Safe birth spaces
A trauma conscious training for birth keepers to prevent, integrate + process trauma, and create safer birthing spaces for their clients
What is this course about?
This comprehensive training program has been meticulously designed to enhance your understanding of trauma, the nervous system, mind body connection, internal and external safety measures in the birth room, and much more.
Birth trauma is a significant concern in the United States, with research indicating that up to one-third of women report their birth experience as traumatic. These experiences can have long-lasting psychological impacts, not only affecting the mother but also the family as a whole.
This course aims to mitigate these challenges by providing birth workers with the necessary knowledge and skills to prevent, recognize, and manage situations that could potentially lead to birth trauma. By understanding trauma and the nervous system, doulas and other birth workers can create a safe and supportive environment for mothers during childbirth. This understanding, along with the practical skills gained from this course, will significantly contribute to reducing the prevalence of birth trauma and ensure a positive birth experience for all involved.
Who is it for?
This course is aimed at birth workers looking to deepen their understanding of trauma and its impact on birth. It's perfect for doulas, midwives, and anyone else involved in supporting mothers during childbirth. It is ideal for anyone who is passionate about provide care that decreases the chances of birth trauma. And if trauma does occur, you will have the beginning tools and resources of how to help the new birthing person. This is for you if you want to prevent, integrate, and start to process trauma with your clients.
Why should you take it?
This course will equip you with the knowledge and tools to better serve your clients and nurture your own inner wisdom.
It will help you connect to your own body, teaching you to track your own nervous system so that you can be more responsive and attune to your clients, and understand what to do in actual birthing situations.
Research also shows that understanding the nervous system and its role in stress responses can reduce burnout and improve resilience for healthcare workers. One aim of this course is to prevent burnout so you can have a long, lasting carer.
Learn from experts in the field and gain practical skills for any birth scenario. No other course combines the perspectives of a doula with 6.5 years of experience, 140 births, and specializes in clients with a history of trauma and a pre and perinatal somatic practitioner who has worked with trauma and the body for 15 years.
Level 1 + level 2
Because there is so much information we have divided the material into Level 1 (Foundations) and Level 2 (Practical Applications). Foundations can be taken in person or online. You must take the Foundations course before progressing to Practical Applications.
Level 1: Foundations
A One-Day Immersive Training for Birth Professionals
Level 1 is a foundational, one-day training designed to equip birth workers with the essential tools to provide trauma-informed care in the birth room and beyond. Through engaging lectures, practical exercises, and guided discussions, this class focuses on understanding the basics of trauma, the nervous system, and the mind-body connection—core concepts that will transform how you show up for your clients.
What You’ll Learn in Level 1:
The Nervous System Made Simple: Gain a clear understanding of the nervous system, Polyvagal Theory and how the nervous system influences emotions, behaviors, and responses during childbirth.
Trauma-Informed Care Basics: Learn how to recognize trauma responses in yourself and your clients and how to begin to offer trauma informed care.
Somatic Awareness for Birth Workers: Discover how to track and regulate your own nervous system so you can stay grounded and attuned during challenging moments in the birth room.
Practical Skills for Real Scenarios: Leave with actionable tools you can apply immediately to support clients in birth situations, prevent trauma, and begin integration for those who may have experienced trauma.
Why Start with Level 1?
This introductory class is perfect for birth workers who are new to trauma-informed care or those seeking to deepen their understanding of the mind-body connection in childbirth. By mastering these foundational principles, you will:
Enhance your confidence in supporting clients with diverse emotional and physical needs.
Build resilience and reduce burnout by learning to care for your own nervous system while holding space for others.
Lay the groundwork for advanced trauma-informed care practices, preparing you for deeper exploration in Level 2.
Who Should Take Level 1?
Level 1 is designed for doulas, midwives, and other birth professionals who want to make a meaningful impact in the birth and after. Whether you’re just starting your journey or have years of experience, this training offers fresh insights and tools to enrich your practice.
Course Details:
Format: Full-day in-person training
In Person Date: February 15th
Online Date: March 24th
Time: 9am- 6pm with lunch breaks
Pre-Requisites: None! This course is open to all birth workers.
Join us for Level 1 and take the first step toward creating safer, more empowering birth experiences for your clients.
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Location
In-person: exact location within the Wasatch front, TBD
On-line: zoom with link to be provided
Cost
$300 in person
$250 on line
Questions?
If you have any questions or require further information, please don't hesitate to get in touch with us.
Refunds
Please note that this course is non-refundable. However, we understand that emergencies can occur, and exceptions may be made in these cases. If you are unable to attend due to an emergency, please get in touch with us as soon as possible to discuss your situation.
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