I just watched your Pelvic Dynamics Relative to Fetal Station webinar. I am SO impressed, and want to learn ALL the information! I honestly could (and likely will) watch the video numerous times! I am so excited to use what I have learned with my clients and my own upcoming birth :)
Looking forward to learning more, and so excited that my dear friend told me about you! Thank you for all you do for laboring families and birth professionals.
- Kristen Young, Young Birth
Live Webinars and Recorded Sessions
for Birth Professionals
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Blossoming Bellies offers monthly live webinars for birth professionals to attend to increase their knowledge of specific topics and further their education and community based learning. Each monthly webinar is one hour in length and covers a specific topic, with time allowed for questions.
Some months will include guest speakers (check the title of each webinar below for details).
The fee for each webinar, unless otherwise noted, is $15.
Registration is required to access all live webinars. However, if you cannot attend and have registered, the link will be sent to you
via email after the webinar. All pre-recorded webinars can be streamed 3 times for 30 days from the time of purchase.
The Level Two Mentorship program for birth workers includes free webinar sessions for the length of the mentorship (six months).
Upcoming Sessions
Register by clicking on the link.
Pushing Positions!
facilitated by Brittany Sharpe McCollum, CCE(BWI), CD(DONA), CLC
Perinatal Pelvic Biomechanics Educator
Thursday February 23rd, 2023 from 9am to 10am EST
$15
Approval for one contact hour pending
Postpartum Strategy
with guest presenter Tiff D'Amico, CIES(IPPA), CBE(BWI), LD(CAPPA)
Postpartum Strategy
Thursday March 23rd, 2023 from 10am to 11am EST
$15
Approval for one contact hour pending
Webinar Bundles
All pre-recorded webinar bundles will be available for 60 days from the time of purchase and can be streamed 3 times.
All pre-recorded webinar bundles will be available for 60 days from the time of purchase and can be streamed 3 times.
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Pelvic Dynamics Guru Bundle:
Using Pelvic Biomechanical Principles in Labor and Birth $60 Approved for 3 contact hours through ICEA Includes the following 5 webinars:
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Comfort Guru Bundle:
Skilled Non-Pharmacological Comfort and Support in Labor and Birth $60 Approved for 1 contact hour through ICEA Includes the following 5 webinars:
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Fuck Eurocentric Birth Bundle: Following the Evidence and Embracing Autonomy in Labor and Birth
$75.00 ALL PROCEEDS FROM THIS BUNDLE GO TO SUPPORT MATERNITY CARE COALITION Approved for 3 contact hours through ICEA Includes the following 8 webinars:
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Postpartum Guru Bundle:
Supporting Clients After Birth $45 Includes the following 5 webinars:
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Pelvic Floor Guru Bundle:
Supporting Pelvic Floor Health through the Childbearing Year $60.00 Approved for 1 contact hour through ICEA Includes the following 6 webinars: Pelvic Floor Health: Part One: Anatomy and Function Pelvic Floor Health: Part Two: Prevention, Healing, and Preservation Preserving the Perineum Webinar Understanding Your Pelvic Floor with Dr. Samantha Fazio, PT, DPT, PHC Practical Pushing: Efficiency and Well-Being in Labor's Second Stage Top Three Overlooked Pelvic Floor Concerns with Dr. Amanda Heritage, PT, DPT, PRCP and Dr. Becca Jones, PT, DPT, CSCS |
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Individual Webinar Recordings
$15 each (unless otherwise noted)
All pre-recorded webinars will be available for 30 days from the time of purchase and can be streamed 3 times.
$15 each (unless otherwise noted)
All pre-recorded webinars will be available for 30 days from the time of purchase and can be streamed 3 times.
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Communication and Advocacy During Prenatal Care
informed choice and skill development for active involvement and empowerment in prenatal care Recorded 1/18/2023 $15 Approved for One Contact Hour through ICEA |
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Cesarean Birth: The Process, The Options, and The Healing
the ins and outs of giving birth by cesarean Recorded 12/13/2022 FREE |
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Understanding Labor Progress without Relying on Internal Exams
pros and cons of internal exams and alternatives for recognizing progress in labor Recorded 10/27/2022 $15 Approved for One Contact Hour through ICEA |
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Late Pregnancy Changes
discussion of what to expect in the late third trimester as well as potential red flags; movement and mindfulness exercises to create connection and awareness Recorded September 8th, 2022 FREE |
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Addressing Pregnancy Discomforts through Traditional Yoga
with guest facilitator Jeanna Lurie, E-RYT 500, RPYT, YACEP Recorded August 18th, 2022 using gentle yoga techniques to support emotional and physical well-being $15 Approved for One Contact Hour through ICEA |
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Implementing Movement Based Practice into Managed Labor Scenarios
(an updated live presentation of the originally presented webinar from August 2019) facilitated by Brittany Sharpe McCollum, CCE(BWI), CD(DONA), CLC Perinatal Pelvic Biomechanics Educator Recorded July 21st, 2022 utilizing movement in labors that are induced or augmented, and/or with epidurals $15 Approved for One Contact Hour Through ICEA |
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The 5 W's of Epidurals: An Educational Approach to Understanding Pain Medication as a Labor Tool
facilitated by Brittany Sharpe McCollum, CCE(BWI), CD(DONA), CLC Perinatal Pelvic Biomechanics Educator Recorded June 23rd, 2022 understanding epidural administration, risk and benefit, and timing from a research-based perspective $15 Approved for One Contact Hour through ICEA |
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Counterpressure for Labor and Birth
facilitated by Brittany Sharpe McCollum, CCE(BWI), CD(DONA), CLC Perinatal Pelvic Biomechanics Educator Recorded Thursday May 12th, 2022 counterpressure as a tool for providing comfort and supporting progress in labor $15 Approved for One Contact Hour through ICEA |
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Birth Plan 101: Developing a Tool for Effective Communication
facilitated by Brittany Sharpe McCollum, CCE(BWI), CD(DONA), CLC Perinatal Pelvic Biomechanics Educator Recorded Thursday April 7th, 2022 developing and utilizing birth plans in a way that encourages communication and advocacy FREE |
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Making Informed Decisions and Advocacy Skills for Labor and Birth
with guest facilitator Heather Ward, BD, PD, CCE, CLE Recorded Friday March 25th, 2022 tools and language for supporting clients Approved for One Contact Hour through ICEA |
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ROP? LOA? Understanding Fetal Positioning in Labor and Birth
Facilitated by Brittany Sharpe McCollum, CCE(BWI), CD(DONA), CLC Perinatal Pelvic Biomechanics Educator Recorded Thursday February 10th, 2022 understanding how a baby presents in the pelvis, the implications for presentations, and suggestions on ways to encourage progress $15 Approved for One Contact Hour through ICEA |
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Pregnancy and Birth Q and A
Facilitated by Brittany Sharpe McCollum, CCE(BWI), CD(DONA), CLC Perinatal Pelvic Biomechanics Educator Recorded Thursday January 27th, 2022 Q and A format covering birth plans, staying up to date on Covid policy changes, top three birthing myths, monitoring options in labor, counting contractions, and gentle cesarean birth $15 |
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Variations in Pelvic Shape and Their Effects on Fetal Presentation
(an updated live facilitation of the originally presented webinar from April 2019) Facilitated by Brittany Sharpe McCollum, CCE(BWI), CD(DONA), CLC Perinatal Pelvic Biomechanics Educator Recorded Thursday December 16th, 2021 discussion of research on pelvic shape, how variations in the planes affect fetal positioning, and brief overview of pelvic dynamics $15 |
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After the First Six Weeks: The Top Three Overlooked Pelvic Floor Concerns Postpartum
Facilitated by Dr. Amanda Heritage, PT, DPT, PRCP and Dr. Becca Jones, PT, DPT, CSCS Recorded Thursday November18th, 2021 discussion of common pelvic floor issues that arise postpartum $15 |
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Practical Pushing: Efficiency and Well-Being in Labor's Second Stage
Facilitated by Brittany Sharpe McCollum, CCE(BWI), CD(DONA), CLC Recorded Thursday October 28th, 2021 research and usable suggestions for preparing for the pushing phase of labor FREE |
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Essential Oils for Labor and Birth
Facilitated by Katie Alves Recorded Wednesday September 29th, 2021 using essential oils safely and effectively in labor, birth, and the immediate postpartum $15 |
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Understanding Your Pelvic Floor
Facilitated by Dr. Samantha Fazio, PT, DPT, PHC Recorded Wednesday July 14th, 2021 pelvic floor anatomy discussion as well as tips for preventing pelvic floor damage in pregnancy and birth and postpartum pelvic floor recovery $15 |
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The Ins and Outs of Internal Exams: Process, Practice, and Client's Rights
Facilitated by Brittany Sharpe McCollum, CCE(BWI), CD(DONA), CLC Recorded Tuesday June 15th, 2021 research-based look at internal exams in pregnancy and labor as well as information regarding the informed consent and refusal process $15 |
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Functional Body Awareness for Labor Preparation
Facilitated by Brittany Sharpe McCollum, CCE(BWI), CD(DONA), CLC Recorded Wednesday May 26th, 2021 utilizing alignment and movement in late pregnancy to create space for the baby's descent into the pelvis FREE |
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Peanut Balls for an Efficient Labor and Birth
Facilitated by Brittany Sharpe McCollum, CCE(BWI), CD(DONA), CLC Recorded Wednesday May 12th, 2021 $15 |
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Body Positive Fitness in the Postpartum Period
Facilitated by Jessica Brock-Pitts, MSW, LCSW, LCADC, ACE, Certified Personal Trainer (CPT), and Group Fitness Instructor (GFI) Recorded Wednesday April 14th, 2021 $15 |
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Realistic Expectations in Infant Sleep
Facilitated by Marcella DeRosa, CD(DONA), Certified Baby-Led Sleep and Well-Being Specialist Recorded Wednesday March 17th, 2021 $15 |
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Induction of Labor: Understanding Informed Choice and Methodology
Facilitated by Brittany Sharpe McCollum, CCE(BWI), CD(DONA), CLC Recorded Wednesday March 3rd, 2021 FREE |
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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) Recorded Wednesday February 17th, 2021 $15 |
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Oh Shift! Balancing Lactation and New Parenthood
Facilitated by Jabina Coleman, LSW, MSW, IBCLC Recorded Wednesday January 6th, 2021 $15 |
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Preserving the Perineum: Preventing Tears and Episiotomies in Birth
Facilitated by Brittany Sharpe McCollum, CCE(BWI), CD(DONA) Recorded Tuesday November 24th, 2020 $15 |
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Blossoming Bellies 5/4/3 Rule: Movement in Labor for Progress and Comfort
Facilitated by Brittany Sharpe McCollum, CCE(BWI), CD(DONA) Recorded Wednesday October 21st, 2020 $15 |
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Making It Work: Pumping and Storing Human Milk
Facilitated by Brittany Sharpe McCollum, CCE(BWI), CD(DONA) Recorded Thursday September 24th, 2020 FREE |
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Acupressure for Labor and Delivery
Facilitated by Marlene Burk, L.Ac. Recorded Wednesday September 9th, 2020 |
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Babysitters, Nannies, and Beyond: The Ultimate Guide to Childcare
Facilitated by Addi Curran, CD-LD Recorded Thursday August 13th, 2020 |
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Advocacy in the Laboring Room
Facilitated by Brittany Sharpe McCollum, CCE(BWI), CD(DONA) Recorded Thursday July 23rd, 2020 |
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Mental Health During the Postpartum Period: Prevention and Preparation
Facilitated by Julia Rolf, LCSW Recorded Thursday June 11th, 2020 **This webinar covers postpartum mental health, diagnoses, and factors that contribute to postpartum mood disorders. This may be a challenging and/or triggering topic for some.** |
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Retraumatization During COVID-19
Facilitated by Justine Leach, Ph.D. B.A.C.E., and Sarah Adelmann, M.A., M.Ed. Recorded Saturday May 9th, 2020 **This webinar covers postpartum mental health, diagnoses, and factors that contribute to postpartum mood disorders. This may be a challenging and/or triggering topic for some.** |
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Pelvic Floor Health: Part Two: Prevention, Healing, and Preservation
Facilitated by Brittany Sharpe McCollum, CCE(BWI), CD(DONA) Recorded Friday April 17th, 2020 *It is not required to view Part One of the series first. However, if interested, it is available below as a recording.* |
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Pelvic Floor Health: Part One: Anatomy and Function
Facilitated by Brittany Sharpe McCollum, CCE(BWI), CD(DONA) Recorded March 13th, 2020 |
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Postpartum Nutrition 101: A Basic Approach to Healing the Body through Food and Community
Facilitated by Jodi Rae Silberstein Recorded February 10th, 2020 |
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The Future of Gender Inclusion in Birth Work
Facilitated by Jenna Brown, doula, educator Recorded January 10th, 2020 |
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Avoiding Birth Worker Burn Out: Tips for Building a Sustainable Doula Practice
Facilitated by Brittany Sharpe McCollum, CCE(BWI), CD(DONA) Recorded December 6th, 2019 |
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Creating a Postpartum Plan with your Clients: A Mental Health Based Approach to Postpartum Planning
with Guest Candace Shillingford, doula, speaker, healer **This webinar covers postpartum mental health, diagnoses, and factors that contribute to postpartum mood disorders. This may be a challenging and/or triggering topic for some.** Recorded November 15th, 2019 |
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Inherent Bias in Reproductive Health and Its Effects on the Childbearing Experience: One Mother's Experience and Action for Change
with Guest Nikki Brake-Silla, playwright and director Recorded October 7th, 2019 FREE |
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Addressing Maternal Mortality in Communities of Color: A Midwifery Based Approach
with Guest Asasiya Muhammad, CPM, LM, founder of Inner Circle Midwifery Recorded June 14th, 2019 FREE |
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Demystifying Vegan Pregnancy: Plant-based Nutrition and Wisdom
with Guest Taylor Johnson-Gordon, food educator and founder of Sistah of the Yam, L.L.C., Recorded May 10th, 2019 |
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Variations in Pelvic Shape and Their Effects on Fetal Presentation
Facilitated by Brittany Sharpe McCollum, CCE(BWI), CD(DONA) Recorded April 12th, 2019 |
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Making Your Birth Work Trans Inclusive
with Guest Ray Rachlin, CPM, owner of Refuge Midwifery Recorded Friday January 11th, 2019 |
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Placenta Preservation 101
with Guest Marcella DeRosa, CD(DONA), Placenta Encapsulation Specialist Recorded Friday February 8th 2019 |
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Labor Support Techniques for Pelvic Floor Release
Facilitated by Brittany Sharpe McCollum, CCE(BWI), CD(DONA) Recorded Friday March 8th 2019 |
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