Creating Space: Pelvic Dynamics and Fetal Positioning
for an Efficient Birth
with Brittany Sharpe McCollum, CCE(BWI), CPLD, CLC
(an 8 hour full day workshop in person OR an 8 hour workshop divided into two half days virtually)
for an Efficient Birth
with Brittany Sharpe McCollum, CCE(BWI), CPLD, CLC
(an 8 hour full day workshop in person OR an 8 hour workshop divided into two half days virtually)
Thank you Brittany! You are an excellent facilitator-- so knowledgeable, so much evidence to support what you are saying, you are open to questions and feedback, you made people feel comfortable with trying out and doing strange positions. I can't wait to try some of these new positions with patients!
- Jenny Bates, CNM
Creating Space is a movement based biomechanical approach to labor progress and comfort with the intention of reducing complications and unnecessary intervention. Learn usable information for what labor positions and relaxation techniques to suggest at specific different points during the birth process and, most importantly, why certain techniques are more effective than others at certain times in labor.
This workshop for birth support professionals will benefit prenatal and birth workers - doulas, midwives, obstetricians, nurses, childbirth educators, chiropractors, massage therapists - both new and experienced. Develop a deep understanding of the relationship between pelvic biomechanics and fetal positioning and create the foundation for encouraging effective movement and positioning to facilitate labor progress. Evidence based information combines with Brittany’s over 17 years of experience and is presented in an interactive hands-on format that encourages participation to facilitate anatomical understanding, to develop the skills and techniques for supporting client-centered birth experiences, and the" why" behind positions and movements for efficient birthing. Birth professionals will gain confidence and a skill set for supporting labors both medicated and unmedicated, in any setting.
This workshop for birth support professionals will benefit prenatal and birth workers - doulas, midwives, obstetricians, nurses, childbirth educators, chiropractors, massage therapists - both new and experienced. Develop a deep understanding of the relationship between pelvic biomechanics and fetal positioning and create the foundation for encouraging effective movement and positioning to facilitate labor progress. Evidence based information combines with Brittany’s over 17 years of experience and is presented in an interactive hands-on format that encourages participation to facilitate anatomical understanding, to develop the skills and techniques for supporting client-centered birth experiences, and the" why" behind positions and movements for efficient birthing. Birth professionals will gain confidence and a skill set for supporting labors both medicated and unmedicated, in any setting.
Discussion begins with understanding pelvic anatomy from the bony structure to the pelvic floor. From there, we move into similarities and differences in pelvic shape and the biomechanical laws of movement. Discussion shifts to the role of the baby in navigating the pelvis and the various positions and presentations babies assume to make their way down and out. Current research on pelvic shape and the false theory of optimal fetal positioning is explored and reframed for an evidence-based perspective on labor progress and position-related labor stalls. Common myths surrounding pelvic shape and fetal positioning are debunked through research-based exploration and evidence based resources. An in-depth discussion and hands-on practice of positions for facilitating optimal positioning of the baby - pelvis-dependent - and encouraging descent and rotation through all stages and phases of labor provides birth workers with insight and tools for working with clients to reduce interventions and the risk of cesarean sections. Participants will leave feeling inspired, knowledgeable, and full of information to start sharing with clients right away!
Handouts are included in the workshop and are intended to be used as a reference after completion of the workshop. Our positioning handbooks are available at a discounted rate with the purchase of a workshop ticket.
Handouts are included in the workshop and are intended to be used as a reference after completion of the workshop. Our positioning handbooks are available at a discounted rate with the purchase of a workshop ticket.
Learn more about what makes Blossoming Bellies pelvic biomechanics workshops unique!
*Scholarship opportunities for BIPOC birth workers for the Creating Space workshop are available.
Please complete the form at this link to apply for a scholarship and Brittany will be in touch within a few days.*
The following workshops are available! Register by clicking the desired date.
VIRTUAL THROUGH ZOOM
Thursday April 16th and Friday April 17th, 2026
9am to 1pm BOTH days
held virtually - join from anywhere!
recording available to all registrants
$150 early bird pricing through March 1st; $175 after
Approved for 8 CEs through the PA Board of Nursing
Register for this session AND Supporting the Posterior Baby together and save $50 automatically!
IN PERSON
Fall 2026 dates coming soon!
*Scholarship opportunities for BIPOC birth workers for the Creating Space workshop are available.
Please complete the form at this link to apply for a scholarship and Brittany will be in touch within a few days.*
The following workshops are available! Register by clicking the desired date.
VIRTUAL THROUGH ZOOM
Thursday April 16th and Friday April 17th, 2026
9am to 1pm BOTH days
held virtually - join from anywhere!
recording available to all registrants
$150 early bird pricing through March 1st; $175 after
Approved for 8 CEs through the PA Board of Nursing
Register for this session AND Supporting the Posterior Baby together and save $50 automatically!
IN PERSON
Fall 2026 dates coming soon!
Above photo courtesy of Tammy Bradshaw Photography
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