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I've used the information from this class in every birth I've attended since, and have had L&D nurses ask where I learned these techniques. I prefer to use backup doulas who've taken the class as well, as my clients seem to really value it.
- Kelly Kolb,  www.joyfulstartfamilysupport.com
Thanks again!  So much of the info from your class helped me guide two different moms through hospital VBACs this weekend.
- Lynn Linahan, www.bradleybirth.com/lynnlinahan

Workshops For Birth Professionals

Creating Space: Pelvic Dynamics, Fetal Positioning, and the Use of the Rebozo

Creating Space is a movement based biomechanics 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.  Emphasis is placed on better understanding the relationship between pelvic dynamics and fetal positioning and the movement and positions that facilitate labor progress.  Information is presented in an interactive hands-on format that encourages participation to facilitate anatomical understanding, the development of skills and techniques for encouraging clients to feel empowered in their bodies, and the positions, techniques, and concepts for birth professionals to feel confident in supporting labors both medicated and unmedicated, in any setting.
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Discussion begins with the role of the birth worker in both educating the client about and encouraging the client to understand their pelvis 
and their baby's movement through pregnancy and labor in relation to pelvic space and in supporting the client in taking advantage of this 
knowledge during labor.  Common position-related labor complications throughout the labor process will be covered in depth, along with support measures for releasing tension to encourage descent and rotation.  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.  Common myths surrounding pelvic shape and fetal positioning are debunked through research-based exploration and evidence based resources.  The Rebozo is introduced from a perspective that leaves participants with an understanding of its rich history and role in traditional Mexican and Meso American culture.  Rebozo techniques for relaxation of the pelvic floor, uterus, and lower back are practiced in addition to a discussion of ways in which the Rebozo has been traditionally used to help facilitate the labor process.  ​Participants will leave feeling inspired, knowledgeable, and full of information to start sharing with clients right away!

Learn more about what makes Blossoming Bellies pelvic dynamics workshops unique!

*Gift certificates can only be used for the Creating Space session in South Philadelphia.*
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The following workshops are available!  

Saturday April 17th, 2021 from 9am to 5pm
in South Philadelphia, PA

$100 Early Bird Registration through February 1st; $125 after

*This workshop offers attendance in-person or virtually through live streaming.*
Approved for 6 CEs through ACNM

*ACNM contact hours are approved by the American College of Nurse-Midwives*
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Additional Pelvic Biomechanics Workshops
​Facilitated by Brittany Sharpe McCollum


Pelvic Dynamics and Fetal Positioning
2.5 Hour Session offered individually or as part of the Birth Learning Advanced Doula Training
February 25th from 7 to 9:30pm EST
Sign up for this workshop alone or the full training here


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Thank you Brittany! I will definitely put into practice the information, strategies and techniques I learned in your workshop. I also appreciate your open and sincere teaching style.  You clearly have a genuine passion for  this very important aspect of labor and birth, and for sharing what you know. I can see why people return to your class again and again. 
- Melissa Cook, Mother Me
I'm a childbirth educator, prenatal yoga teacher and birth doula in practice for over 20 years. I attended Brittany's Pelvic Opening Workshop this weekend and was delighted by how much I learned!  Brittany has not only passion for her topic but tremendous expertise, and is a warm and well spoken facilitator.  Highly recommend !  - Dena Marchiony, ICCE, IAT-CE

Check out Blossoming Bellies' handbook
"Preventing and Working Through Fetal Position-Related Labor Complications" 
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that partners with the workshop! 
​Print and digital versions and three additions available!
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Above photo courtesy of Tammy Bradshaw Photography
Looking for the similar workshop, designed for expectant couples?  Click here!
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Today was just wonderful... and so informative.  Optimal fetal positioning makes so much sense. Your demonstrations, explanations, insight and wisdom were really helpful.
It was lovely meeting you in person... and I too enjoyed being in the midst of 
so many passionate birth advocates. 
- Barbara Heid., www.buxmontdoula.com
It really was such an amazing workshop. I can't thank you enough. I learned so much, and have been telling all my pregnant friends about what they can do to help their alignment!!
- Jenn Sikes, Mama Tea Tree
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I just wanted to say Thank You again for opening your home and sharing your knowledge with us.  I learned a lot and would recommend it to other doulas seeking more information on the pelvis and rebozo work.  I also appreciate your quick follow up!
- Lila Backenstose, "Conshy Doula," https://www.facebook.com/conshydoula/

Good Morning   Thanks for your in-depth workshop.  I greatly appreciated your diversity in presentation materials and your affirming statement on respecting all cultures.   Brittany, U Rock!
- Fatimah Adekola, fadekola1@gmail.com 

Thank you so much for the amazing workshop. We learned so much and enjoyed it a lot. 
- Teresita Carasquillo, terelunadoula@gmail.com

I've been a doula for 25 years, and I thank you for the info and the awesome class!
- Louise Powers, www.louisepowers.com