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Webinars for Expectant and New Parents
Virtual options for education and information help to make empowerment through informed choices an accessible reality for more families. Through our webinars for expectant and new parents, Blossoming Bellies aims to provide support and evidence based information in a platform that is flexible and self-paced.
Below you will find several webinars - some FREE and others for a small fee - that are great additions to our in person or virtual childbirth, nursing, and movement-based classes.
Below you will find several webinars - some FREE and others for a small fee - that are great additions to our in person or virtual childbirth, nursing, and movement-based classes.
Pelvic Dynamics Relative to Fetal Station
(An updated live facilitation of the originally presented webinar from Dec 2018)
Facilitated by Brittany Sharpe McCollum, CCE(BWI), CD(DONA)
Wednesday February 17th from 9am to 10am EST
$15
FREE WEBINAR
Induction of Labor: Understanding Informed Choice and Methodology
Facilitated by Brittany Sharpe McCollum, CCE(BWI), CD(DONA)
Wednesday March 3rd from 9am to 10am EST
FREE
Realistic Expectations in Infant Sleep
Facilitated by Marcella DeRosa, CD(DONA), Certified Baby-Led Sleep and Well-Being Specialist
Wednesday March 17th from 9am to 10am EST
$15
Body Positive Fitness in the Postpartum Period
discussion will include the body positive movement, Health at Every Size,
and returning to or beginning a movement practice in the postpartum period (with core and pelvic floor awareness)
Facilitated by Jessica Brock-Pitts, MSW, LCSW, LCADC, ACE, Certified Personal Trainer (CPT), and Group Fitness Instructor (GFI)
Wednesday April 14th from 9am to 10am EST
$15
Peanut Balls for an Efficient Labor and Birth
Facilitated by Brittany Sharpe McCollum, CCE(BWI), CD(DONA)
Wednesday May 12th from 9am to 10am EST
$15
(An updated live facilitation of the originally presented webinar from Dec 2018)
Facilitated by Brittany Sharpe McCollum, CCE(BWI), CD(DONA)
Wednesday February 17th from 9am to 10am EST
$15
FREE WEBINAR
Induction of Labor: Understanding Informed Choice and Methodology
Facilitated by Brittany Sharpe McCollum, CCE(BWI), CD(DONA)
Wednesday March 3rd from 9am to 10am EST
FREE
Realistic Expectations in Infant Sleep
Facilitated by Marcella DeRosa, CD(DONA), Certified Baby-Led Sleep and Well-Being Specialist
Wednesday March 17th from 9am to 10am EST
$15
Body Positive Fitness in the Postpartum Period
discussion will include the body positive movement, Health at Every Size,
and returning to or beginning a movement practice in the postpartum period (with core and pelvic floor awareness)
Facilitated by Jessica Brock-Pitts, MSW, LCSW, LCADC, ACE, Certified Personal Trainer (CPT), and Group Fitness Instructor (GFI)
Wednesday April 14th from 9am to 10am EST
$15
Peanut Balls for an Efficient Labor and Birth
Facilitated by Brittany Sharpe McCollum, CCE(BWI), CD(DONA)
Wednesday May 12th from 9am to 10am EST
$15
Recordings Available
All pre-recorded webinars will be available for 30 days from the time of purchase and can be streamed 25 times.
All pre-recorded webinars will be available for 30 days from the time of purchase and can be streamed 25 times.
Oh Shift! Balancing Lactation and New Parenthood
Facilitated by Jabina Coleman, MSW, LCSW, IBCLC
One Hour Webinar
Recorded 1/6/2021
Reviewing the identity of new-self, breastfeeding and exploring breastfeeding and bodily autonomy
Facilitated by Jabina Coleman, MSW, LCSW, IBCLC
One Hour Webinar
Recorded 1/6/2021
Reviewing the identity of new-self, breastfeeding and exploring breastfeeding and bodily autonomy
Preserving the Perineum: Preventing Tears and Episiotomies in Birth
Facilitated by Brittany Sharpe McCollum, CCE(BWI), CD(DONA)
One and a Half Hour Webinar
Recorded 11/24/2020
Explore external and pelvic floor anatomy and gain an understanding of the research on ways to prevent perineal damage and long term pelvic floor issues
$15
Facilitated by Brittany Sharpe McCollum, CCE(BWI), CD(DONA)
One and a Half Hour Webinar
Recorded 11/24/2020
Explore external and pelvic floor anatomy and gain an understanding of the research on ways to prevent perineal damage and long term pelvic floor issues
$15
Blossoming Bellies 5/4/3 Rule: Movement in Labor for Progress and Comfort
Facilitated by Brittany Sharpe McCollum, CCE(BWI), CD(DONA)
One Hour Webinar
Recorded 10/21/2020
This one hour webinar covers movement and position changing in labor using the Blossoming Bellies 5/4/3 Rule as a simple yet effective guide.
$15
Facilitated by Brittany Sharpe McCollum, CCE(BWI), CD(DONA)
One Hour Webinar
Recorded 10/21/2020
This one hour webinar covers movement and position changing in labor using the Blossoming Bellies 5/4/3 Rule as a simple yet effective guide.
$15
Making It Work: Pumping and Storing Human Milk
Facilitated by Brittany Sharpe McCollum, CCE(BWI), CD(DONA)
One Hour Webinar
Recorded 9/24/2020
This one hour webinar covers the basics of pumping - choosing and cleaning a pump, maintaining supply, and incorporating bottlefeeding.
FREE
Acupressure in Labor and Delivery
Facilitated by Marlene Burk, L.Ac.
One Hour Webinar
Recorded 9/9/2020
This one hour webinar covers the use of acupressure to facilitate labor and birth progress.
$15
Facilitated by Marlene Burk, L.Ac.
One Hour Webinar
Recorded 9/9/2020
This one hour webinar covers the use of acupressure to facilitate labor and birth progress.
$15
Babysitters, Nannies, and Beyond: The Ultimate Guide to Childcare
Facilitated by Addi Curran, CD-LD
One Hour Webinar
Recorded 8/13/2020
This one hour webinar explores the options available for childcare as well as where and how to find the right provider for your family.
$15
Facilitated by Addi Curran, CD-LD
One Hour Webinar
Recorded 8/13/2020
This one hour webinar explores the options available for childcare as well as where and how to find the right provider for your family.
$15
Advocacy in the Laboring Room
Facilitated by Brittany Sharpe McCollum, CCE(BWI), CD(DONA)
One Hour Webinar
Recorded 7/23/2020
This one hour webinar focuses on developing and utilizing advocacy skills in the laboring room.
$15
Facilitated by Brittany Sharpe McCollum, CCE(BWI), CD(DONA)
One Hour Webinar
Recorded 7/23/2020
This one hour webinar focuses on developing and utilizing advocacy skills in the laboring room.
$15
Pregnancy and Postpartum Q&A
Facilitated by Brittany Sharpe McCollum, CCE(BWI), CD(DONA)
One Hour Webinar
Recorded 7/1/2020
This one hour webinar is a guided question and answer session followed by live questions from participants.
FREE
Facilitated by Brittany Sharpe McCollum, CCE(BWI), CD(DONA)
One Hour Webinar
Recorded 7/1/2020
This one hour webinar is a guided question and answer session followed by live questions from participants.
FREE
Mental Health During the Postpartum Period: Prevention and Preparation
Facilitated by Julia Rolf, LCSW
One Hour Webinar
Recorded 6/11/2020
Relational therapist Julia Rolf, owner of Two Rivers Therapy, discusses the reality of postpartum mental health
and when and how to seek out support resources.
$15
Facilitated by Julia Rolf, LCSW
One Hour Webinar
Recorded 6/11/2020
Relational therapist Julia Rolf, owner of Two Rivers Therapy, discusses the reality of postpartum mental health
and when and how to seek out support resources.
$15
Postpartum Recovery: Physical Well Being in the First Six Weeks
Facilitated by Brittany Sharpe McCollum, CCE(BWI), CD(DONA)
One Hour Webinar
Recorded 5/12/2020
We explore common and specific physical changes that occur in the postpartum as well as ways to help ensure a
physically healthy and supported postpartum journey.
FREE
Facilitated by Brittany Sharpe McCollum, CCE(BWI), CD(DONA)
One Hour Webinar
Recorded 5/12/2020
We explore common and specific physical changes that occur in the postpartum as well as ways to help ensure a
physically healthy and supported postpartum journey.
FREE
Prenatal Nutrition: Food For Life
Facilitated by Brittany Sharpe McCollum, CCE(BWI), CD(DONA)
One Hour Webinar
Recorded 4/8/2020
We explore the basics of a nourished pregnancy,
nutrition by trimester, food supplements for nutrient density, and tips for easy and healthy meals and snacks!
Participant questions are answered and resources are shared.
FREE
Facilitated by Brittany Sharpe McCollum, CCE(BWI), CD(DONA)
One Hour Webinar
Recorded 4/8/2020
We explore the basics of a nourished pregnancy,
nutrition by trimester, food supplements for nutrient density, and tips for easy and healthy meals and snacks!
Participant questions are answered and resources are shared.
FREE
Pelvic Floor Health: Part One: Anatomy and Function
Facilitated by Brittany Sharpe McCollum, CCE(BWI), CD(DONA)
One Hour Webinar
Recorded 3/13/2020
We explore the pelvic floor muscles and their function in depth to create a foundation of information for preserving long term pelvic floor health in pregnancy, birth, and postpartum.
$15
Facilitated by Brittany Sharpe McCollum, CCE(BWI), CD(DONA)
One Hour Webinar
Recorded 3/13/2020
We explore the pelvic floor muscles and their function in depth to create a foundation of information for preserving long term pelvic floor health in pregnancy, birth, and postpartum.
$15
Pelvic Floor Health: Part Two: Prevention, Healing, and Preservation
Facilitated by Brittany Sharpe McCollum, CCE(BWI), CD(DONA)
One Hour Webinar
Recorded Friday 4/17/2020
We explore ways to prevent pelvic floor issues in pregnancy, healing issues that have occurred, and preventing further complications through alignment and movement.
*It is not required to view Part One of the series first. However, if interested, it is available above as a recording.*
$15
Facilitated by Brittany Sharpe McCollum, CCE(BWI), CD(DONA)
One Hour Webinar
Recorded Friday 4/17/2020
We explore ways to prevent pelvic floor issues in pregnancy, healing issues that have occurred, and preventing further complications through alignment and movement.
*It is not required to view Part One of the series first. However, if interested, it is available above as a recording.*
$15
Postpartum Nutrition 101: A Basic Approach to Healing the Body through Food and Community
with guest facilitator Jodi Rae Silberstein, Doula and Postpartum Chef
One Hour Webinar
Recorded 2/10/2020
We look at the role food and nourishment play in traditional postpartum support and share common food allies for new parents.
$15
with guest facilitator Jodi Rae Silberstein, Doula and Postpartum Chef
One Hour Webinar
Recorded 2/10/2020
We look at the role food and nourishment play in traditional postpartum support and share common food allies for new parents.
$15
Implementing Movement Based Practice into Managed Labor Scenarios
facilitated by Brittany Sharpe McCollum, CCE(BWI), CD(DONA)
One Hour Webinar
Recorded 8/10/2019
The concept of movement is explored specifically in regards to labors with induction, augmentation, and pain medication.
facilitated by Brittany Sharpe McCollum, CCE(BWI), CD(DONA)
One Hour Webinar
Recorded 8/10/2019
The concept of movement is explored specifically in regards to labors with induction, augmentation, and pain medication.
Demystifying Vegan Pregnancy: Plant-based Nutrition and Wisdom
with guest facilitator Taylor Johnson-Gordon, food educator and founder of Sistah of the Yam, L.L.C.,
One Hour Webinar
Recorded 5/10/2019
We explore nourishment and meal planning to support a vegan or plant-based pregnancy.
$15
with guest facilitator Taylor Johnson-Gordon, food educator and founder of Sistah of the Yam, L.L.C.,
One Hour Webinar
Recorded 5/10/2019
We explore nourishment and meal planning to support a vegan or plant-based pregnancy.
$15
Placenta Preservation 101
with guest facilitator Marcella DeRosa, CD(DONA), Placenta Encapsulation Specialist
One Hour Webinar
Recorded 2/8/2019
We explore why some people choose to consume their placenta after birth and the potential nourishment it may provide. Research surrounding placenta consumption is also discussed.
$15
with guest facilitator Marcella DeRosa, CD(DONA), Placenta Encapsulation Specialist
One Hour Webinar
Recorded 2/8/2019
We explore why some people choose to consume their placenta after birth and the potential nourishment it may provide. Research surrounding placenta consumption is also discussed.
$15