotions, Including Warning Signs of Postpartum Depression<o:p></o:p>
• Robe<o:p></o:p>

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Class Five<o:p></o:p>

• Baby/Breastfeeding: Importance of Breastfeeding for Mother, Baby, and Society<o:p></o:p>
• Baby/Breastfeeding: Basic Anatomy and Physiology of Breastfeeding<o:p></o:p>
• Baby/Breastfeeding: Early Infant Feeding Cues<o:p></o:p>
• Baby/Breastfeeding: Correct Latch<o:p></o:p>
• Interventions, Complications, Effect, Alternatives: Formula Supplementation for Breastfeeding Babies<o:p></o:p>
• Baby/Breastfeeding: Newborn Appearance, Needs and Capabilities<o:p></o:p>
• Review<o:p></o:p>

[CatieDoula]

Well, that didn't work! You can't see my highlighting! I'll try attaching it.