{"title":"All Classes + Groups","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"large-10 large-centered medium-11 medium-centered small-12 columns\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"intro\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJoin us for our extensive selection of parent classes, support groups and fun activities for babies, toddlers, and their care providers. We strongly believe that parenting starts well before the birth of a baby. We support families in making choices that feel intuitively right for them by offering evidence-based education to new parents, expecting parents, and those training to become doulas and other perinatal professionals. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDon't see a class you're looking for?\u003c\/strong\u003e Join our \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/natural-resources-hq.myshopify.com\/pages\/notify-me\" title=\"class notification waitlist form\"\u003ewaiting list\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e to be notified when classes are scheduled.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"row collapse\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"small-12 columns\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"juicy-mamma-reclaim-sensual-selves","title":"Juicy Mamma: A Somatic Workshop for Women + Gender Expansive Beings to Reclaim Their Sensual Selves","description":"\u003c!--Start tab labels--\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabs\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca class=\"active\" href=\"#tab1\"\u003e CLASS DESCRIPTION \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab2\" class=\"\"\u003e FACILITATOR(S) \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab3\" class=\"\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!--Start tab content--\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe non-member rate for this workshop is $110 and the member rate is $95 for 1 student. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/natural-resources-hq.myshopify.com\/pages\/memberships\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eClick here\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e to purchase your membership today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStep out of mom mode. Step into your sexy self.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMother\/parenthood is intense, beautiful, and all-consuming. It can also be exhausting to the point that by the end of the day, you're completely touched-out and feeling like a shell of your former self.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBut what if reconnecting with your sexual energy wasn't one more thing to power through and squeeze into an already demanding day? What if it could become the renewable resource that fuels everything else in your life?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn this \u003cstrong\u003e2.5-hour experiential workshop\u003c\/strong\u003e, you'll move from \u003cem\u003edisconnected\u003c\/em\u003e to \u003cstrong\u003ealive\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cstrong\u003eFrom depleted to energized.\u003c\/strong\u003e You'll leave feeling lit up, equipped with practices and a renewed sense that there IS a place for sex and pleasure in your life. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cb id=\"docs-internal-guid-57d38851-7fff-b6b6-2350-c83a4ffc0224\"\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat We'll Explore:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn 2.5 hours, you will:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e💧Leave with 3–5 embodied practices you can use at home that actually fit into your current life.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e💧Feel the difference between \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ethinking about\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e your body and actually \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ebeing in\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e it. Many women describe this as the first time they've felt present in months\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e💧Have language for what you need, whether that's a conversation with a partner, a boundary with your kids, or simply permission to want what you want\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e💧Move something that's been stuck by exploring dance, breath, and release work that bypasses the thinking brain entirely\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e💧Leave a room full of mothers who said the quiet parts out loud and feel less alone than you have in months? Years? Decades?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy This Workshop?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBecause you deserve to feel turned on by your life. Because your pleasure matters. And because reclaiming your sensual self isn't indulgent, it's essential.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis workshop is an invitation to get out of your head and to explore deeper somatic work, through your body.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis workshop is for you if:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou're exhausted, overwhelmed, and feel like sex is just one more thing on the to-do list\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou're navigating fatigue, imbalance of labor, unresolved birth trauma, or a body that feels foreign\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou want to feel like yourself again, not the old you, but the version of you that's here now\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou're ready to explore your sexuality as a source of nourishment, not depletion\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou crave real connection and conversation with other parents who get it\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cb id=\"docs-internal-guid-9c4aef2b-7fff-d99d-c9cc-db18abe88726\"\u003e\u003cb id=\"docs-internal-guid-ec90d04d-7fff-4833-e782-5cc1710008b7\"\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/b\u003ePlease Note:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- This workshop is for \u003cstrong\u003ea\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cb id=\"docs-internal-guid-212ede26-7fff-4ac7-6966-dea96d993288\"\u003ell mothers and non-binary parents with yonis, regardless of relationship status or configuration. 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He comes to parenting education through his own struggles and wonder at the joys and challenges of being a parent. Joe has a background in mindful parenting, trained as a Parenting by Connection parent educator, and is a certified mindfulness facilitator. Joe believes that parenting education and community support are critically important for family health and well-being, and he approaches each moment of parenting as an opportunity for personal growth and deepening connection. Joe founded the Natural Resources Dads Group in 2015 and loves learning from and with other parents. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n \n\n","brand":"Joe Cook","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":33142919987309,"sku":"","price":70.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0286\/9103\/8317\/products\/becoming-dad-virtual-joe-cook.jpg?v=1658793243"},{"product_id":"birth-story-magic","title":"Birth Story Magic","description":"\u003c!--Start tab labels--\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabs\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca class=\"active\" href=\"#tab1\"\u003e CLASS DESCRIPTION \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab2\" class=\"\"\u003e DETAILS \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab3\" class=\"\"\u003e FACILITATOR(S) \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!--Start tab content--\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Welcome to Birth Story Magic! This gathering is designed both for people sharing their birth stories and those wanting to listen to stories from those in their community. Sharing our stories honors the threshold crossed to bring life into the world. As tellers, it help us integrate the experience. As listeners, the stories help us learn from that intuitive, right side of our brain - and prepare us for real-world things we may not have understood in any other way.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is a FREE Community event held in person at Natural Resources. If you'd like to make a donation to the facilitators in honor of this offering feel free to \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/givebutter.com\/nrroomtogrow\"\u003edonate here\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis circle is for anyone that has given birth and who feels like joining, irrespective of how long ago you gave birth, how many times, and how your feelings are regarding this experience. \u003cbr\u003e \n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThis 90 minute workshop will include:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e   -\u003cspan\u003e 15 min gathering\/intro\/settling\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e   - 60 min birth story telling and listening within a safe, intimate group\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e   - 15 outro, formalizing connections and goodbyes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003eCome share your recent birth story or come listen as you prepare to give birth\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Facilitated by Sandra Lloyd and Sue Baelen, LM CPM\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePlease Note:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e-Many people also need support processing their birth story with a professional one-on-one (this could be a coach, therapist, midwife, or doula, depending on their training). The intention for this workshop is that each participant comes away with a transformed piece or aspect to their story. This workshop may or may not offer you ALL of the time and space you need to come to peace with your birth story. Birth is one of the most significant experiences of life -- your story will likely continue to ripen and evolve with time as will you.\u003cbr\u003e-Babies in Arms welcome as needed.\u003cbr\u003e-Birthers of all identities are welcome no matter how long ago you gave birth, your gender or sexuality, or any other aspect of your identity.\u003cbr\u003e-Facilitators are professionals who may have their own private practice. They may use their discretion to determine whether an additional fee is needed when their expertise is solicited outside of class.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabs-content\"\u003e\n\u003cli id=\"tab2\" class=\"\" style=\"display: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli id=\"tab3\" class=\"\" style=\"display: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSue Baelen, LM, CPM\u003c\/b\u003e I am blessed to believe that I am fulfilling my life's destiny and I love what I do. I am so happy to be part of the Bay Area Homebirth Collective - a group of amazing women who work hard to build a sense of community for local homebirthing families. I trained through apprenticeship, mostly in San Francisco, thanks to the wonderful midwife Leah Redwood. I follow that tradition and sometimes have an apprentice of my own. Sue also serves on the board of Natural Resources.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSandra Lloyd, is a Certified Hypnotherapist through the Foundation of the Sacred Stream in Berkeley, CA, Sandra has received expert training in Depth Hypnosis, Shamanism, Buddhist Psychology, Energy Medicine and Hypnotherapy. She holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology and Sociology. \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sandra Lloyd \u0026 Sue Baelen, LM, CPM","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":33142925033581,"sku":"","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0286\/9103\/8317\/products\/birth-story-magic-ginny-zeppa.jpg?v=1658793292"},{"product_id":"best-practices-for-hiring-and-employing-a-nanny","title":"Best Practices for Hiring and Employing a Nanny: Virtual","description":"\u003c!--Start tab labels--\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabs\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca class=\"active\" href=\"#tab1\"\u003e CLASS DESCRIPTION \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab2\" class=\"\"\u003e FACILITATOR(S) \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab3\" class=\"\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!--Start tab content--\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabs-content\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"active\" id=\"tab1\" style=\"display: block;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe non-member rate for this workshop is $40 and the member rate is $30 for 1 Caregiver. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/natural-resources-hq.myshopify.com\/pages\/memberships\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eClick here\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e to purchase your membership today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJoin The Institute for Families and Nannies and Hand-in-Hand for an online workshop for parents who employ or are thinking of employing a nanny.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this workshop, parents will learn the basics of how to hire a nanny and create a share care arrangement as well as how to be a good employer to ensure a successful working relationship and the best care for your child.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTopics covered include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e-Your rights and responsibilities as an employer, including employment laws, wages, sick leave \u0026amp; work agreements\u003cbr\u003e-Recruiting, screening, and interview questions to hire the right candidate\u003cbr\u003e-Health, safety, and background check requirements\u003cbr\u003e-Ideas on how to create a positive, long-term relationship with your employee\u003cbr\u003e-We will also discuss the unique aspects to create a successful share care arrangement. This is a great opportunity to meet other families who are interested in share care in your area.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChecklists, forms, and support materials will be provided. The Nanny Manual by Alyce Desrosiers will be available to supplement the workshop materials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePlease Note:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e-Caregivers of the same child are encouraged to attend and receive a discounted registration rate.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli id=\"tab2\" class=\"\" style=\"display: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAlyce Desrosiers\u003c\/b\u003e, LCSW, founder and president of The Institute for Families and Nannies (TIFFAN). The Institute for Families and Nannies mission Is to establish a recognized standard Of care for the nanny industry and best practices supporting parents and nannies to provide the best care for children. \u003cbr\u003eThis workshop put on by \u003cb\u003eHand in Hand\u003c\/b\u003e is facilitated by Bay Area parents who are current (or former) employers of childcare providers together they have over five years experience in this role. The facilitators also have experience with nanny-shares with two or more families. In addition to their own personal perspective on domestic employment, the facilitators draw upon lessons learned from the experiences of other Hand in Hand leaders in the Bay Area and from extensive interviews and focus groups done with nannies and nanny-employers in Park Slope Brooklyn, New York. The best practices presented during the workshop come out of consensus built within Hand in Hand, in close collaboration with the National Domestic Workers Alliance, representing 10,000 domestic workers from 26 states in the U.S. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli id=\"tab3\" class=\"\" style=\"display: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Alyce Desrosiers \u0026 Hand-in-Hand","offers":[{"title":"1 Caregiver","offer_id":33083198701677,"sku":"","price":40.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2 Caregivers (of the same child)","offer_id":33083199357037,"sku":"","price":60.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0286\/9103\/8317\/products\/best-practices-for-hiring-and-employing-a-nanny-virtual-alyce-desrosiers-hand-in-hand.jpg?v=1658793296"},{"product_id":"pregnant-now-what-navigating-pregnancy-and-birth-in-the-bay-area","title":"Pregnant! Now What? Navigating Pregnancy + Birth: In Person","description":"\u003c!--Start tab labels--\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabz\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"display: inline;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab1\"\u003e CLASS DESCRIPTION \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"display: inline;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab2\"\u003e DETAILS \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"display: inline;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab3\"\u003e FACILITATOR(S) \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThis workshop is also held virtually! Check out virtual dates \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturalresources-sf.com\/products\/pregnant-now-what-navigating-pregnancy-birth-in-person-virtual\"\u003eHERE. \u003c\/a\u003e The non-member rate for this workshop is $30 and the member rate is $20. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturalresources-sf.com\/pages\/memberships\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e to purchase your membership today.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--Start tab content--\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabz-content\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"display: block;\" id=\"tab1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003c!--This is the Class Description section (This line is just a signpost; please don’t edit.)--\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"ignore\"\u003eClass Description\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you are a first time parent, new to the Bay Area, or maybe it has been a few years since you’ve welcomed a baby into your family this workshop was designed for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe recommend that you attend this workshop in your first trimester or early second trimester as you are beginning to explore and make decisions regarding your birth including where you will birth your baby, how you are going to birth your baby, and which resources you want to access as you prepare for birth. Not only will you leave this workshop with confidence making birth time decisions, but also with new connections to other parents following your same gestational timeline.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePlease Note:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\n-Content covered in these sessions is included in the Details section below.\n\u003cbr\u003e\n-Registration does not include a support person; however, you are welcome to register them separately.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"display: block;\" id=\"tab2\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003c!--This is the Details section (This line is just a signpost; please don’t edit.)--\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"ignore\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTopics covered throughout the workshop:\u003ci\u003e\u003cbr\u003e-Birthing locations and birth time decision making\u003cbr\u003e-Creating your birth team (Midwife, Doula, OB, Family\/Friends)\u003cbr\u003e-Nutrition and Active Living during pregnancy\u003cbr\u003e-Personalized timeline for pregnancy and postpartum\u003cbr\u003e-Preparing for postpartum\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"display: block;\" id=\"tab3\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003c!--This is the Facilitator(s) section (This line is just a signpost; please don’t edit.)--\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"ignore\"\u003eFacilitator(s)\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eLauren Miller Brown\u003c\/b\u003e is\u003cspan style=\"font-style: normal;\"\u003e a San Francisco Bay Area native who specializes in providing nurturing, connective, therapeutic massage, doula services and childbirth education classes. She has been a birth doula for since 2007 and feel very fortunate that she is so passionate about her work and that she found it at such a young age. Her work continues to inspire her to this day and she can't imagine doing anything else.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLauren's road to birth work began after taking a Doulas of North America training in 2007. After completing her Doula certification she enrolled in Alive and Well! The Institute of Conscious Bodywork in Marin County. Lauren completed her massage training in 2008 and has been working as a bodyworker ever since. After massage school, Lauren worked as a massage therapist at The Mindful Body in San Francisco from 2009-2015, focusing on prenatal massage in particular, as well as with a wide variety of clients, including athletes, yogis, and San Francisco's tech community.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n \n\n","brand":"Lauren Miller Brown","offers":[{"title":"1 Pregnant Person","offer_id":33145674694765,"sku":"","price":30.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Pregnant Person + Partner","offer_id":33145674727533,"sku":"","price":45.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0286\/9103\/8317\/products\/pregnant-now-what-navigating-pregnancy-birth-in-the-bay-area-virtual-lauren-miller-brown.jpg?v=1658793299"},{"product_id":"preparing-your-vagina-for-birth","title":"Preparing Your Vagina for Birth: In Person","description":"\u003c!--Start tab labels--\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabz\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"display: inline;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab1\"\u003e CLASS DESCRIPTION \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"display: inline;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab2\"\u003e DETAILS \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"display: inline;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab3\"\u003e FACILITATOR(S) \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!--Start tab content--\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabz-content\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"display: block;\" id=\"tab1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"ignore\"\u003eClass Description\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe non-member rate for Preparing Your Vagina for Birth is $292 and the member rate is $232. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturalresources-sf.com\/pages\/memberships\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e to purchase your membership today.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's time to get connected to the part of your body through which your baby is born. So many of us are disconnected, misinformed and confused about how our vaginas and pelvises work and how we can work with them to prepare for birth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNOTE: \u003c\/strong\u003eWe strongly recommend reading the details on the content covered in class below and to watch the video above to make sure this class is a good fit for you. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis childbirth preparation workshop is for you if you have thought any of the following questions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e-How is my baby going to get out of my vagina?\u003cbr\u003e-How will I handle the sensations of my vagina opening?\u003cbr\u003e-How can I make childbirth painless or less painful?\u003cbr\u003e-How can I go beyond Kegel exercises for birth and postpartum?\u003cbr\u003e-How can I avoid tearing or injuring my pelvic floor?\u003cbr\u003e-How can I have a more satisfying prenatal and postpartum sex life?\u003cbr\u003e-How can I learn pelvic floor exercises for birth during pregnancy to cultivate postpartum pelvic health?\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this safe, confidential, supportive environment, you'll have an opportunity to take an inward journey to expand your capacity to open your pelvis more easily for the birth of your baby, your pleasure and your power. We'll illuminate and begin to release any shame, suffering, negative beliefs, traumas and unconscious physiological patterns that could make it difficult for us to open and accept the intensity of birth. We recommend taking this course at any point during your pregnancy, and want to highlight that many of these birth preparation exercises will be beneficial to practice throughout, so the earlier you register, the more time you will have to integrate this content into your preparation for labor and birth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePlease Note:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e-We've partnered with Britt to provide a virtual on-demand version of this course!\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(128, 128, 0);\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.brittfohrman.com\/a\/2147934232\/WPuMtaTR\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e \u003cb\u003e CLICK HERE TO BOOK \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cb\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e on our partner Britt Fohrman's site. \u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e-This series is for all pregnant people, as well as birth workers with vaginas.\u003cbr\u003e-Facilitators are professionals who may have their own private practice. They may use their discretion to determine whether an additional fee is needed when their expertise is solicited outside of class.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"display: block;\" id=\"tab2\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"ignore\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith lots of humor, compassion, and levity, we'll practice the following:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e-Simple prenatal yoga poses\u003cbr\u003e-Focused breathing techniques for birth and beyond\u003cbr\u003e-Hypnosis-based visualization practices\u003cbr\u003e-Sound-based relaxation techniques for labor\u003cbr\u003e-Fun exercises in class and at home\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-style: normal;\"\u003eThis is an invitation to get real and vulnerable with yourself, and the people in the room, with the intention of having a more empowered, enlightened, and less painful experience of birth. \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003ePlease note that explicit language such as pussy \u0026amp; cunt will be used and sex will be discussed. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eSome meditations done in the class will invite students to explore a full range of experiences their vaginas have been through. Some time may be spent on sensitive topics such a\u003cspan\u003e confronting trauma and processing emotional experiences such as unwelcome genital touch.\u003c\/span\u003e  \u003cstrong\u003eIf you feel you may be unsure about this class please reach out to be connected with the facilitator before signing up.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe will be using the following props during class and would be helpful to have at home. If you have your own and want to bring them, you are welcome to do so.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e-A yoga mat\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003e-Two blocks of the same size, or two piles of hardcover books ready to use instead of blocks. A small step stool could also work.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003e-A bolster or a couple of thick pillows or cushions from your sofa.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003e-A couple of blankets, or big bath\/ beach towels, or tightly woven wool or cotton blankets.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003e-If you happen to use a pregnancy ball \/ birthing ball and or foam roller at home, those could be useful too.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003e-And since I will be recommending that you have these props for life beyond the class, and to practice and support you in birth, it might be worthwhile to invest in them. I really like the props from \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.huggermugger.com\/?aff=47\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHugger Mugger\u003c\/a\u003e. I like the “standard yoga bolsters.” They also have lots of blocks and blankets to choose from! Sports Basement as well as most natural foods stores sell yoga props.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"display: block;\" id=\"tab3\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"ignore\"\u003eFacilitator(s)\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBritt Fohrman\u003c\/b\u003e creates a healing, loving, and supportive environment for women in all stages of the childbearing years, in her work as a yoga teacher, birth educator, photographer, and birth doula. Her yoga teaching includes specialties in working with the female pelvic floor, using yoga as birth preparation and laughter yoga. In addition to helping pregnant families prepare for a conscious birth, Britt also mentors doulas, helping them to create a sustainable, satisfying and successful practice.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Britt Fohrman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32898611904621,"sku":"","price":292.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0286\/9103\/8317\/products\/preparing-your-vagina-for-birth-virtual-britt-fohrman.jpg?v=1683060529"},{"product_id":"estate-planning-fundamentals-for-parents","title":"Estate Planning Fundamentals for Parents: Virtual","description":"\u003c!--Start tab labels--\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabs\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca class=\"active\" href=\"#tab1\"\u003e CLASS DESCRIPTION \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab2\" class=\"\"\u003e FACILITATOR(S) \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab3\" class=\"\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!--Start tab content--\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabs-content\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"active\" id=\"tab1\" style=\"display: block;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDuring this fun and informative workshop, parents will learn why they need a personalized estate plan to care for themselves and their children should the unfortunate happen. Minor children do not have the legal capacity to inherit. With a personalized trust, parents decide when their children receive their inheritance- at specific ages, for specific reasons, and with specified limitations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThroughout this workshop you will cover:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e-How a customized guardianship nomination can provide potential guardians with a roadmap to your vision for your children’s future.\u003cbr\u003e-Why everyone over the age of eighteen needs an advanced health care directive and durable power of attorney.\u003cbr\u003e-How to control the circumstances in which your children receive their inheritance.\u003cbr\u003e-The difference between a will and a trust.\u003cbr\u003e-How to create an estate with life insurance.\u003cbr\u003e-What happens when someone dies without an estate plan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePlease note: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e-Children are always welcome. 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In 2016, while at Golden Gate University to earn her LLM in Estate Planning, Probate, and Trust Administration, she established De Fonte Law PC to work with families and individuals to provide the much-needed stability and peace of mind that comes from knowing an estate is in order. She is also a mom, to two wonderful boys, which informs why and how she works with clients. Patricia finds the time to play with family and friends, support causes that are important to her, and read the New Yorker cover to cover every week. 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The 2nd Caregiver is 50% off. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturalresources-sf.com\/pages\/memberships\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e to purchase your membership today.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--Start tab content--\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabz-content\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"display: block;\" id=\"tab1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003c!--This is the Class Description section (This line is just a signpost; please don’t edit.)--\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"ignore\"\u003eClass Description\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this class you will learn the fundamentals of Elimination Communication, or Infant Potty Training. It's your 101 class on Potty Training a baby from 0-18 months old. Parents may choose to take this course prior to the birth of their baby or after the birth once they are familiar with their baby's rhythms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBabies are born to communicate with us. They ‘tell us’ from a very young age that they need to go, but over time we condition them to just go in their diaper. In many countries around the world, babies are potty trained by 12-18 months using Elimination Communication.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCome learn the ancient and natural non-coercive way of potty training. It's not only environmentally friendly, it is hygienic for you, your baby, and others.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePlease Note:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e-Content covered in these sessions is included in the Details section below.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ci\u003e-Babes in arms are welcome.\u003cbr\u003e-Caregivers of the same child are encouraged to attend and receive a discounted registration rate.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003c!--This is the Details section (This line is just a signpost; please don’t edit.)--\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"ignore\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis course will teach you everything you need to know to get started ECing with your little one. 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Her work continues to inspire her to this day and she can't imagine doing anything else.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLauren's road to birth work began after taking a Doulas of North America training in 2007. After completing her Doula certification she enrolled in Alive and Well! The Institute of Conscious Bodywork in Marin County. Lauren completed her massage training in 2008 and has been working as a bodyworker ever since. 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Your child will have a blast learning American Sign Language (ASL) with singing, dancing, story time, and action-packed games.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhereas the baby sign language series are named after the primary colors: Red, Yellow, and Blue, the Toddler series are divided into three series named after the secondary colors: Orange, Green, and Purple.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.happybabysigns.com\/benefits-of-signing-with-older-children.html\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eBenefits of Signing with Older Children\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.happybabysigns.com\/testimonials.html\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTestimonials\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThree series, each consisting of seven fun-filled themed sessions. It doesn't matter which one you take first.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePlease Note:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e-Content covered in these sessions is included in the Details section below.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ci\u003e-The themes of each session are outlined in the Details Tab along with the corresponding dates.\u003cbr\u003e-Although the Baby Sign Language Series was intended more for adult learning, the Toddler \u0026amp; Preschooler sessions are designed with your child in mind. \u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"display: block;\" id=\"tab2\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003c!--This is the Details section (This line is just a signpost; please don’t edit.)--\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"ignore\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrange Series:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e-Let’s Eat\u003cbr\u003e-More than a Rainbow of Colors\u003cbr\u003e-Lions and Tigers and Bears and More\u003cbr\u003e-We are Family\u003cbr\u003e-Vehicles that Go Va Voom!\u003cbr\u003e-What are You Wearing?\u003cbr\u003e-Let’s Go Outside\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGreen Series:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e-Move and Groove\u003cbr\u003e-What are You Feeling?\u003cbr\u003e-Splish! 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Lauren has a baby girl who loves to watch her favorite song ‘let it go’ come to life with sign language.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Lauren Conley","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32898612625517,"sku":"","price":185.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0286\/9103\/8317\/products\/toddler-and-preschooler-sign-language-virtual-lauren-conley.jpg?v=1658793392"},{"product_id":"find-a-doula-doula-sign-up-virtual","title":"Find A Doula - Doula Sign Up: Virtual","description":" \n        \u003c!--Start tab labels--\u003e\n        \u003cul class=\"tabs\"\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003e\n            \u003ca class=\"active\" href=\"#tab1\"\u003e\n              \n                CLASS DESCRIPTION\n            \u003c\/a\u003e\n          \u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003e\n            \u003ca href=\"#tab2\" class=\"\"\u003e\n              \n                FACILITATOR(S)\n            \u003c\/a\u003e\n          \u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003e\n            \u003ca href=\"#tab3\" class=\"\"\u003e\n              \n            \u003c\/a\u003e\n          \u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003c\/ul\u003e\n        \u003c!--Start tab content--\u003e\n        \u003cul class=\"tabs-content\"\u003e\n          \u003cli class=\"active\" id=\"tab1\" style=\"display: block;\"\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n            \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-style: normal;\"\u003eThe monthly Find A Doula: A Parent \u0026amp; Doula Meet \u0026amp; Greet event allows Birth and Postpartum Doulas to meet expectant families looking for Doula support. All trained Doulas are welcome to participate - whether you are working towards your certification, volunteering, low fee, or are an experienced doula.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo participate in the FAD: Meet \u0026amp; Greet event you \u003cb\u003eMUST\u003c\/b\u003e completed the following steps:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e-Complete the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/form.jotform.com\/61287522086155\"\u003eONLINE APPLICATION\u003c\/a\u003e (note - before starting the application, be prepared to upload a copy of your proof of Doula training*)\u003cbr\u003e-Attend a Find A Doula: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturalresources-sf.com\/products\/find-a-doula-professional-orientation\"\u003ePROFESSIONAL ORIENTATION\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e-Sign up to attend the monthly FAD: Meet \u0026amp; Greet event (click sign up button above)\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePlease Note:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e-*If you are currently providing Doula services and did not attend a training, you must contact us at DoulaProgram@naturalresources-SF.com\u003cbr\u003e-Our intention is to have doulas with a wide range of experience in attendance every month. This may limit how often you can attend a monthly \"FAD\" Meet \u0026amp; Greet event\u003cbr\u003e-To allow a variety of people to attend Doulas may only sign up to attend a FAD: Meet \u0026amp; Greet event every other month\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n            \u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003c\/div\u003e\n          \u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli id=\"tab2\" class=\"\" style=\"display: none;\"\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n            \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSoizig Le Boulch\u003c\/b\u003e is a birthworker, bodyworker, self-care educator, \u0026amp; wellness aficionado who loves to tap into and nurture the innate wisdom of the body and the support provided by body-mind connection. She infuses her birthwork (Doula, Prenatal Balance, \u0026amp; Recovery Care support services) with an integrative approach, bringing in her passion, knowledge, \u0026amp; experience in other wellness practices. Soizig also offers complementary well-being support services, such as bodywork \u0026amp; TRE® and finds Breema® (aka \"The Art of Being Present”) deeply enriching to her work and everyday life. To learn more about Soizig, please see Soizig.com. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTracy Massillon\u003c\/b\u003e is a mother of two, Educator, IBCLC, and Registered Nurse. She began working with birthing and new families as a Birth \u0026amp; Postpartum Doula in 2003. She joined the Natural Resources family of educators in 2005 and created the curriculum for our Childbirth Preparation, Breastfeeding, and Newborn Care \u0026amp; Parenting classes. In 2009, she became an IBCLC (Board Certified Lactation Consultant). 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Offered in person at Natural Resources on the second Wednesday of every month. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHomebirth had a resurgence in the 1970s thanks to hippies and other back to nature enthusiasts. But homebirth isnt just for hippies anymore. Today more than 62,000 babies in the US are born outside of the hospital each year. its still a small percentage of total births, but its a happy subset.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCare with a homebirth midwife follows \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mana.org\/about-midwives\/midwifery-model\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Midwives Model of Care\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e and is family-centered. It is uniquely nurturing before, during and after birth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSan Francisco has a rich history of homebirth and a vibrant midwifery community including the members of the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.sanfranciscohomebirthcollective.org\/\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSan Francisco Homebirth Collective\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, your facilitators for this free info session.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli id=\"tab2\" class=\"\" style=\"display: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe San Francisco Homebirth Collective\u003c\/b\u003e is a group of independent midwifery practices dedicated to promoting midwifery care and homebirth. Our group is committed to using the collective power of our diverse practice styles and geographic locations to provide families with resources such as classes, support groups, social gatherings, and informative talks and\/or panels throughout the year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli id=\"tab3\" class=\"\" style=\"display: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"The San Francisco Homebirth Collective","offers":[{"title":"$5 Donation","offer_id":33145671417965,"sku":"","price":5.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"$10 Donation","offer_id":33145671483501,"sku":"","price":10.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"$15 Donation","offer_id":33145671516269,"sku":"","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"$20 Donation","offer_id":33145671549037,"sku":"","price":20.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"$0","offer_id":33182115037293,"sku":"","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0286\/9103\/8317\/files\/Homebirth_Baby.jpg?v=1767821932"},{"product_id":"understanding-doula-support","title":"Doula Support 101: Q\u0026A and Meet-Up with the San Francisco Doula Group - Virtual","description":"\u003c!--Start tab labels--\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabs\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab1\" class=\"active\"\u003e CLASS DESCRIPTION \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca class=\"\" href=\"#tab2\"\u003e FACILITATOR(S) \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca class=\"\" href=\"#tab3\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!--Start tab content--\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabs-content\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"display: block;\" id=\"tab1\" class=\"active\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003efree virtual Q\u0026amp;A session\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e hosted by the San Francisco Doula Group for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eindividuals and families\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e exploring personalized birth and postpartum support.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"display: block;\" class=\"active\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDiscover how a doula can enrich your \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003ebirth or welcoming experience\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, help with the transition into \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003ecaring for a new family member\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, and make the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003epostpartum or adjustment time\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e more easeful. Doulas support a wide range of situations, including \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003ebirth parents, adoptive parents, surrogates, and other primary caregivers.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"display: block;\" class=\"active\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn this informative session, you'll learn:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Birth Doula's full scope of support, including how they offer continuous emotional and physical support during labor and childbirth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Postpartum Doula's full scope of support, including how they ease the transition into new family life and the postpartum\/adjustment period for both parents\/caregivers and the new family member.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe overall benefits of continuous care and doula support.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eValuable tips on how to find the right doula for you and your situation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"display: block;\" class=\"active\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGuests will hear directly from multiple experienced members of the SFDG and have an opportunity to ask questions about Doula support in a dedicated Q\u0026amp;A period.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"display: block;\" class=\"active\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAbout the SFDG\u003cb\u003e:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.sfdoulagroup.com\/\" title=\"sf doula group website\"\u003eThe San Francisco Doula Group\u003c\/a\u003e, founded in 2003, is a collective of experienced professional doulas serving the Bay Area.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"display: block;\" class=\"active\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(161, 89, 6);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWANT TO MEET DOULAS IN PERSON?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Come to our monthly \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturalresources-sf.com\/products\/find-a-doula-parent-registration-in-person\" title=\"find a doula parent registration link\"\u003eFind-a-Doula, parent + doula meet-up\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"display: block;\" class=\"active\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"display: none;\" class=\"\" id=\"tab2\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSoizig Le Boulch\u003c\/b\u003e- is a birthworker, bodyworker, self-care educator, \u0026amp; wellness aficionado who loves to tap into and nurture the innate wisdom of the body and the support provided by body-mind connection. 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She has attended over 600 births in homes, hospitals and birth centers. Michelle trained with The National Midwifery Institute, DONA, Lamaze International, Natural Resources, and The Farm Midwifery Clinic, but she considers birthing women and their partners to be her greatest teachers. For more information, visit www.welbornbaby.com\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTracy Massillon\u003c\/b\u003e is a mother of two, Educator, IBCLC, and Registered Nurse. She began working with birthing and new families as a Birth \u0026amp; Postpartum Doula in 2003. She joined the Natural Resources family of educators in 2005 and created the curriculum for our Childbirth Preparation, Breastfeeding, and Newborn Care \u0026amp; Parenting classes. In 2009, she became an IBCLC (Board Certified Lactation Consultant). 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All other REQUIRED live sessions are virtual.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAugust\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eTuesday, Aug 18\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e | 6:30-8:30 PM: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eOnline Gathering 1 \u003cstrong\u003e(Attendance Required)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeptember\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eTuesday, Sept 8 | 6:30-8:30 PM: Online Gathering 2 \u003cstrong\u003e(Attendance Required)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSaturday, Sept 26 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e| 1 PM-5 PM\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWellness + Wisdom Gathering in person at Natural Resources \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e(Optional)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eTuesday, Sept 29\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e | 6:30-8:30 PM: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOnline Gathering 3 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e(Attendance Required)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e AND Training Concludes - Online Modules Close\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOctober\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eRacism and Privilege in Birthwork Date TBD (typically a Saturday morning from 9-10 am virtual)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout Our Training\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBecoming a Postpartum Doula is an extraordinary opportunity to play a vital role in supporting families during one of the most transformative periods of their lives. 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The care of a Postpartum Doula can facilitate familial bonding with baby, allow parents to spend extra time with older siblings as they adjust to their new family structure, and generally provide more ease during a time of transition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnique Hybrid Experience\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis unique hybrid Doula Training experience offers the flexibility to learn at your own pace from the comfort of your home or a local café, with pre-recorded modules designed to make extensive amounts of information less overwhelming and easier to absorb.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe training features multiple guest speakers who present their experience and expertise throughout the duration of the training. As you progress through the material, you'll have regular virtual check-ins with your Facilitator, where you can connect with fellow participants, ask questions, and engage in meaningful discussions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe online course is pre-recorded and will be emailed to you when the course \"opens\". Your facilitator will provide all the details for the course one week before the class start date.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat Is Covered\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePostpartum Recovery:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Deep understanding of the process of healing physically and emotionally after birth, including self-care and mental wellness for new parents.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLactation:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Practical guidance on latch and positioning techniques, establishing a healthy milk supply, and overcoming common challenges.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePostpartum Nutrition:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Comprehensive understanding of the nutritional needs of birthing and lactating individuals.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWorking with LGBTQI+ Communities:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Fostering inclusivity by understanding the diverse needs of non-heteronormative families and the LGBTQI+ community. How Doulas can create a welcoming and affirming environment for all families, regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReproductive Justice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Intensive exploration into the systemic disparities in our healthcare system, particularly for marginalized groups. 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Our comprehensive Doula training occurs over multiple weeks allowing the student ample opportunities to connect deeply with your cohort, build a network for partnerships, and have ample time to move through the course content, ask questions, and receive feedback.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat we provide\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHolistic Approach:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e As a long-standing organization supporting new families, Natural Resources provides a unique, comprehensive perspective on the needs of both Doulas and parents.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExtensive, Multi-Week Training:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Spread over several weeks, this course provides more lecture hours and time for in-depth learning, allowing you to connect deeply with the material and ask questions along the way.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExperienced Instructors\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Learn from an expert Facilitator with over 20 years of experience and guest speakers with years of hands-on knowledge in the field of postpartum care.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOngoing Support:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e After training, you will continue to receive guidance and the opportunity to connect with other Doulas through our network and resource directory.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCertification Option:\u003c\/strong\u003e Upon completion of additional training requirements, you can earn Certification, helping to enhance your career and credibility as a Postpartum Doula. 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This workshop is your opportunity to build lasting connections with other aspiring Doulas and immerse yourself in a supportive, community-driven environment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis immersive 5-hour workshop offers aspiring and early-career Doulas valuable guidance from seasoned birth and postpartum professionals. Designed as a supportive space for growth and community building, participants will:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLearn from the Best:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Engage with our distinguished panel of experienced Doulas who will share their wisdom, practical strategies, and personal journeys in establishing thriving practices. This interactive session provides the perfect opportunity to ask your most pressing questions about building a successful and sustainable Doula business.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNourish Body and Spirit:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Refresh and restore with wholesome, nutritious refreshments provided by Doula Kitchen. Experience the restorative power of sonic therapy through our guided sound healing session, designed by Nirel the Yogini, to rejuvenate your energy and inspire your path forward.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuild Your Community:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Dedicated networking time allows you to forge meaningful connections with fellow birth and postpartum workers and potential mentors. Expand your professional circle while creating relationships that can support your journey in this deeply rewarding field.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis workshop creates a nurturing environment where your professional growth is supported through expert guidance, holistic well-being practices, and community connection—essential elements for anyone looking to establish themselves in the meaningful work of supporting new families.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYour Journey Begins Here\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBy the end of this course, you will have the knowledge, practical tools, and supportive community to confidently begin your Doula career with a foundation rooted in wisdom and self-love.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNR-trained Doulas receive ongoing professional support and the opportunity to showcase their services through various platforms, including our online resource directory and the monthly Find a Doula Meet \u0026amp; Greet.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEnroll today and start your journey to becoming a professional Postpartum Doula!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYour Facilitator\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTracy Massillon is a mother of two, Educator, IBCLC, and Registered Nurse. She began working with birthing and new families as a Birth \u0026amp; Postpartum Doula in 2003. She joined the Natural Resources family of educators in 2005 and created the curriculum for our Childbirth Preparation, Breastfeeding, and Newborn Care \u0026amp; Parenting classes. In 2009, she became an IBCLC (Board Certified Lactation Consultant). She has facilitated our weekly Breastfeeding Mothers Circle for over 10 years and enjoys supporting mothers as they learn to nourish and nurture their babies.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTracy is passionate about families receiving Doula support and trains new Birth and Postpartum Doulas with the goal that everyone will have access to compassionate and evidence-based support.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePricing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRegular price is $699\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Early Bird rate is $649\u003c\/strong\u003e and is available for a limited number of spaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePayment plan price is $750 and requires a 50% deposit to hold your space.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBalance is due 2 weeks prior to start date. 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Click here to purchase your membership today.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGoing back to work after parental leave is a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003emassive transition \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eand almost no one prepares you for the emotional side of it.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou've spent months keeping a small human (and yourself) alive on minimal sleep. You are not the same person who left. And now you're supposed to just... jump back in?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis workshop is for the gap between who you were before and who you're figuring out how to be now.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhether you can't wait to get back, are absolutely dreading it, or are somewhere in the extremely-sleep-deprived middle—you belong here.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWHAT YOU CAN EXPECT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Clarifying what you actually want (not just what seems reasonable to ask for)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Naming your non-negotiables—and figuring out how to negotiate for them\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Boundaries that work: the \"When X happens, I will Y\" framework + real scripts and examples\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- How to handle the hard drop-off mornings no one warns you about\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Breathing practices and tools for the moments you need support\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Your returning-to-work resource kit: checklist, scripts, and log-off rituals to keep\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWHO THIS IS FOR\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis session is for Moms who are returning to work in the next few weeks or months, or seriously thinking about what comes next. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll timelines and situations are welcome. You don't have to have it figured out because that's what we'll be doing inside the workshop—giving you some breathing room to put YOU first for a moment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou'll leave with clarity, a plan, and—according to the moms who've been in the room—solidarity and the feeling of not being alone in it.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease Note:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFacilitators are professionals who may have their own private practice. They may use their discretion to determine whether an additional fee is needed when their expertise is solicited outside of class.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFacilitator Bio:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"active\" style=\"display: block;\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNic Frick\u003c\/strong\u003e is a career coach, community builder, and the founder of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/nicfrick.com\/TCC\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Career Club\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e—a space for women who want work that actually fits their lives. She's interviewed 3,000+ candidates, trained hiring managers, and spoken for industry leaders, including Greenhouse Software. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShe's also a mom of two who has lived the transition she teaches—the disorientation, the identity shift, the dreaded daycare drop-off, all of it. Her approach blends proven career strategies with the kind of honesty that makes you feel like you're talking to a friend who cuts through the noise and hands you a plan that fits your actual life. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnd when she's not rescuing people from soul-crushing jobs, you'll find her planning her next vacation, sneaking off to a solo movie date (her best kept secret), or chasing her little humans around San Francisco with her husband.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cb id=\"docs-internal-guid-8ede8b54-7fff-b520-b86f-4f2eeb0028bd\"\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli id=\"tab2\" class=\"\" style=\"display: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNic Frick\u003c\/b\u003e Nic Frick is a career coach, community builder, and the founder of The Career Club—a space for women who want work that actually fits their lives. She's interviewed 3,000+ candidates, trained hiring managers, and spoken for industry leaders, including Greenhouse Software. \n\nShe's also a mom of two who has lived the transition she teaches—the disorientation, the identity shift, the dreaded daycare drop-off, all of it. 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The RIE® (Research for Infant Educarers) philosophy is all about respect -- specifically, responding to infants and children with the same respectfulness we try to use in our adult relationships.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this observational class series, parents are the natural experts, observing and learning from their own child, other participants, and from an experienced parent educator.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRather than a guided play activity class where parents decide how their children move and explore, this class is all about reading your toddler's cues and learning how to more carefully consider when to intervene in their exploration and more importantly, when not to.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeginning with a foundational overview of RIE philosophy and the work of Magda Gerber introducing respectful caregiving, this four part series will give you the space, time, and guidance to notice what your child can do rather than what they cannot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e-You will learn about and practice balancing your toddlers needs and your own and tune in to your unique child and family circumstance.\u003cbr\u003e-You will connect in the joy of observing your child's unfolding developmental process and discuss how to turn your home into a supportive sanctuary without expensive toys or gimmicks.\u003cbr\u003e-Along with facilitated discussion, there will be intentional time for observing the your toddler and the opportunity for reflection and development in your attunement and reverence for your toddler\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePlease Note:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e -Content covered in these sessions is included in the Details section below.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ci\u003e-Registration includes one adult and one child.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003e-See the Details tab for more information regarding COVID-19 safety protocols.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003e-\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/rie.org\/\"\u003eClick here to learn more about RIE®\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli id=\"tab2\" style=\"display: block;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003c!--This is the Details section (This line is just a signpost; please don’t edit.)--\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"ignore\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe curriculum is your child. Weekly class topics include all the basic Resources for Infant Educarers (RIE) Principles with relevant handouts. Any and all questions and concerns about infant development and parenting are welcome from every participant during an open sharing time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eEach session will generally follow 3 seprate blocks of content. Your time will begin with sensitive observation for 20-30 minutes followed by group discussion and course content facilitated by Lee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeek 1: What is Resources for Infant Educarers (RIE) and where did it come from? Who was Magda Gerber? Define “educarer”. TRUST in your child to be an initiator, an explorer and a self learner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeek 2: FREEDOM TO MOVE, to explore and INTERACT with others. The connection between movement and brain development.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeek 3: SENSITIVE OBSERVATION in order to understand your child’s needs. QUALITY WANTS NOTHING TIME. Learn from your baby; your baby is your teacher. TIME for uninterrupted play. “We do less so they can do more”.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWEEK 4: INVOLVEMENT OF YOUR CHILD in all caregiving activities to allow your child to become an active participant rather than a passive Recipient. QUALITY WANTS SOMETHING TIME. Using diapering, dressing, feeding, bathing as connecting times.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWEEK 5. The child’s ENVIRONMENT is physically safe, cognitively challenging and emotionally nurturing. Creating a safe YES SPACE for your baby. Simple, appropriate play objects and toys.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe following processes have been put into place in order to facilitate a clean learning environment for your child:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e-One or two adults per child may attend.\u003cbr\u003e-Only clean, sanitized toys will be available for play.\u003cbr\u003e-The facilitator will remove \"mouthed\" toys from the play space throughout the session.\u003cbr\u003e-All equipment will be sanitized between sessions.\u003cbr\u003e-Studio rugs will be covered with a clean sheet.\u003cbr\u003e-No food will be provided during class. We ask that snacks are provided prior to or following the session. \u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli id=\"tab3\" style=\"display: block;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003c!--This is the Facilitator(s) section (This line is just a signpost; please don’t edit.)--\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"ignore\"\u003eFacilitator(s)\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eLee Fernandez\u003c\/b\u003e has 55 years as a parent educator, teacher, preschool owner and administrator of university and military child care programs. Lee was fortunate to study and work directly with Maga Gerber. 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Our training includes 39 hours of engaging instruction that prepares\u003ci data-stringify-type=\"italic\"\u003e \u003c\/i\u003eyou to work in the doula profession. NR also provides ongoing community support and professional perks to all of its new doulas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eIMPORTANT:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e All sessions will be held in person at Natural Resources except Racism \u0026amp; Privilege in Birthwork LIVE Q\u0026amp;A. This session is \u003cb\u003eREQUIRED\u003c\/b\u003e and will be held virtually. Zoom information will be provided to you before your session.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"active\" style=\"display: block;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSee the Schedule \u0026amp; Details tab\u003c\/strong\u003e above for more info.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabs-content\"\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabs-content\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"active\" style=\"display: block;\"\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabs-content\"\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabs-content\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"active\" style=\"display: block;\"\u003eBirth Doulas act as a collaborator, support and advocate for the birthing person and support partner as they move through the transitional space known as labor. They use their continuous presence and knowledge of the anatomy, physiology, emotions and hormones of labor to empower the birthing person and support partner to facilitate the best outcomes. The support of a Birth Doula may include education and empowerment tools, helping create a birth preferences sheet, suggestions of comfort measures and positions during labor and birth, breathing techniques, and caring for the emotional well-being of the birthing person and support partner during and directly after labor. Research shows that continuous labor support reduces a person's likelihood of having pain medication, increases their satisfaction with their birth, and increases their chances of a spontaneous vaginal birth. Birth doulas work in all birth settings, including birth centers, homes \u0026amp; hospitals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"active\" style=\"display: block;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: red;\" color=\"red\"\u003eIMPORTANT NOTE:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e-Any in-person session may be moved to Zoom at our discretion.\u003cbr\u003e-Michelle is an active midwife. She may be called to attend a birth during a scheduled session. \u003cb\u003e Please hold the following dates in the event one of your sessions needs to be rescheduled: \u003c\/b\u003e  11\/3, 11\/5, 11\/10\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e-Course content \u0026amp; schedule is outlined in the Schedule + Details tab.\u003cbr\u003e-Payment details are outlined in the Schedule + Details tab.\u003cbr\u003e-\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturalresources-sf.com\/pages\/birth-doula-certification?_pos=1\u0026amp;_psq=birth%20doula%20\u0026amp;_ss=e\u0026amp;_v=1.0\"\u003eClick here for the Birth Doula Certification Requirements\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy train with Natural Resources?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabs-content\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"list-style-type: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eAs an organization that directly educates and supports new and expecting families, we are uniquely positioned to have a holistic view of the needs of both doulas and parents.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eNR-trained doulas receive ongoing support and the opportunity to present their services to parents via multiple avenues, including a free 1 year listing on our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/resourcedirectory.naturalresources-sf.com\/?utm_source=Klaviyo\u0026amp;utm_medium=campaign\u0026amp;_kx=\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eresource directory,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e participation in our monthly \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturalresources-sf.com\/products\/find-a-doula-doula-sign-up\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eFind a Doula Meet \u0026amp; Greet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, and exclusive access to families who submit \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturalresources-sf.com\/pages\/doula-inquiry-form\"\u003eour doula inquiry form\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eOur training is comprehensive, occurs over multiple weeks (rather than an intense weekend), and offers more lecture hours than many programs. This allows for:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eAmple opportunities to connect with your cohort, building a network for backups, partnerships and other support.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eMore time to fully absorb and comprehend the content, ask questions, and receive feedback. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eAttendees receive instruction from multiple facilitators, and various guest speakers present their experience, expertise, tips, and tricks throughout the course of the training.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eOur robust certification process allows doulas the opportunity to gain additional knowledge and get hands-on experience.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eYou'll be able to confidently work with families and market yourselves to potential clients and even birthing facilities.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli id=\"tab2\" class=\"\" style=\"display: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eUpon completion of this training the Birth Doula will:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Understand the stages of labor, common birth terminology and common interventions.\u003cbr\u003e- Be versed in comfort measures and therapies for various stages of labor and circumstances.\u003cbr\u003e- Feel confident in the knowledge and skills and ability to provide effective, continuous support to the birthing family. \u003cbr\u003e- Learn how to facilitate partner and family involvement.\u003cbr\u003e- Recognize intersections of oppression and some of the ways they impact birthing people and their families.\u003cbr\u003e- Develop skills to effectively prepare, educate and empower families throughout the childbearing cycle.\u003cbr\u003e- Learn ways to support families experiencing loss or unique birthing situations\/complications.\u003cbr\u003e- Be familiar with the differences in various birth environments – home, birth center and hospital.\u003cbr\u003e- Understand the of roles of different types of providers.\u003cbr\u003e- Possess the ability to establish a successful doula practice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSCHEDULE (all dates are required):\u003cbr\u003eThurs, Oct 1, 5:15 pm - 9:15 pm \u003cbr\u003eTues, Oct 6, 5:15 pm - 9:15 pm \u003cbr\u003eThurs, Oct 8, 5:15 pm - 9:15 pm\u003cbr\u003eSat, Oct 10 @ 9 am (Sabia Wade Live Q\u0026amp;A)\u003cbr\u003eTues, Oct 13, 5:15 pm - 9:15 pm \u003cbr\u003eThurs, Oct 15, 5:15 pm - 9:15 pm\u003cbr\u003eTues, Oct 20, 5:15 pm - 9:15 pm\u003cbr\u003eThurs, Oct 22, 5:15 pm - 9:15 pm\u003cbr\u003eTues, Oct 27, 5:15 pm - 9:15 pm\u003cbr\u003eThurs, Oct 29, 5:15 pm - 9:15 pm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePlease hold the following dates\u003c\/b\u003e in the event one of your sessions needs to be rescheduled: 11\/3, 11\/5, 11\/10\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eRacism \u0026amp; Privilege in Birthwork\u003c\/b\u003e course was created and is hosted by Sabia Wade. The session on Sat, October 10th, 9 am-10 am is a LIVE, virtual Q\u0026amp;A session with Sabia to allow students the opportunity to further discuss the information presented throughout the online course. \u003cb\u003eThe course must be completed prior to Oct 10\u003c\/b\u003e, and will be provided to you at the time of registration. Plan to spend 2-3 hours completing this online course.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePricing:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e-Regular price is $999. \u003cbr\u003e-The Early Bird rate is $949 and available for a limited number of students. \u003cbr\u003e-Payment plan price is $1,000 and requires a 50% deposit to hold your space. Balance is due 2 weeks prior to start date. Please call store to pay remainder of balance 415-550-2611.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRegular cancellation policy applies to all pricing options. We offer store credit only with at least 10 days' notice, no refunds are given.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli id=\"tab3\" class=\"\" style=\"display: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003emeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u0026gt;\n\u003ch2 class=\"rich-text__heading title\"\u003eBIRTH DOULA CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"feature_divider\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rich-text__text featured_text\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCertification Requirements must be completed and submitted within 2 years of your training at Natural Resources.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are an \"Established Doula\" (have worked for 25 families within the last five years) \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturalresources-sf.com\/pages\/coming-soon-certification-for-established-doulas\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eclick here\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e to learn more about becoming a certified doula via our International Established Doula Certification Program.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1. Attendance Requirements - complete entire 39 hour training\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 session may be missed and attended (within 1 year) at a future training.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you miss more than 1 session, you must enroll in a new training to receive a Certificate of Class Completion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"yj6qo\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2. Reading Requirements\u2028\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• \u003cem\u003eSelect 1 from each Category listed below \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Submit a 1 page personal response for each book. What is your reaction to the material? Do you agree\/disagree? Why? \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e(A) Pregnancy \u0026amp; Birth\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e- \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturalresources-sf.com\/products\/ina-mays-guide-to-childbirth\" title=\"Ina May's Guide to Childbirth\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eIna May’s Guide to Childbirth\u003c\/em\u003e by Ina May Gaskin\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e- \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturalresources-sf.com\/products\/birth-partner-5th-edition-a-complete-guide-to-childbirth-for-dads-partners-doulas-and-all-other-labor-companions\" title=\"The Birth Partner\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Birth Partner\u003c\/em\u003e by Penny Simkin\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e- \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturalresources-sf.com\/products\/babies-are-not-pizzas-theyre\" title=\"Babies Are Not Pizzas\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eBabies Are Not Pizzas\u003c\/em\u003e by Rebecca Dekker\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e- \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturalresources-sf.com\/products\/nurture-a-modern-guide-to-preg\" title=\"Nurture\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eNurture: A Modern Guide to Pregnancy, Birth, Early Motherhood and Trusting Yourself and Your Body\u003c\/em\u003e by Erica Chidi Cohen\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e- \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturalresources-sf.com\/products\/expecting-better\" title=\"Expecting Better\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eExpecting Better\u003c\/em\u003e by Emily Oster\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e- \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturalresources-sf.com\/products\/the-mama-natural-week-by-week-guide\" title=\"The Mama Natural Week Week-by-Week Guide to Pregnancy and Childbirth\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Mama Natural Week-by-Week Guide to Pregnancy and Childbirth\u003c\/em\u003e by Genevieve Howland\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e- \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturalresources-sf.com\/products\/ancient-map-for-modern-birth\" title=\"Ancient Map for Modern Birth\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eAncient Map for Modern Birth\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e by Pam England\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e- \u003cem\u003eOptimal Care in Childbirth: The Case for a Physiologic Approach\u003c\/em\u003e by Goer \u0026amp; Romano\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e- \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturalresources-sf.com\/products\/having-your-baby\" title=\"Having Your Baby\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eHaving Your Baby: For the Special Needs of Black Mothers-To-Be, from Conception to Newborn Care\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e by Hutcherson with Williams\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e(B) Doula Profession \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e- \u003cem\u003eThe Doula Book\u003c\/em\u003e by Klaus, Kennel and Klaus\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e- \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturalresources-sf.com\/products\/birth-ambassadors\" title=\"Birth Ambassadors\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eBirth Ambassadors: Doulas and the Re-emergence of Woman-Supported Birth in America\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e by Morton with Clift\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e- \u003cem\u003eThe Doula Business Guide: Creating a Successful MotherBaby Business\u003c\/em\u003e by Patty Brennan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e- \u003ca title=\"The Doulas: Radical Care for Pregnant People\" href=\"https:\/\/www.naturalresources-sf.com\/products\/the-doulas-radical-care-for-pregnant-people\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Doulas: Radical Care for Pregnant People\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e by Mahoney \u0026amp; Mitchell \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e- \u003cem\u003eThe Heart of a Doula\u003c\/em\u003e by Amy Gilliland\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e- \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturalresources-sf.com\/products\/birth-work-as-care-work\" title=\"Birth Work as Care Work\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eBirth Work as Care Work\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e by Alana Apfel \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e(C) Healing from Trauma \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e- \u003cem\u003eWhen Survivors Give Birth\u003c\/em\u003e by Klaus \u0026amp; Simkin\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e- \u003cem\u003eThe VBAC Companion\u003c\/em\u003e by Diane Korte\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e- \u003cem\u003eCut, Stapled and Mended\u003c\/em\u003e by Roanna Rosewood\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e- \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturalresources-sf.com\/products\/trauma-stewardship\" title=\"Trauma Stewardship\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eTrauma Stewardship: An Everyday Guide to Caring for Self while Caring for Others\u003c\/em\u003e by Lipsky\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e- \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturalresources-sf.com\/products\/a-good-birth-finding-the-positive-and-profound-in-your-childbirth-experience\" title=\"A Good Birth: Finding the Positive and Profound in Your Childbirth Experience\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eA Good Birth: Finding the Positive and Profound in Your Childbirth Experience\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e by Lyerly\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e- \u003cem\u003eSurvivor Moms: Women’s Stories of Birthing, Mothering and Healing after Sexual Abuse\u003c\/em\u003e by Spertich and Seng \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e(D) Reproductive Justice \u0026amp; Cultural Competency \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e-\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturalresources-sf.com\/products\/killing-the-black-body\" title=\"Killing the Black Body\"\u003e \u003cem\u003eKilling the Black Body\u003c\/em\u003e by Dorothy Roberts\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e- \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturalresources-sf.com\/products\/like-a-mother\" title=\"Like a Mother\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eLike a Mother: A Feminist Journey Through the Science and Culture of Pregnancy\u003c\/em\u003e by Angela Garbes\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e- \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturalresources-sf.com\/products\/reproductive-injustice\" title=\"Reproductive Injustice\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eReproductive Injustice: Racism, Pregnancy, and Premature Birth\u003c\/em\u003e by Dana-Ain Davis\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e- \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturalresources-sf.com\/products\/reproductive-justice-an-introduction\" title=\"Reproductive Justice\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eReproductive Justice: An Introduction\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e by Ross \u0026amp; Solinger\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e- \u003cem\u003eBirth in Eight Cultures\u003c\/em\u003e by Davis-Floyd \u0026amp; Cheyney\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e- \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturalresources-sf.com\/products\/wheres-the-mother\" title=\"Where's the Mother\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eWhere’s the Mother? Stories from a Transgender Dad\u003c\/em\u003e by Trevor MacDonald\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e- \u003cem\u003eJourney to Same-Sex Parenthood\u003c\/em\u003e by Eric Rosswood\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e- \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturalresources-sf.com\/products\/red-medicine\" title=\"Red Medicine\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eRed Medicine: Traditional Indigenous Rites of Birth and Healing\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e by Patrisia Gonzales \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e- \u003cem\u003eBattling Over Birth: Black Women and the Maternal Health Care Crisis\u003c\/em\u003e by Oparah, Arega, Hudson, Jones, Oseguera \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e(E) Postpartum \u0026amp; Lactation \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e- \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturalresources-sf.com\/products\/breastfeeding-made-simple\" title=\"Breastfeeding Made Simple\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eBreastfeeding Made Simple\u003c\/em\u003e by Nancy Mohrbacher\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e- \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturalresources-sf.com\/products\/the-fourth-trimester\" title=\"The Fourth Trimester\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Fourth Trimester: A Postpartum Guide to Healing Your Body, Balancing Your Emotions, and Restoring Your Vitality\u003c\/em\u003e by Kimberly Ann Johnson\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e- \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturalresources-sf.com\/products\/the-first-forty-days\" title=\"The First Forty Days\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe First Forty Days: The Essential Art to Nourishing the New Mother\u003c\/em\u003e by Ou with Greeven and Belger\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e- \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturalresources-sf.com\/products\/latch\" title=\"Latch\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eLatch: A Handbook for Breastfeeding with Confidence at Every Stage\u003c\/em\u003e by Robin Kaplan\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e- \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturalresources-sf.com\/products\/a-taste-of-our-own-medicine\" title=\"A Taste of Our Own Medicine\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eA Taste of Our Own Medicine: 3 Vital Keys To Ending Postnatal Depletion, Nurturing Mothers And Improving Communities\u003c\/em\u003e by Danett Bean \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e- \u003cem\u003eThe Black Woman's Guide to Breastfeeding: The Definitive Guide to Nursing for African American Mothers\u003c\/em\u003e by Katherine Barber \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e(F) Films \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e- The Business of Being Born \u003c\/em\u003eproduced by Ricki Lake and Abby Epstein \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e- More Business of Being Born (2011) \u003c\/em\u003eproduced by Ricki Lake and Abby Epstein\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e- Microbirth \u003c\/em\u003eproduced by Harman and Wakeford\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e- Why Not Home? \u003c\/em\u003eproduced by Jessica Moore \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3. Proof of current Adult and Infant\/Child CPR certification\u003c\/strong\u003e (Neonatal Resuscitation class is strongly recommended, though not required.)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e4. Proof of completed HIPAA training\u003c\/strong\u003e (hipaatraining.us provides a free training)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e5. Attendance at 6 births\u003c\/strong\u003e (occurring during or after the training) At least 3 births must include at least 1 prenatal meeting, continuous labor support, and at least 1 postpartum meeting within two weeks of baby’s birth. Must include Evaluation of Family Support Services form and Doulas Reflection on Family Support form for each birth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e6. Agree to Natural Resources Doula Code of Ethics\/Standards of Practice\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNatural Resources trained Doulas will receive our Certification Packet at the time of training. Once you have completed all of the required paperwork, you will purchase the Certification Application (linked inside the packet) for a $75 fee. If you trained with Natural Resources and need access to the Certification Packet, please email classes@naturalresources-sf.com.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli id=\"tab4\" class=\"\" style=\"display: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMichelle Welborn\u003c\/b\u003e Michelle Welborn is a Homebirth Midwife, Childbirth Educator and Doula. She has attended nearly 1000 births in homes, hospitals and birth centers and worked with hundreds of families during their pregnancies and postpartums. Michelle trained with The National Midwifery Institute, DONA, Lamaze International, Natural Resources, and The Farm Midwifery Clinic, but she considers birthing women and their partners to be her greatest teachers. For more information, visit www.welbornbaby.com\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eClaudia\u003c\/b\u003e was born and raised in San Francisco's Mission district. She utilized NR many years ago following the birth of her oldest child, now 27 years later- she is giving back to the very place that helped her. Claudia is a mother of two loving sons. She has a background in nursing and worked in Oncology and Hospice for 15 years and in Reproductive Health since 2016. Claudia loves helping families in their journey with compassion, support and empowerment. She believes through her experiences as a Nurse and as a Mother;that is what has prepared her to become a doula. Claudia completed her birth and postpartum doula training with Natural Resources in 2021. She felt the training just solidified her drive and desire to do birth work. She has been working as a Doula in the SF Bay Area since 2021 and has helped over 130 families in hospital, home and birth center settings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSabia Wade (she\/they)\u003c\/b\u003e was called to birthwork after witnessing the variance in quality of treatment and outcomes across races while working in hospitals and across the medical industrial complex. Inspired, she shifted her career path from a desire to support people through nursing to advocating for reproductive justice as a Full Spectrum Doula. 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Stop guessing what your baby is trying to tell you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBaby Sign Language (Birth to 18 months) gives babies the opportunity to communicate long before they can verbalize their wants and needs. Our six-week playgroup is a fun opportunity for parents to build their signing vocabulary with themes like mealtime, animals, colors, family, bedtime, and more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEighteen sessions are split into three different six-day series named after the primary colors: Red, Yellow, and Blue. It is recommended that participants enroll in the Introductory Workshop prior to taking a playgroup series.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn each session you will:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e-Sing Songs\u003cbr\u003e-Read and Sign popular board books\u003cbr\u003e-Learn valuable tips to help your child learn more than 100+ signs!\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePlease Note:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e-Content covered in these sessions is included in the Details section below.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ci\u003e-You are welcome to bring your baby, but it is not required.**\u003cbr\u003e-Deaf, Hard of Hearing, Cognitive Disabilities, Neurodiversities: This program is appropriate for parents of children that are hearing or with hearing differences, cognitive disabilities such as autism, apraxia, Down Syndrome or other neurodiversities. This program uses signs based on American Sign Language (ASL). It is not an ASL course. ASL is a rich and beautifully distinct language that has a different sentence structure and morphology than English. We encourage parents with children diagnosed as deaf to seek Deaf outreach early and to contact their local community college or state school for the Deaf or a Deaf advocacy center to learn ASL and become familiar with the unique culture of the Deaf community. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=io7z5PftOU4\"\u003eWatch this video to learn more.\u003c\/a\u003e We are in support of parents of Deaf children (PODC) who realize the importance of integrating sign language into their everyday lives as soon as possible. Learn more about the recent research regarding early language deprivation in the Deaf community in \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=ZodmmKuh6Jo\"\u003ethis interview with Wyatte C. Hall. Ph.D.\u003c\/a\u003e We also recommend consulting with your pediatrician and speech therapist about any concerns you may have regarding possible speech delay or other medical issues.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"display: block;\" id=\"tab2\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003c!--This is the Details section (This line is just a signpost; please don’t edit.)--\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"ignore\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRed Series:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e-Day #1 Magic 7* Signs plus Mealtime Red\u003cbr\u003e-Day #2 Colors and Clothing\u003cbr\u003e-Day #3 Animals on the Farm\u003cbr\u003e-Day #4 Bath Time Signs\u003cbr\u003e-Day #5 Weather Signs\u003cbr\u003e-Day #6 Family Signs \u0026amp; Series Review\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYellow Series:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e-Day #1 Magic 7* Signs plus Mealtime Yellow\u003cbr\u003e-Day #2 Colors and Garden Critters\u003cbr\u003e-Day #3 Animals in the Zoo\u003cbr\u003e-Day #4 Safety and Senses\u003cbr\u003e-Day #5 Feelings and Emotions\u003cbr\u003e-Day #6 Opposites \u0026amp; Series Review\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlue Series:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e-Day #1 Magic 7* Signs plus Mealtime Blue\u003cbr\u003e-Day #2 Ocean Animals\u003cbr\u003e-Day #3 Things that go Zoom\u003cbr\u003e-Day #4 Bedtime Signs\u003cbr\u003e-Day #5 Playtime and Manners\u003cbr\u003e-Day #6 Woodland Animals \u0026amp; Series Review\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Magic 7 signs are the basic starter signs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e**Babies are welcome in class, or parents may come on their own, since babies will do the bulk of their learning through being exposed to signs by their caregivers in their daily routines rather than in a class once a week, just like with spoken language. We call the series of classes \"playgroups\" because it's the grown-ups that are playing, having fun growing their vocabulary and confidence, using the signs with interactive games and songs. Many of the younger babies sleep through class or are nursing. At this stage of the game, the babies are just along for the ride. If you have really mobile toddler you might prefer our Toddler Series.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you have an active toddler you might consider attending without your child so that you can focus and get the most out of class. If you do bring your baby, have some things to keep your child occupied and happy, like a few favorite toys, snacks and drink. Older siblings are welcome if the instructor feels there is enough room and you feel they will do alright.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhen can you start learning how to sign with your baby?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStart Now. You’ll hear six to eight months old is an optimal time to start signing with your baby. After babies are six months old, they are starting to associate words with the world around them. That's language whether spoken or gestured. Their long-term memory is developmentally ready to retain the signs they see. At six months of age babies’ motor skills and hand-eye coordination are at a stage to be able to make more precise gestures. Having said this,\u003ci\u003e it’s perfectly fine to start earlier than six months old\u003c\/i\u003e. That way you will be ready with a solid signing vocabulary when your baby is six months old! Start building your baby sign language skills today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTwo reasons why we suggest parents start early on:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1. We’ve found the younger the baby is the easier it is for parents to pay attention in class. Older babies often demand more attention during class and pull the parent’s focus away.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2. Many parents are very interested in learning baby sign language however they end up going back to work when their baby is four months old at which point they don’t have the time to attend the classes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s worthwhile to note that many Deaf parents sign with their babies from birth. Their babies generally sign back significantly earlier than babies in hearing families do. The only caveat is that when you start signing with a very young baby and you don't see any results, don't give up. Be patient and remember that receptive language comes before expressive language whether it's signed or verbal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhen does a baby start to sign back to you?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you start signing regularly to babies when they're under seven months of age you can reasonably expect them to sign back when they’re between eight and ten months old. It really depends on how often you sign with them and it also depends on your baby’s personal agenda. 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Simple, engaging play objects and toys.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe following processes have been put into place in order to facilitate a clean learning environment for your child:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e-One or two adults per child may attend.\u003cbr\u003e-Only clean, sanitized toys will be available for play.\u003cbr\u003e-The facilitator will remove \"mouthed\" toys from the play space throughout the session.\u003cbr\u003e-All equipment will be sanitized between sessions.\u003cbr\u003e-Studio rugs will be covered with a clean sheet.\u003cbr\u003e-No food will be provided during class. We ask that snacks are provided prior to or following the session. \u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"display: block;\" id=\"tab3\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003c!--This is the Facilitator(s) section (This line is just a signpost; please don’t edit.)--\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"ignore\"\u003eFacilitator(s)\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eLee Fernandez\u003c\/b\u003e has 55 years as a parent educator, teacher, preschool owner and administrator of university and military child care programs. Lee was fortunate to study and work directly with Maga Gerber. She has been teaching RIE® Parent-Infant Guidance Classes since 1988. www.discoveryourbaby.org\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Lee Fernandez","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39418817937517,"sku":"","price":218.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0286\/9103\/8317\/products\/rier-discover-your-baby-pre-crawling-in-person-lee-fernandez.jpg?v=1658793482"},{"product_id":"introducing-solids-raising-a-healthy-eater","title":"Introducing Solids \u0026 Raising a Healthy Eater: Virtual","description":"\u003c!--Start tab labels--\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabs\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca class=\"active\" href=\"#tab1\"\u003e CLASS DESCRIPTION \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab2\" class=\"\"\u003e FACILITATOR(S) \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab3\" class=\"\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!--Start tab content--\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabs-content\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"active\" id=\"tab1\" style=\"display: block;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe non-member rate for this workshop is $45 and the member rate is $30 for 1 Caregiver. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/natural-resources-hq.myshopify.com\/pages\/memberships\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eClick here\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e to purchase your membership today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis workshop is designed for families with little ones 3-6 months of age anticipating the first solid foods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's not always easy to know when to start solids, which food to introduce first, or how to safely prepare them for your infant. This class will take all of the guesswork out of giving your baby the best nutrition and a healthy relationship with food right from the start.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThroughout the course of this workshop you will cover the following topics;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e-Understanding when your child is ready for solid food and why\u003cbr\u003e-Safe first foods (looking beyond rice cereal and across the globe)\u003cbr\u003e-Foods to avoid\u003cbr\u003e-How much food to give your child\u003cbr\u003e-Food texture and choking hazards\u003cbr\u003e-Recommended tool kit for making first feedings fun and stress-free\u003cbr\u003e-Discussion of your own relationship with food\u003cbr\u003e-Conversation on family mealtime and why it’s important\u003cbr\u003e-Recommended resources on healthy eating for you and your growing child\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePlease Note: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e-Caregivers of the same child are encouraged to attend and receive a discounted registration rate.\u003cbr\u003e-Facilitators are professionals who may have their own private practice. They may use their discretion to determine whether an additional fee is needed when their expertise is solicited outside of class.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFacilitator Bio:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMandy Murphy Carroll \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003egrew up with a love of eating home-cooked meals together in community with family and friends. The power of family meals and seeing food as medicine are what ultimately drove her to pursue a Bachelor of Science in Nutrition at the University of Arizona. She completed her year-long dietetic internship in San Juan, Puerto Rico, and has been credentialed as a Registered Dietitian since 2009. She has worked in a variety of settings as a dietitian: at Marin County's Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) program; at a perinatal clinic; in microbiome, nutrition, and food insecurity-related research with Stanford University, Project Open Hand, and most recently at the University of California, San Francisco. Mandy has two young children who frequently help her cook and prepare meals. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli id=\"tab2\" class=\"\" style=\"display: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMandy Murphy Carroll\u003c\/b\u003e grew up with a love of eating home cooked meals together in community with family and friends. The power of family meals and seeing food as medicine are what ultimately drove her to pursue a Bachelors of Science in Nutrition at University of Arizona. She completed her year-long dietetic internship in San Juan, Puerto Rico and has been credentialed as a Registered Dietitian since 2009. She has worked in a variety of settings as a dietitian: at Marin County's Women Infants and Children (WIC) program; at a perinatal clinic; in microbiome, nutrition, and food insecurity related research with Stanford University and University of California San Francisco; and most recently at Project Open Hand. Mandy has two young children who frequently help her cook and prepare meals. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli id=\"tab3\" class=\"\" style=\"display: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Mandy Murphy Carroll","offers":[{"title":"1 Caregiver","offer_id":33083222491245,"sku":"","price":45.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2 Caregivers (of the same child)","offer_id":33083223015533,"sku":"","price":68.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0286\/9103\/8317\/products\/introducing-solids-raising-a-healthy-eater-virtual-michaele-kruger.jpg?v=1658793532"},{"product_id":"baby-sign-language-intro-class","title":"Baby Sign Language Intro Class: Virtual","description":"\u003c!--Start tab labels--\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabz\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"display: inline;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab1\"\u003e CLASS DESCRIPTION \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"display: inline;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab2\"\u003e DETAILS \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"display: inline;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab3\"\u003e FACILITATOR(S) \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe non-member rate for this workshop is $60 and the member rate is $45 for 1 Caregiver. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturalresources-sf.com\/pages\/memberships\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e to purchase your membership today.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--Start tab content--\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabz-content\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"display: block;\" id=\"tab1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003c!--This is the Class Description section (This line is just a signpost; please don’t edit.)--\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"ignore\"\u003eClass Description\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Intro class is designed for parents with babies birth to 18 months and gives you clarity about the benefits of baby sign, a taste of what a series looks like, and is a great beginning to your baby sign journey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBaby Sign Language gives babies the opportunity to communicate long before they can verbalize their wants and needs. Signing with babies provides the following benefits:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e-Accelerates language acquisition\u003cbr\u003e-Reduces frustration\u003cbr\u003e-Enhances a child's self esteem\u003cbr\u003e-Deepens the bond between parent and child.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou will experience fun activities and songs that show you how easy it can be to integrate more than 30 basic signs into your everyday routine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePlease Note:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n\u003ci\u003e-Content covered in these sessions is included in the Details section below.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\n\u003ci\u003e-Caregivers of the same child are encouraged to attend and receive a discounted registration rate.\u003cbr\u003e-You are welcome to bring your baby, but it is not required.\u003cbr\u003e- Deaf, Hard of Hearing, Cognitive Disabilities, Neurodiversities - This program is appropriate for parents of children that are hearing or with hearing differences, cognitive disabilities such as autism, apraxia, Down Syndrome or other neurodiversities. This program uses signs based on American Sign Language (ASL). It is not an ASL course. ASL is a rich and beautifully distinct language that has a different sentence structure and morphology than English. We encourage parents with children diagnosed as deaf to seek Deaf outreach early and to contact their local community college or state school for the Deaf or a Deaf advocacy center to learn ASL and become familiar with the unique culture of the Deaf community. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=io7z5PftOU4\"\u003eWatch this video to learn more.\u003c\/a\u003e We are in support of parents of Deaf children (PODC) who realize the importance of integrating sign language into their everyday lives as soon as possible. Learn more about the recent research regarding early language deprivation in the Deaf community in \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=ZodmmKuh6Jo\"\u003ethis interview with Wyatte C. Hall. Ph.D.\u003c\/a\u003e We also recommend consulting with your pediatrician and speech therapist about any concerns you may have regarding possible speech delay or other medical issues.\u003c\/i\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"display: block;\" id=\"tab2\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003c!--This is the Details section (This line is just a signpost; please don’t edit.)--\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"ignore\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhen can you start learning how to sign with your baby?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStart Now. You’ll hear six to eight months old is an optimal time to start signing with your baby. After babies are six months old, they are starting to associate words with the world around them. That's language whether spoken or gestured. Their long-term memory is developmentally ready to retain the signs they see. At six months of age babies’ motor skills and hand-eye coordination are at a stage to be able to make more precise gestures. Having said this,\u003ci\u003e it’s perfectly fine to start earlier than six months old\u003c\/i\u003e. That way you will be ready with a solid signing vocabulary when your baby is six months old! Start building your baby sign language skills today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTwo reasons why we suggest parents start early on:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1. We’ve found the younger the baby is the easier it is for parents to pay attention in class. Older babies often demand more attention during class and pull the parent’s focus away.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2. Many parents are very interested in learning baby sign language however they end up going back to work when their baby is four months old at which point they don’t have the time to attend the classes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s worthwhile to note that many Deaf parents sign with their babies from birth. Their babies generally sign back significantly earlier than babies in hearing families do. The only caveat is that when you start signing with a very young baby and you don't see any results, don't give up. Be patient and remember that receptive language comes before expressive language whether it's signed or verbal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhen does a baby start to sign back to you?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you start signing regularly to babies when they're under seven months of age you can reasonably expect them to sign back when they’re between eight and ten months old. It really depends on how often you sign with them and it also depends on your baby’s personal agenda. Yes, every baby has their own agenda and, much like their first step or the day they are potty trained, they ultimately are the ones that decide when they are ready to start signing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAre babies required to attend class?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBabies are welcome. However, babies are not required to to attend class. If your baby is napping or cranky, it is perfectly fine to come without your baby because we are teaching you, the parents, American sign language. At this stage of the game, the babies are just along for the ride. We call these classes \"playgroups\" not because the babies are playing; It's you, the grown-ups that are playing, having fun growing your vocabulary and sign language skills, using the signs with interactive games and songs. If anyone has a really active toddler on the move it is fine to attend sans child so that you can focus on the ASL lesson plans. That being said, we can handle active toddlers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere is a link to Bill's \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.happybabysigns.com\/faqs.html\"\u003eFAQ page\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"display: block;\" id=\"tab3\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003c!--This is the Facilitator(s) section (This line is just a signpost; please don’t edit.)--\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"ignore\"\u003eFacilitator(s)\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBill White\u003c\/b\u003e received his Bachelor of Science Degree in Psychobiology from University of California, Santa Cruz. He is the director of Happy Baby Signs' Baby Sign Language program and a baby sign language instructor. 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Whether this is your first baby or your third, come connect with others in this significant experience of growing a person and becoming a parent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e-Build community\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e-Make lasting friendships\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e-Receive support, empowerment, and resources as you navigate your way through this unique journey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePlease Note: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eIMPORTANT IN-PERSON POLICY:\u003c\/strong\u003e If health and safety concerns warrant it (uptick in COVID-19 infection, poor air quality due to wild fires, etc) all in-person classes may be moved to a virtual format. Refunds and rescheduling, would not be offered in these circumstances. By signing up for in-person classes you are agreeing to this stipulation. We reserve the right to make this change at our discretion\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli id=\"tab2\" class=\"\" style=\"display: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli id=\"tab3\" class=\"\" style=\"display: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMikka Bonel\u003c\/b\u003e is the founder of Birthing Yoga and Holistic Healing. She has over 1,000 hours of training in yoga, bodywork and birth-work. Mikka is a prenatal and postnatal educator, yoga instructor, bodyworker, 1:1 Yoga\/Life coach, Ayurvedic postpartum doula and Somatic Trauma coach. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMikka's main teachers\/mentors: Jane Austin (pre\/postnatal yoga guru), Harvey Deutch (Yoga Therapuetics), Leslie Howard (Pelvic Floor yoga) and Jenna Furnari (Bodywork and postpartum doula) br\u0026gt;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMikka is devoted to welcoming your body, heart and soul into this massive transitional period so that you feel held, capable and STRONG. She believes in strength in softness and trusting the deeper wisdom we all have to make the best choices for ourselves and our babies. She radically advocates for self love and connection being the most important ingredients for thriving during one of the most difficult transitions for your life. Mikka radically advocates for education around the first year of postpartum as our society doesn't talk about such things! 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Mikka is here to say, \"Hell no!\" It does NOT have to be that way.\n\n\n\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Core Facilitators","offers":[{"title":"*","offer_id":41849453609069,"sku":"","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0286\/9103\/8317\/products\/in-person-bay-area-bellies-a-pregnant-parent-meetup-core-facilitators.png?v=1658793605"},{"product_id":"in-person-lactation-support-circle","title":"Lactation Support Circle: In-Person","description":"\u003c!--Start tab labels--\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabs\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab1\" class=\"active\"\u003e CLASS DESCRIPTION \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca class=\"\" href=\"#tab2\"\u003e DETAILS \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca class=\"\" href=\"#tab3\"\u003e FACILITATOR(S) \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!--Start tab content--\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabs-content\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"display: block;\" id=\"tab1\" class=\"active\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe non-member rate for this workshop is $15 and is FREE for members. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/natural-resources-hq.myshopify.com\/pages\/memberships\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eClick here\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e to purchase your membership today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRegistration prior to arriving at Natural Resources is required. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis group is for: All parents who are nursing (breastfeeding or chestfeeding) or pumping milk to give a bottle, and their partners. You are encouraged to bring your nursing child with you. We also encourage pregnant parents to come by before your baby is born, so you can see what lactation looks like and get a heads up on the kinds of issues that can arise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePregnant people can attend for FREE (email classes@naturalresources-sf.com to register).\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThough nursing your baby is one of most natural acts, it can be challenging, especially during the early weeks as you recover from your baby's birth and adjust to new parenthood. If you have any concerns getting support immediately is one of the best ways to help ensure a satisfying nursing relationship. In this group breastfeeding and chestfeeding parents can get help with a poor latch, supply issues, pumping, introducing a bottle \u0026amp; more. This is also a great opportunity for you to connect, share and form friendships with other nursing moms and parents.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBefore nursing, babies can be weighed on a digital scale to help assess how much milk the baby is taking in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePlease Note:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e-Bring your own blanket, boppy, and\/or nursing pillow to use during the circle.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ci\u003e-This group is not held on all major holidays. Please check the schedule.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003e-Common topics discussed during this group are listed in the Details tab.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"display: none;\" class=\"\" id=\"tab2\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe will follow all CDC and City of SF Department of Public Health COVID-19 guidelines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePlease note: \u003c\/b\u003e Masks are no longer required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConcerns that can be addressed include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e-How to know if your baby is getting enough milk\u003cbr\u003e-Slow weight gain\u003cbr\u003e-INcorrect latch and causes (tongue tie, etc.)\u003cbr\u003e-Sore nipples or breasts\u003cbr\u003e-Clogged ducts and mastitis\u003cbr\u003e-Increasing supply\u003cbr\u003e-Dealing with oversupply\u003cbr\u003e-When and how to supplement\u003cbr\u003e-When you should pump\u003cbr\u003e-Get tips for nursing and pumping when going back to work\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"display: none;\" class=\"\" id=\"tab3\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAmy Clark\u003c\/b\u003e is a Registered Nurse and Board Certified Lactation Consultant. Since 1995, Amy has worked in a variety of healthcare fields and brings a wealth of medical knowledge to the Natural Resources team. Amy is dedicated to offering \"best practice\" guidelines for breastfeeding and infant nutrition, as well as realistic goals for families.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eJulianne Schoepp\u003c\/b\u003e has over 25 years of experience as a birth and postpartum doula, providing prenatal support and education, labor support and postpartum care. She became an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant in 2022. She is passionate about ensuring that all families have access to resources for support. 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The registration fee includes two caregivers.  \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturalresources-sf.com\/pages\/memberships\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e to purchase your membership today.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis class is appropriate for all families with a little one on the way. If you are giving birth we strongly recommend that you complete your prenatal education no later than your 36th week of pregnancy. Starting this course between weeks 28-32 will allow you time to comfortably integrate the content into your birth preparation and further explore topics that spark your interest.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNote: \u003cstrong\u003eMany classes fill up quickly! If you would like to take our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturalresources-sf.com\/products\/childbirth-prep-6-week-series\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eChildbirth Prep 6 Week Series\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e you may need to begin prior to 28 weeks.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--Start tab content--\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabz-content\"\u003e\n\u003cli id=\"tab1\" style=\"display: block;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003c!--This is the Class Description section (This line is just a signpost; please don’t edit.)--\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"ignore\"\u003eClass Description\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNewborn Care \u0026amp; Parenting is designed for parents-to-be needing practical information on caring for your newborn. This workshop will increase your confidence through the transition to parenthood and incorporates direct instruction paired with hands-on practice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe focus of the class is the first 1-2 months of your baby’s life outside of the womb. You’ll learn how to adjust to being a parent and take care of yourself at the same time. Newborn appearance and clinical procedures will be summarized. Methods for swaddling, diapering and soothing newborns will be demonstrated and practiced.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePlease Note:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e-Content covered in these sessions is included in the Details section below.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ci\u003e-We recommend taking Breast\/Chest Feeding Class prior to this class if you plan to nurse your baby as this topic will NOT be discussed at length.\u003cbr\u003e-Participants are encouraged to dress comfortably as you will be on the floor for the hands-on portion of the class.\u003cbr\u003e-There will be a break for lunch, but you are encouraged to bring something for lunch as there may not be enough time to order and pick up food.\u003cbr\u003e-The registration fee includes a birth partner\/support person.\u003cbr\u003e- You may be eligible for full or partial reimbursement for this course through your insurance. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturalresources-sf.com\/pages\/reimbursement-for-prenatal-classes-lactation-essentials\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e to view more details.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e \u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIMPORTANT IN-PERSON POLICY:\u003c\/strong\u003e If health and safety concerns warrant it (uptick in COVID-19 infection, poor air quality due to wild fires, etc) all in-person classes may be moved to a virtual format. Refunds and rescheduling, would not be offered in these circumstances. By signing up for in-person classes you are agreeing to this stipulation. We reserve the right to make this change at our discretion\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli id=\"tab2\" style=\"display: block;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003c!--This is the Details section (This line is just a signpost; please don’t edit.)--\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"ignore\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTopics of discussion include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e-Interpreting your baby’s cues\u003cbr\u003e-Sleep\u003cbr\u003e-Emotional adjustment\u003cbr\u003e-Postpartum support\u003cbr\u003e-What to expect regarding newborn behavior\u003cbr\u003e-Feeding your baby (see note regarding lactation below)\u003cbr\u003e-Latest recommendations from experts in the field\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe goal of this class is to make you feel better prepared to take care of your little one especially when you have not have much exposure to newborns in the past.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli id=\"tab3\" style=\"display: block;\"\u003e\n\u003c!--This is the Facilitator(s) section (This line is just a signpost; please don’t edit.)--\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"ignore\"\u003eFacilitator(s)\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e Nile Nash \u003c\/b\u003e MSN, RN, WHNP-BC, CNM is a mama of two little boys and currently offers postpartum midwifery care packages and sleep consultations. Nile is also certified as a Child Passenger Safety Technician through Safe Kids Worldwide and will renew her certification every two years. Nile's technician number is SKID #T839019. Her practice, Mama Lion, was born in 2005 when she started out as a DONA Doula and Birthing From Within Mentor before attending UCSF’s MEPN Master’s program from 2007-2010 to become a nurse midwife. Mama Lion Midwifery thrived in San Francisco for 9 years in the beautiful community of homebirth midwives in the Bay Area. The last few years have been consumed by birthing and raising two little ones during the pandemic and tending to her family. The newest chapter of her calling as a midwife has focused Nile’s professional role on the fourth trimester postpartum period. Mama Lion now cares for families who birth in the hospital but have the wisdom to set up a postpartum plan. Nile is thrilled to be working with the Natural Resources family as the newest facilitator of the New Mothers Circle and the Pregnant Together Circle. www.mamalion.org.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eLauren Miller Brown\u003c\/b\u003e is a Certified Doula at Moon Belly Birth, Director of Education and Programming at Natural Resources and wife \u0026amp; Mom. She is a San Francisco Bay Area native who specializes in providing doula services and childbirth education classes. She has been a birth doula since 2007 and feels very fortunate that she is so passionate about her work and that she found it at such a young age. Her work continues to inspire her to this day and she can't imagine doing anything else.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLauren's road to birth work began after taking a Doulas of North America training in 2007. After completing her Doula certification she enrolled in Alive and Well! The Institute of Conscious Bodywork. She went on to graduate from the National Midwifery Institute in 2014. She most recently graduated from UCSD's Lactation Consultant program and hopes to be an IBCLC in 2026. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMikka Bonel\u003c\/b\u003e is the founder of Birthing Yoga and Holistic Healing. She has over 1,000 hours of training in yoga, bodywork and birth-work. Mikka is a prenatal and postnatal educator, yoga instructor, bodyworker, 1:1 Yoga\/Life coach, Ayurvedic postpartum doula and Somatic Trauma coach. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMikka's main teachers\/mentors: Jane Austin (pre\/postnatal yoga guru), Harvey Deutch (Yoga Therapuetics), Leslie Howard (Pelvic Floor yoga) and Jenna Furnari (Bodywork and postpartum doula) br\u0026gt;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMikka is devoted to welcoming your body, heart and soul into this massive transitional period so that you feel held, capable and STRONG. 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If you are not pregnant or you are interested in attending as a professional please contact us at classes@naturalresources-sf.com for more information.\u003cbr\u003e- You may be eligible for full or partial reimbursement for this course through your insurance. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturalresources-sf.com\/pages\/reimbursement-for-prenatal-classes-lactation-essentials\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e to view more details.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIMPORTANT IN-PERSON POLICY:\u003c\/strong\u003e If health and safety concerns warrant it (uptick in COVID-19 infection, poor air quality due to wild fires, etc) all in-person classes may be moved to a virtual format. Refunds and rescheduling, would not be offered in these circumstances. By signing up for in-person classes you are agreeing to this stipulation. We reserve the right to make this change at our discretion.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"display: none;\" class=\"\" id=\"tab2\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\n\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAmita Graham \u003c\/b\u003e MSN, RN, WHNP-BC, CNM, I became a doula in 1998 when my daughter was 2 years old. My own low-intervention, birth center birth attended by midwives, and working as a doula, validated my desire to become a midwife. I recognized how hard it is to attend births with a little one at home. Since I had a young family,  I chose the slow path to midwifery. I focus my career on breastfeeding and lactation support, health education, and nutrition. I raised my daughter in Tucson, Arizona, where I also attended the University of Arizona, earning a BS in Community Health Science and an MPH in Family Child Health\/Global Health. I became an IBCLC in 2007, and I still hold this certification. Eventually, when my daughter graduated from high school in 2014, I  moved to California and attended the Nurse-Midwifery program at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF).\nI have worked in Family Child Health professions for over 20 years. I worked at California Pacific Medical Center (CPMC) - Newborn Connections as a lactation consultant from 2014 to 2020. During my time in midwifery school, I had the privilege of working in Women’s and Children’s Services at many Bay Area hospitals, including UCSF Mission Bay, Zuckerberg San Francisco General, Kaiser San Francisco, Stanford, Sutter Mission Bernal, Mt Zion Women’s Health Clinic, and Highland Hospital in Oakland. Through the years, my professional roles have included Doula, Health Educator, Early Childhood Health and Nutrition Director, Public Health Consultant, Lactation Consultant, Nurse Practitioner, and Midwife. I have experience working with national programs aimed at improving health outcomes for families and children,  including CenteringPregnancy® Baby Friendly Hospital Initiative, Communities Putting Prevention to Work, Head Start, and the Women Infant and Child’s (WIC) programs, Currently I serve as the President of the California Nurse Midwives Association (CNMA), doing what I can to support policy and practice for women’s health and midwifery care in California and nationally.\nI find joy in working with a diverse population and have a special interest in improving health outcomes for Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC). As a BIPOC person, I understand the importance of racially concordant care. I strive to bring a humble approach to the communities I serve. As a compassionate health care provider, I provide highly effective, personalized emotional and physical support and gender-affirming care to people of all ages and stages of life, including pre- and postmenopausal, pregnant, and postpartum. My goal is to improve health outcomes for families and communities in the Bay Area. I enjoy spending time with my family. I live with my husband, Aaron, and my niece, Nora. My 18-month-old granddaughter, Dakota, lives in Arizona with my daughter, Lily, and we visit each other often. In our free time, we love cruising around San Francisco Bay in our sailboat. I also enjoy gardening and making herbal teas, salves, and remedies. I like to cook, dance, and spend quality time with friends.\n \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \n\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Nile Nash  MSN, RN, WHNP-BC, CNM is a mama of two little boys and currently offers postpartum midwifery care packages and sleep consultations. 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The registration fee includes two caregivers of the same child. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturalresources-sf.com\/pages\/memberships\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e to purchase your membership today.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--Start tab content--\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabz-content\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"display: block;\" id=\"tab1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003c!--This is the Class Description section (This line is just a signpost; please don’t edit.)--\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"ignore\"\u003eClass Description\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWe strongly recommend that you complete your prenatal education no later than your 36th week of pregnancy. Starting this course between weeks 28-32 will allow you time to comfortably integrate the content into your birth preparation and further explore topics that spark your interest.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote: Many classes fill up quickly! The earlier you register, the more options and flexibility you'll have regarding class dates and times.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMore than just a condensed version of our 5-week class, the 3-day intensive outlines the labor process and uses it as a guide for experiential learning while catering to parents who may not be able to meet for five consecutive weeks. Our intensive meets three times, rather than once or twice, in order to give you time to absorb the information, come back with questions, and create more lasting relationships with other parents. We also allow for some flexibility in the curriculum to better engage parents at their level of knowledge and interest in the given topics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis course educates parents so they can make informed decisions around the birth of their child and maintain comfort during labor and birth. We draw from a variety of preparation methods to give a holistic and well-rounded approach. Parents get to experience what works best for them. While many of the pregnant people taking this class will go on to have unmedicated births, our real focus is on \"normal\" or physiologic birth. We define \"normal birth\" as birth with confidence and joy, rather than with fear guiding decisions or actions. Our goal is to create a nonjudgmental and safe environment where everyone feels welcome and can participate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAside from educating pregnant people and their partners on the physiology, hormones, and emotions of birth, we practice a variety of comfort and relaxation techniques and positions that enhance the progression of labor. Our 11 hours of class time includes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e-Videos\u003cbr\u003e-Discussion of informed choice\u003cbr\u003e-Common interventions\u003cbr\u003e-Pain relief options (pharmacological and nonpharmacological)\u003cbr\u003e-Hospital and home birth options.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePlease Note:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e -Content covered in these sessions is included in the Details section below. \u003cbr\u003e-The course fee includes a supplemental digital booklet filled with supporting information and resources.\u003cbr\u003e-The registration fee includes a partner\/support person. \u003cbr\u003e-This class is intended for pregnant people. If you are not pregnant or you are interested in attending as a professional, please contact us at classes@naturalresources-sf.com for more information.\u003cbr\u003e- You may be eligible for full or partial reimbursement for this course through your insurance. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturalresources-sf.com\/pages\/reimbursement-for-prenatal-classes-lactation-essentials\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e to view more details.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eIMPORTANT IN-PERSON POLICY:\u003c\/strong\u003e If health and safety concerns warrant it (uptick in COVID-19 infection, poor air quality due to wild fires, etc) all in-person classes may be moved to a virtual format. Refunds and rescheduling, would not be offered in these circumstances. By signing up for in-person classes you are agreeing to this stipulation. We reserve the right to make this change at our discretion\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"display: block;\" id=\"tab2\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003c!--This is the Details section (This line is just a signpost; please don’t edit.)--\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"ignore\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe outline listed below is intended to serve as a loose guide for your class time pending the interests of each cohort. Our facilitators skillfully prepare for each cohort by reading through student submissions before the start of session 1. You will receive a welcome email 5 days prior to the Intensive with the link to the questionnaire.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour facilitators welcome feedback throughout the course to ensure they are meeting student expectations while presenting accurate and up-to-date information.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDay 1: Sunday, 9:30am-1:30pm\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e-Understanding the Anatomy and Physiology of Labor \u0026amp; Birth --Preparing in Pregnancy\u003cbr\u003e-First Stage of Labor Positions Practice\u003cbr\u003e-When to call your provider\/go to the hospital\u003cbr\u003e-Tips \u0026amp; Tools for Connection, Comfort and Making Choices\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDay 2: Wednesday, 6:00-9:00pm (or Friday for March 2026 cohort)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e-Comfort Measures\u003cbr\u003e-Pain Theories \u0026amp; Coping Practices\u003cbr\u003e-Hospital Routines\u003cbr\u003e-Birth Plans\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDay 3: Sunday, 9:30am-1:30pm \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e-Review of Material Covered\u003cbr\u003e-2nd \u0026amp; 3rd Stages of Labor\u003cbr\u003e-Pain Management Options\u003cbr\u003e-Cesarean Birth\u003cbr\u003e-Your Newborn\u003cbr\u003e-Newborn Routines\u003cbr\u003e-Early Postpartum\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"display: block;\" id=\"tab3\"\u003e\n\u003c!--This is the Facilitator(s) section (This line is just a signpost; please don’t edit.)--\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"ignore\"\u003eFacilitator(s)\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eReise Tanner \u003c\/b\u003eis a seasoned doula, educator, Certified Life Coach for moms, helpers and healers, Advanced Birthing From Within Mentor, Mindfulness Meditation Teacher and mother who has worked with hundreds of families on their birth journeys. She believes that each birth has the power to be transformative and meaningful for everyone involved and that those who support new parents deserve support, as well. Her mission is to change the world by shifting the culture around birth, making it friendlier to mothers, babies and the next generation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShe is currently completing a graduate degree in Depth Psychology and certification in Eco-Psychology, writing about birth and mothering, and facilitating new mom groups—including her signature programs: Wild Return and Wild \u0026amp; Rooted. She has attended many midwifery and birth-related trainings in the US and abroad, spoken publicly on several panels and presented to the medical community. She has also been a yoga instructor since 1997, a holistic women's health practitioner certified in The Arvigo Techniques of Maya Abdominal Therapy and Craniosacral Therapy for pregnancy, postpartum and newborns, and a Lactation Counselor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReise first began birthwork after attending the Natural Resources doula training (just for fun) and is a longstanding member of the core education team. Her classes blend practical information, up-to-date research, fresh insight, traditional wisdom, story-telling and experiential learning that engages mind and body in a sacred and supportive space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBriana Tejuco \u003c\/strong\u003eis a wife, mother of three boys and an active community advocate. She is passionate about educating, validating, and celebrating life transitions. Briana provides doula support to expecting families in the Bay Area. However you choose to give birth, Briana honors it as a sacred ceremony. She is here to serve you through physical, emotional, and informational support during pregnancy, birth \u0026amp; postpartum.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e Nile Nash \u003c\/b\u003e MSN, RN, WHNP-BC, CNM is a mama of two little boys and currently offers postpartum midwifery care packages and sleep consultations. Nile is also a certified as a Child Passenger Safety Technician through Safe Kids Worldwide and will renew her certification every two years. Nile's technician number is SKID #T839019. Her practice, Mama Lion, was born in 2005 when she started out as a DONA Doula and Birthing From Within Mentor before attending UCSF’s MEPN Master’s program from 2007-2010 to become a nurse midwife. Mama Lion Midwifery thrived in San Francisco for 9 years in the beautiful community of homebirth midwives in the Bay Area. The last few years have been consumed by birthing and raising two little ones during the pandemic and tending to her family. The newest chapter of her calling as a midwife has focused Nile’s professional role on the fourth trimester postpartum period. Mama Lion now cares for families who birth in the hospital but have the wisdom to set up a postpartum plan. Nile is thrilled to be working with the Natural Resources family as the newest facilitator of the New Mothers Circle and the Pregnant Together Circle. www.mamalion.org\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Core Facilitators","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39425184628845,"sku":"","price":429.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0286\/9103\/8317\/products\/1024x1024-boppy-pregnancy-wedge-support-pillow-taupe-grassland-belly-support.jpg?v=1761368950"},{"product_id":"infant-cpr-safety-in-person","title":"Infant CPR \u0026 Safety: In-Person","description":"\u003c!--Start tab labels--\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabs\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab1\" class=\"active\"\u003e CLASS DESCRIPTION \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca class=\"\" href=\"#tab2\"\u003e FACILITATOR(S)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!--Start tab content--\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabs-content\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"display: block;\" id=\"tab1\" class=\"active\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #e60f0f;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEach person attending must register separately. The booking is for one person.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIf you have a baby on the way we strongly recommend that you complete your prenatal education no later than your 36th week of pregnancy. \u003c\/strong\u003eIf you chose an offering that occurs after the 36th week and baby arrives at 36+ weeks credit or reschduling may not be available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe non-member rate for this workshop is $75 and the member rate is $60. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/natural-resources-hq.myshopify.com\/pages\/memberships\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eClick here\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e to purchase your membership today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eThis course will empower parents and caretakers of infants from birth to one year of age to more effectively prevent, assess and respond to illness, accidents, and cardiac and breathing emergencies. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstruction for this class meets the latest guidelines for CPR and emergency care established by the American Heart Association. These new guidelines, established throughout the industry in 2020, are designed to make taking action in an emergency faster and easier than ever.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBased on the model of Heartsaver Infant and Child CPR, this course is designed for the non-medical responder. Participants will receive individualized instruction and will practice skills with infant and child mannequins. Though\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e this is a non-certification course\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e, participants will receive test-ready instruction and other resource materials. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePlease Note: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- In order to ensure that parents and caregivers receive optimal hands-on training, babies and children are not permitted in class.\u003cbr\u003e- \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #e00d0d;\"\u003eEach adult must register separately.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- If you need a Certificate of Attendance for employment or certification, please add yourself to our waitlist so we can schedule a special certification session.\u003cbr\u003e- You may be eligible for full or partial reimbursement for this course through your insurance. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturalresources-sf.com\/pages\/reimbursement-for-prenatal-classes-lactation-essentials\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e to view more details.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"display: none;\" class=\"\" id=\"tab2\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDana Lazarovitz Thompson\u003c\/b\u003e is an RN, IBCLC and certified CPR instructor through AHSI (American Health and Safety Institute). Dana's CPR class is focused on helping parents and caregivers learn how to identify and respond to emergencies, while also learning how to prevent life-threatening accidents by understanding child development, and learning best practices. The class covers adult\/child\/infant CPR, choking-rescue, use of an AED and conforms to the 2015 AHA guideline update for CPR. 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The registration fee includes two caregivers. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturalresources-sf.com\/pages\/memberships\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e to purchase your membership today. \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--Start tab content--\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabz-content\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"display: block;\" id=\"tab1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003c!--This is the Class Description section (This line is just a signpost; please don’t edit.)--\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"ignore\"\u003eClass Description\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWe strongly recommend that you complete your prenatal education before your 36th week of pregnancy. Starting this course between weeks 28-32 will allow you time to comfortably integrate the content into your birth preparation and further explore topics that spark your interest.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote: Many classes fill up quickly! The earlier you register, the more options and flexibility you'll have regarding class dates and times.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Natural Resources Childbirth Prep 5 Week course educates and empowers parents to make informed decisions around the birth of their child. Each educator presents the skills and knowledge which most greatly encourage a supported, calm, and positive labor and birth. Built into the framework of the course are practices of deep relaxation, breath work, visualization and mindfulness. Educators thoroughly frame birth as normal and natural while providing tools for understanding and working with fear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt times, the curriculum may resonate with Hypnobirthing or HypnoBabies, Bradley, Lamaze, Birthing From Within or Birthworks, Mindfulness Based Childbirth Prep or Calm Birth. Rather than a single method, the Natural Resources Childbirth Prep course is designed to cover extensive ground which is particularly relevant to labor and birth in the San Francisco Bay Area. This ensures that each family is empowered and informed to find what works best for them. All of the Childbirth instructors also draw from practical experience attending births or working with new parents and babies directly. While many of the birthing people taking this class will go on to have unmedicated births, our real focus is on \"normal\" or physiologic birth. We define \"normal birth\" as birth with confidence and joy rather than with fear guiding decisions or actions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePlease Note:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e -Content covered in these sessions is included in the Details section below. \u003cbr\u003e-The course fee includes a supplemental digital booklet filled with supporting information and resources. \u003cbr\u003e- You may be eligible for full or partial reimbursement for this course through your insurance. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturalresources-sf.com\/pages\/reimbursement-for-prenatal-classes-lactation-essentials\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e to view more details.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e- Registration includes the pregnant person and one support person. \u003cbr\u003e-This class is intended for pregnant people. If you or your partner are not pregnant, or you are interested in attending as a professional, please contact us at classes@naturalresources-sf.com for more information.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eIMPORTANT IN-PERSON POLICY:\u003c\/strong\u003e If health and safety concerns warrant it (uptick in COVID-19 infection, poor air quality due to wild fires, etc) all in-person classes may be moved to a virtual format. Refunds and rescheduling, would not be offered in these circumstances. By signing up for in-person classes you are agreeing to this stipulation. We reserve the right to make this change at our discretion.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"display: block;\" id=\"tab2\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003c!--This is the Details section (This line is just a signpost; please don’t edit.)--\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"ignore\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe outline listed below is intended to serve as a loose guide for your class time pending the interests of each cohort. Our facilitators skillfully prepare for each cohort by reading through student submissions before the start of session 1. You will receive a welcome email 5 days prior to the series with the link to the questionnaire.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour facilitators welcome feedback throughout the course to ensure they are meeting student expectations while presenting accurate and up-to-date information.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eClass 1:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cspan style=\"font-style: normal;\"\u003eOverview \u0026amp; Stages of Labor, Anatomy \u0026amp; Physiology, Preparation in Pregnancy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eClass 2:\u003c\/b\u003e First Stage of Labor\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eClass 3:\u003c\/b\u003e 2nd \u0026amp; 3rd Stages of Labor, Interventions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eClass 4:\u003c\/b\u003e Comfort Measures \u0026amp; Pain-Coping\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eClass 5:\u003c\/b\u003e Common Routines, Your Newborn \u0026amp; Postpartum\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"display: block;\" id=\"tab3\"\u003e\n\u003c!--This is the Facilitator(s) section (This line is just a signpost; please don’t edit.)--\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"ignore\"\u003eFacilitator(s)\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAmita Graham \u003c\/b\u003e MSN, RN, WHNP-BC, CNM, I became a doula in 1998 when my daughter was 2 years old. My own low-intervention, birth center birth attended by midwives, and working as a doula, validated my desire to become a midwife. I recognized how hard it is to attend births with a little one at home. Since I had a young family,  I chose the slow path to midwifery. I focus my career on breastfeeding and lactation support, health education, and nutrition. I raised my daughter in Tucson, Arizona, where I also attended the University of Arizona, earning a BS in Community Health Science and an MPH in Family Child Health\/Global Health. I became an IBCLC in 2007, and I still hold this certification. Eventually, when my daughter graduated from high school in 2014, I  moved to California and attended the Nurse-Midwifery program at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF).\nI have worked in Family Child Health professions for over 20 years. I worked at California Pacific Medical Center (CPMC) - Newborn Connections as a lactation consultant from 2014 to 2020. During my time in midwifery school, I had the privilege of working in Women’s and Children’s Services at many Bay Area hospitals, including UCSF Mission Bay, Zuckerberg San Francisco General, Kaiser San Francisco, Stanford, Sutter Mission Bernal, Mt Zion Women’s Health Clinic, and Highland Hospital in Oakland. Through the years, my professional roles have included Doula, Health Educator, Early Childhood Health and Nutrition Director, Public Health Consultant, Lactation Consultant, Nurse Practitioner, and Midwife. I have experience working with national programs aimed at improving health outcomes for families and children,  including CenteringPregnancy® Baby Friendly Hospital Initiative, Communities Putting Prevention to Work, Head Start, and the Women Infant and Child’s (WIC) programs, Currently I serve as the President of the California Nurse Midwives Association (CNMA), doing what I can to support policy and practice for women’s health and midwifery care in California and nationally.\nI find joy in working with a diverse population and have a special interest in improving health outcomes for Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC). As a BIPOC person, I understand the importance of racially concordant care. I strive to bring a humble approach to the communities I serve. As a compassionate health care provider, I provide highly effective, personalized emotional and physical support and gender-affirming care to people of all ages and stages of life, including pre- and postmenopausal, pregnant, and postpartum. My goal is to improve health outcomes for families and communities in the Bay Area. I enjoy spending time with my family. I live with my husband, Aaron, and my niece, Nora. My 18-month-old granddaughter, Dakota, lives in Arizona with my daughter, Lily, and we visit each other often. In our free time, we love cruising around San Francisco Bay in our sailboat. I also enjoy gardening and making herbal teas, salves, and remedies. I like to cook, dance, and spend quality time with friends.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBriana Tejuco \u003c\/strong\u003eis a wife, mother of three boys and an active community advocate. She is passionate about educating, validating, and celebrating life transitions. Briana provides doula support to expecting families in the Bay Area. However you choose to give birth, Briana honors it as a sacred ceremony. She is here to serve you through physical, emotional, and informational support during pregnancy, birth \u0026amp; postpartum.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNile Nash \u003c\/b\u003e MSN, RN, WHNP-BC, CNM is a mama of two little boys and currently offers postpartum midwifery care packages and sleep consultations. Nile is also certified as a Child Passenger Safety Technician through Safe Kids Worldwide and will renew her certification every two years. Nile's technician number is SKID #T839019. Her practice, Mama Lion, was born in 2005 when she started out as a DONA Doula and Birthing From Within Mentor before attending UCSF’s MEPN Master’s program from 2007-2010 to become a nurse midwife. Mama Lion Midwifery thrived in San Francisco for 9 years in the beautiful community of homebirth midwives in the Bay Area. The last few years have been consumed by birthing and raising two little ones during the pandemic and tending to her family. The newest chapter of her calling as a midwife has focused Nile’s professional role on the fourth trimester postpartum period. Mama Lion now cares for families who birth in the hospital but have the wisdom to set up a postpartum plan. Nile is thrilled to be working with the Natural Resources family as the newest facilitator of the New Mothers Circle and the Pregnant Together Circle. www.mamalion.org.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Core Facilitators","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39446072655981,"sku":"","price":536.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0286\/9103\/8317\/products\/childbirth-prep-6-week-series-in-person-core-facilitators.jpg?v=1658793663"},{"product_id":"infant-massage-workshop-in-person","title":"Infant Massage Workshop: In Person","description":"\u003c!--Start tab labels--\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabs\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca class=\"active\" href=\"#tab1\"\u003e CLASS DESCRIPTION \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab2\" class=\"\"\u003e FACILITATOR(S) \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab3\" class=\"\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!--Start tab content--\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabs-content\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"active\" id=\"tab1\" style=\"display: block;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe non-member rate for this workshop is $95 and the member rate is 80. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/natural-resources-hq.myshopify.com\/pages\/memberships\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eClick here\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e to purchase your membership today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSharing loving touch with your baby builds love, respect, and trust as you learn to calm, delight, attune to, and ease fussiness in your little one. Massage nourishes your connection with your baby and enhances well-being, brain development, immune and nervous system health, circulation, digestion, relaxation and sleep. Massage can relieve gas, constipation, colic and stress. And it's fun!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this workshop designed for babies 6 weeks through crawling you will:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e-Learn how to give your baby a full-body massage\u003cbr\u003e-Learn clear protocols to relieve gas, constipation, colic, \u0026amp; stress\u003cbr\u003e-Learn songs and rhymes to accompany massage\u003cbr\u003e-Learn how to enhance brain development, emotional and physical health, and spiritual connection\u003cbr\u003e-Bond with your baby\u003cbr\u003e-Build confidence in caring for your child\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePlease Note: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e-Please dress comfortably for sitting on the floor in a warm room.\u003cbr\u003e-Registration is per baby.\u003cbr\u003e-Bring to class an adult-sized bath towel, two washcloths or cloth diapers to catch pee (babies will be naked during massage), a couple of chux pads or other waterproof layer.\u003cbr\u003e-While two caregivers are welcome to attend per baby, we ask that you let us know if one or two caregivers are planning to attend. This allows us to prepare your classroom before your workshop.\u003cbr\u003e-Pregnant parents, parents adopting, and birth workers are welcome to attend before the birth of your baby.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli id=\"tab2\" class=\"\" style=\"display: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eKari Marble\u003c\/b\u003e is a certified infant massage instructor, prenatal and postnatal yoga and meditation teacher, massage therapist, and educator with a passionate specialization in the childbearing year and beyond. She has shared the joys of massage with thousands of families for nearly two decades and is the mama of two very happily massaged children. See www.WelcomeOm.com for further information. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli id=\"tab3\" class=\"\" style=\"display: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Kari Marble","offers":[{"title":"1 Caregiver","offer_id":39620594106477,"sku":"","price":95.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2 Caregivers (of the same baby)","offer_id":39620594139245,"sku":"","price":95.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0286\/9103\/8317\/products\/Infantmassage.jpg?v=1670656674"},{"product_id":"reproductive-justice-virtual","title":"Reproductive Justice: Live Q\u0026A + Virtual\/On Demand Course","description":"\u003cul class=\"tabs\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab1\" class=\"active\"\u003e CLASS DESCRIPTION \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca class=\"\" href=\"#tab2\"\u003e FACILITATOR(S) \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca class=\"\" href=\"#tab3\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!--Start tab content--\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabs-content\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"display: block;\" id=\"tab1\" class=\"active\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #c00f0f;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNOTE: \u003c\/strong\u003eThis is a virtual course with an OPTIONAL \u003cstrong\u003elive Q\u0026amp;A session with the creator of the course\u003c\/strong\u003e. You are required to complete the virtual course and the included exercises\/ homework \u003cstrong\u003eBEFORE the Q\u0026amp;A date you have signed up fo\u003c\/strong\u003er. Please confirm that you have sufficient time to do so. More Q+A dates will be added through the year aligning with our Core Doula Trainings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #c00f0f;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturalresources-sf.com\/products\/reproductive-justice-virtual-1\"\u003eVisit this page to purchase this course WITHOUT the Q+A\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #c00f0f;\"\u003e Please email Classes@naturalresources-sf.com with any questions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #c00f0f;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNatural Resources has partnered with Sabia Wade to bring you: Racism and Privilege in Birthwork. \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs part of the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturalresources-sf.com\/products\/birth-doula-core-training\"\u003eBirth Doula Training\u003c\/a\u003e, Natural Resources offers supplemental sessions in order to support the core training prospective doulas receive. In addition to doula students, \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(193, 12, 12);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ethis supplemental session is open to the entire Natural Resources birth + early parenting community\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, including previously trained doulas, birth workers, and all other service providers. This course will satisfy the \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eProfessional Development (PD) \/  Continuing Education (CE) requirement that is part of our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturalresources-sf.com\/pages\/certification-for-established-doulas\" title=\"Established Doula Certification Program\"\u003eEstablished Doula Certification Program\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReproductive Justice addresses the history that racism has played in our country, in obstetrics, and the treatment of people of color in the medical system. Recognizing history, current beliefs and practices, as well as the repercussions for birthing people today allow us to begin to understand just how crucial it is for all practitioners to be aware and actively working to change the current system in which people are giving birth and raising children.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTopics that we will touch on include: Birth, Racism, Privilege \u0026amp; its Effects, White Silence, The History of Racism in Birth, and Action Steps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdditionally, this course will discuss:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e -the meaning and importance of racism \u0026amp; privilege and its effects\u003cbr\u003e-our own privileges, the lens we see the world through \u0026amp; how it affects others learning the definition of “birth worker privilege” and the role it plays in our current birth environment\u003cbr\u003e- how racism \u0026amp; privilege plays a role in birth disparities, such as the black maternal and infant health disparities\u003cbr\u003e- how to apply learning to participant's personal \u0026amp; professional life moving forward to create better access and experiences for everyone and\u003cbr\u003e- learn useful tools\/processes, such as The CARE Method, for participants initiating or continuing work to advance conversations about racism \u0026amp; privilege at their own lives \u0026amp; organizations\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eProfessionally, this workshop will provide you with the knowledge to begin making changes in your own practices that do not support Reproductive Justice. Personally, this workshop will provide you with an opportunity to explore your own beliefs and biases that daily influence your personal and professional relationships. Further, you will gain a network of birth workers, birth professionals, and others from the Natural Resources community through which you can begin to engage in making systemic changes.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePlease Note: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- If you are currently registered for the Birth Doula Training, this session is included in your registration fee. Do not register separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Upon registration you will be provided with a link to the online course. Plan to spend 2-3 exploring and engaging with the virtual content. This should be completed in its entirety prior to the \u003cb\u003elive, virtual\u003c\/b\u003e session you have registered to attend.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ci\u003e \u003c\/i\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSabia Wade (she\/they)\u003c\/b\u003e was called to birthwork after witnessing the variance in quality of treatment and outcomes across races while working in hospitals and across the medical industrial complex. Inspired, she shifted her career path from a desire to support people through nursing to advocating for reproductive justice as a Full Spectrum Doula. 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New and expecting fathers, this is the group for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJoin us every third Saturday of the month (sometimes fourth).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturalresources-sf.com\/products\/dads-partners-group\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eClick here\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e for dates of the virtual session.\n\u003cp\u003eThe group aims to explore what it means to be a \"dad\" by learning from others, sharing resources, and building a support community to help dads be the parents, caregivers, and partners they aim to be.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePlease Note:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e-Content covered in these sessions is included in the Details section below.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ci\u003e-Participants are invited and encouraged to bring infants.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"display: block;\" id=\"tab2\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003c!--This is the Details section (This line is just a signpost; please don’t edit.)--\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"ignore\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTopics may include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e-Practical knowledge\u003cbr\u003e-Parenting strategies and styles\u003cbr\u003e-Navigating changing identities and relationships\u003cbr\u003e-Self-care and partner support\u003cbr\u003e-Work\/life balance\u003cbr\u003e-Inter-generational family dynamics\u003cbr\u003e-Whatever else is of concern to fathers out there looking for community.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"display: block;\" id=\"tab3\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003c!--This is the Facilitator(s) section (This line is just a signpost; please don’t edit.)--\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"ignore\"\u003eFacilitator(s)\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eJoe Cook\u003c\/b\u003e is a dad of two school-aged girls and lives in the mission district. 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Joe founded the Natural Resources Dads Group in 2015 and loves learning from and with other parents. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Joe Cook","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40081505484909,"sku":"","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0286\/9103\/8317\/products\/dads-group-in-person-joe-cook.jpg?v=1658793987"},{"product_id":"baby-sign-language-intro-class-in-person","title":"Baby Sign Language Intro Class: In Person","description":"\u003c!--Start tab labels--\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"list-style-type: none;\" class=\"tabz\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"display: inline;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab1\"\u003e CLASS DESCRIPTION \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"display: inline;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab2\"\u003e DETAILS \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"display: inline;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab3\"\u003e FACILITATOR(S) \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe non-member rate for this workshop is $60 for one caregiver and $90 for two. The member rate is $45 for one caregiver and $67.50 for two caregivers. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturalresources-sf.com\/pages\/memberships\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e to purchase your membership today.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--Start tab content--\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabz-content\"\u003e\n\u003cli id=\"tab1\" style=\"display: block;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003c!--This is the Class Description section (This line is just a signpost; please don’t edit.)--\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"ignore\"\u003eClass Description\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Intro class is designed for parents with babies birth to 18 months and gives you clarity about the benefits of baby sign, a taste of what a series looks like, and is a great beginning to your baby sign journey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBaby Sign Language gives babies the opportunity to communicate long before they can verbalize their wants and needs. Signing with babies provides the following benefits:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e-Accelerates language acquisition\u003cbr\u003e-Reduces frustration\u003cbr\u003e-Enhances a child's self esteem\u003cbr\u003e-Deepens the bond between parent and child.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou will experience fun activities and songs that show you how easy it can be to integrate more than 30 basic signs into your everyday routine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePlease Note:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e-Content covered in these sessions is included in the Details section below.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ci\u003e-Caregivers of the same child are encouraged to attend and receive a discounted registration rate.\u003cbr\u003e-You are welcome to bring your baby, but it is not required.\u003cbr\u003e- Deaf, Hard of Hearing, Cognitive Disabilities, Neurodiversities - This program is appropriate for parents of children that are hearing or with hearing differences, cognitive disabilities such as autism, apraxia, Down Syndrome or other neurodiversities. This program uses signs based on American Sign Language (ASL). It is not an ASL course. ASL is a rich and beautifully distinct language that has a different sentence structure and morphology than English. We encourage parents with children diagnosed as deaf to seek Deaf outreach early and to contact their local community college or state school for the Deaf or a Deaf advocacy center to learn ASL and become familiar with the unique culture of the Deaf community. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=io7z5PftOU4\"\u003eWatch this video to learn more.\u003c\/a\u003e We are in support of parents of Deaf children (PODC) who realize the importance of integrating sign language into their everyday lives as soon as possible. Learn more about the recent research regarding early language deprivation in the Deaf community in \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=ZodmmKuh6Jo\"\u003ethis interview with Wyatte C. Hall. Ph.D.\u003c\/a\u003e We also recommend consulting with your pediatrician and speech therapist about any concerns you may have regarding possible speech delay or other medical issues.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli id=\"tab2\" style=\"display: block;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003c!--This is the Details section (This line is just a signpost; please don’t edit.)--\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"ignore\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhen can you start learning how to sign with your baby?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStart Now. You’ll hear six to eight months old is an optimal time to start signing with your baby. After babies are six months old, they are starting to associate words with the world around them. That's language whether spoken or gestured. Their long-term memory is developmentally ready to retain the signs they see. At six months of age babies’ motor skills and hand-eye coordination are at a stage to be able to make more precise gestures. Having said this,\u003ci\u003e it’s perfectly fine to start earlier than six months old\u003c\/i\u003e. That way you will be ready with a solid signing vocabulary when your baby is six months old! Start building your baby sign language skills today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTwo reasons why we suggest parents start early on:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1. We’ve found the younger the baby is the easier it is for parents to pay attention in class. Older babies often demand more attention during class and pull the parent’s focus away.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2. Many parents are very interested in learning baby sign language however they end up going back to work when their baby is four months old at which point they don’t have the time to attend the classes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s worthwhile to note that many Deaf parents sign with their babies from birth. Their babies generally sign back significantly earlier than babies in hearing families do. The only caveat is that when you start signing with a very young baby and you don't see any results, don't give up. Be patient and remember that receptive language comes before expressive language whether it's signed or verbal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhen does a baby start to sign back to you?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you start signing regularly to babies when they're under seven months of age you can reasonably expect them to sign back when they’re between eight and ten months old. It really depends on how often you sign with them and it also depends on your baby’s personal agenda. Yes, every baby has their own agenda and, much like their first step or the day they are potty trained, they ultimately are the ones that decide when they are ready to start signing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAre babies required to attend class?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBabies are welcome. However, babies are not required to to attend class. If your baby is napping or cranky, it is perfectly fine to come without your baby because we are teaching you, the parents, American sign language. At this stage of the game, the babies are just along for the ride. We call these classes \"playgroups\" not because the babies are playing; It's you, the grown-ups that are playing, having fun growing your vocabulary and sign language skills, using the signs with interactive games and songs. If anyone has a really active toddler on the move it is fine to attend sans child so that you can focus on the ASL lesson plans. That being said, we can handle active toddlers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere is a link to Bill's \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.happybabysigns.com\/faqs.html\"\u003eFAQ page\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli id=\"tab3\" style=\"display: block;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003c!--This is the Facilitator(s) section (This line is just a signpost; please don’t edit.)--\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"ignore\"\u003eFacilitator(s)\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBill White\u003c\/b\u003e received his Bachelor of Science Degree in Psychobiology from University of California, Santa Cruz. He is the director of Happy Baby Signs' Baby Sign Language program and a baby sign language instructor. 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And have many questions answered upfront to ensure each family makes the best decisions for their unique needs and circumstance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThroughout this workshop you will cover:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e-What's the difference between the different types of life insurance?\u003cbr\u003e- When should I consider getting life insurance?\u003cbr\u003e- Should I still think about getting life insurance if I get it through my work?\u003cbr\u003e- Is there a difference between working with a broker or just going online?\u003cbr\u003e- What are the different types of brokers?\u003cbr\u003e- What should I expect from working with a life insurance broker and applying for coverage?\u003cbr\u003e- Once I have life insurance, do I just set it and forget it?\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePlease note: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e--Children are always welcome. However, if your child will understand that we are discussing sensitive information or death, this may be difficult for them..\u003cbr\u003e-As the Facilitator, please note that I am a licensed professional who has my own private practice. My goal is not self-promotion, but rather, education and awareness. I personally know that it takes a village to raise a family.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli id=\"tab2\" class=\"\" style=\"display: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbout CJB Insurance Services, Inc.\u003cbr\u003e   Carly views herself as an educator. Listening to clients, understanding their concerns, and collaborating to find the best insurance solutions to protect their loved ones energizes her. One of Carly's strengths is distilling insurance concepts, so they are easily understood. This helps ensure clients are comfortable with their decisions and not simply following directives.  As an independent broker, she is free to shop the market and find the best options for her clients.\u003cbr\u003e Everyone with dependents wants to ensure that their loved ones are protected in case they can no longer provide for them.  Whether it’s an accident or illness, life is unexpected, and preparing for the unknown helps ensure that important decisions need not be made under duress, mortgages can still be paid, and college educations can still be paid.  The list goes on.\u003cbr\u003e   Carly recognizes that each client is unique and consider it a privilege to be entrusted to assist families in this personal way.\u003cbr\u003e ********* Carly Ebenstein of CJB Insurance Services, Inc. has been serving young families for more than 25 years.  Being a proud fiscal sponsor at Natural Resources is her way of giving back. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli id=\"tab3\" class=\"\" style=\"display: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Carly Ebenstein","offers":[{"title":"$30 Contribution","offer_id":42388524925037,"sku":null,"price":30.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"$20 Contribution","offer_id":40332902531181,"sku":null,"price":20.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"$15 Contribution","offer_id":40332902498413,"sku":null,"price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"$10 Contribution","offer_id":40332902465645,"sku":null,"price":10.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"$0","offer_id":40332902432877,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0286\/9103\/8317\/products\/estate-planning-fundamentals-for-parents-virtual-patricia-de-fonte_ed04ee09-c8a0-4c94-bef7-e27de2a071a0.jpg?v=1664495101"},{"product_id":"new-mothers-circle-begin-series-in-person","title":"New Mothers Circle: BEGIN Series (In Person)","description":"\u003c!--Start tab labels--\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabz\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"display: inline;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab1\"\u003e CLASS DESCRIPTION \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"display: inline;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab2\"\u003e DETAILS \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"display: inline;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab3\"\u003e FACILITATOR(S) \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe non-member rate for this 6 Session Series is $350 and the member rate is $300. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturalresources-sf.com\/pages\/memberships\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e to purchase your membership today.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--Start tab content--\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabz-content\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"display: block;\" id=\"tab1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003c!--This is the Class Description section (This line is just a signpost; please don’t edit.)--\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"ignore\"\u003eClass Description\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe New Mothers Circle is the oldest existing group of its kind in SF. Established by sage midwife, Yeshi Neumann, over 20 years ago, the New Mothers Circle is a rite of passage-style New Mothers Circle in San Francisco. Two hour sessions, deep discussions and opportunities for connection and dialogue, blended with guided exercises and ceremony make this a one-of-a-kind experience. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor mothers with babes in arms (pre-crawling). Though not required, you are \u003cstrong\u003ewelcome and encouraged to bring your baby!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExperience a safe, authentic, and unconditionally loving space to share and connect with other mothers, to understand better how you want to parent, to connect in your experience of your body in labor, birth, and postpartum, to be seen and understood, and to find and root in the comfort and support of community.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour time together will balance the needs for individual support, exploration of prominent themes of new motherhood, and growing the bond of the group with the intention that your cohort will be your mama village going forward long after the group ends.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe arc of this series has a magic rooted in ritual and other wise woman practices that sets it apart from other offerings for new parents. This circle goes beyond the typical practical advice and offers the chance for a transformational experience with the invaluable takeaway of long-term, meaningful friendship and community.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMany groups continue meeting weekly well beyond the six weeks and count the mamas in their cohort as their most trusted companions in this wild journey of parenting and life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo hour sessions make space for deep connection and discussion which is essential for a spacious, welcoming, naturally occurring connective group vibe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePlease Note:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e-Content covered in these sessions is included in the Details section below.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ci\u003e-Topics covered in each session can be found in the Details section.\u003cbr\u003e-Facilitators are professionals who may have their own private practice. 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Her practice, Mama Lion, was born in 2005 when she started out as a DONA Doula and Birthing From Within Mentor before attending UCSF’s MEPN Master’s program from 2007-2010 to become a nurse midwife. Mama Lion Midwifery thrived in San Francisco for 9 years in the beautiful community of homebirth midwives in the Bay Area. The last few years have been consumed by birthing and raising two little ones during the pandemic and tending to her family. The newest chapter of her calling as a midwife has focused Nile’s professional role on the fourth trimester postpartum period. Mama Lion now cares for families who birth in the hospital but have the wisdom to set up a postpartum plan. 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When we come together with other expecting folks there is a unique opportunity to form bonds that last well beyond pregnancy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003ewill focus on a more therapeutic approach that slows down and gives you ample opportunity to connect within and learn how to open and soften (two key principles to giving birth and needing a shorter recovery period). This class is taught solely by Mikka. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eIf you have any questions about these classes feel free to reach out to Mikka at \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/birthingyoga.com\" title=\"her website\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ewww.birthingyoga.com\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePlease Note:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e-Pregnant people at any stage of pregnancy are welcome.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"display: block;\" class=\"active\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e- \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003eAt least 4 hours notice is required to reschedule or receive credit from Mikka. Otherwise your purchase is nonrefundable. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ci\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"display: none;\" class=\"\" id=\"tab2\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMikka Bonel\u003c\/b\u003e is the founder of Birthing Yoga and Holistic Healing. She has over 1,000 hours of training in yoga, bodywork and birth-work. Mikka is a prenatal and postnatal educator, yoga instructor, bodyworker, 1:1 Yoga\/Life coach, Ayurvedic postpartum doula and Somatic Trauma coach. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMikka's main teachers\/mentors: Jane Austin (pre\/postnatal yoga guru), Harvey Deutch (Yoga Therapuetics), Leslie Howard (Pelvic Floor yoga) and Jenna Furnari (Bodywork and postpartum doula) br\u0026gt;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMikka is devoted to welcoming your body, heart and soul into this massive transitional period so that you feel held, capable and STRONG. She believes in strength in softness and trusting the deeper wisdom we all have to make the best choices for ourselves and our babies. She radically advocates for self love and connection being the most important ingredients for thriving during one of the most difficult transitions for your life. Mikka radically advocates for education around the first year of postpartum as our society doesn't talk about such things! Consequently many birth humans feel alone, in pain and massively overwhelmed in their first months postpartum. Mikka is here to say, \"Hell no!\" It does NOT have to be that way. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"display: none;\" class=\"\" id=\"tab3\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Mikka Bonel","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40646289817709,"sku":"","price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0286\/9103\/8317\/files\/FLodesk.jpg?v=1744824595"},{"product_id":"pregnant-together-a-special-pregnancy-support-circle-in-person","title":"Pregnant Together - A Special Pregnancy Support Circle: In Person","description":"\u003c!--Start tab labels--\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabs\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab1\" class=\"active\"\u003e CLASS DESCRIPTION \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca class=\"\" href=\"#tab2\"\u003e DETAILS \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca class=\"\" href=\"#tab3\"\u003e FACILITATOR(S) \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!--Start tab content--\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabs-content\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"display: block;\" id=\"tab1\" class=\"active\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe non-member rate for this 5 week series is $225 and the member rate is $200. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/natural-resources-hq.myshopify.com\/pages\/memberships\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eClick here\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e to purchase your membership today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAre you an expecting parent navigating the beautiful yet challenging path of pregnancy in the Bay Area? Are you either overwhelmed with information, looking for a space to integrate practice or feeling clueless as to where to start? Do you want to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ebuild a lasting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e community with other expecting parents? Look no further! Our unique support circle is tailor-made for individuals like you, who are embarking on the incredible journey of growing babies while transitioning into parenthood.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn this confidential and nurturing space, we invite you to come together with fellow pregnant individuals for five weeks of heartfelt connection and unwavering support. We understand that every pregnancy is a unique experience, which is why we welcome all your individual circumstances and stories. Together, we'll embark on a journey of exploration, growth, and camaraderie.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach week, we'll dive into topics that naturally arise during pregnancy, helping you prepare not only for the arrival of your little one but also for the transformation you're undergoing. This series is not centered around clinical education but rather about creating embodied practices and using tangible applications so that you leave feeling empowered, capable and loved. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGuided by a skilled facilitator, you'll have the opportunity to share your thoughts, concerns, and triumphs in an environment designed to foster deep connections and joyful celebration.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePlease Note: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e-Topics covered during each session are outlined in the Details Tab. Top Take-Aways from this Support Circle include: - simple embodied self-care practices to feel a deeper connection with yourself and your baby (babies) - a community of other pregnant folks to bolster your support system - clear communication tools to equip you while navigating new relationship dynamics - a tangible postpartum plan! \u003cbr\u003e-This group is not limited to those pregnant with their first baby. Second, third, and fourth time birthing people are welcome.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"display: none;\" class=\"\" id=\"tab2\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGeneral Overview (each circle is tailored specifically to the unique group of attendees):\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSession 1 Conception: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e-Your journey to pregnancy.\u003cbr\u003e-What led you to this path?\u003cbr\u003e-Group agreements for creating and maintaining a sacred, safe space.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSession 2 Our Changing Identity \u0026amp; Relationships and Our Babies: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e-Process your changing body and identity through pregnancy and birth.\u003cbr\u003e-Learn to get rid of the shoulds, let go of expectations and build a deeper sense of inner trust. \u003cbr\u003e-Navigating changing relational dynamics.\u003cbr\u003e-Hopes and fears and regarding our relationship with your new baby (babies), partners, parents, friends, co-workers, and greater community.\u003cbr\u003e-Ideas to enhance connection with your baby through your pregnancy.\u003cbr\u003e-Exploring who we want to be as a parent.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSession 3 Postpartum Preparation \u0026amp; Plan: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\nDiscuss and process what your 4th trimester is realistically going to look like. As a postpartum doula and yoga instructor, Mikka is here to guide a conversation about \"the forgotten trimester\". You will walk away from this session with a clearer vision and a strategy for you to thrive and not just survive during the first 12 weeks with your baby.\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e-\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSession 4 Birthing your New Self along with Baby: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e-Reflecting on what you would love in your birth experience.\u003cbr\u003e-What is important to you in this rite of passage? \u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSession 5 Our Community: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e-Blessing one another on the rest of your journeys into New Parenthood.\u003cbr\u003e-Ways to maintain support and community.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"display: none;\" class=\"\" id=\"tab3\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMikka Bonel\u003c\/b\u003e, is the founder of Birthing Yoga and Holistic Healing. She has over 1,000 hours of training in yoga, bodywork and birth-work. Mikka is a prenatal and postnatal educator, yoga instructor, bodyworker, 1:1 Yoga\/Life coach, Ayurvedic postpartum doula and Somatic Trauma coach. Mikka's main teachers\/mentors: Jane Austin (pre\/postnatal yoga guru), Harvey Deutch (Yoga Therapuetics), Leslie Howard (Pelvic Floor yoga) and Jenna Furnari (Bodywork and postpartum doula) br\u0026gt; Mikka is devoted to welcoming your body, heart and soul into this massive transitional period so that you feel held, capable and STRONG. She believes in strength in softness and trusting the deeper wisdom we all have to make the best choices for ourselves and our babies. She radically advocates for self love and connection being the most important ingredients for thriving during one of the most difficult transitions for your life. Mikka radically advocates for education around the first year of postpartum as our society doesn't talk about such things! 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Stop guessing what your baby is trying to tell you.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBaby Sign Language (Birth to 18 months) gives babies the opportunity to communicate long before they can verbalize their wants and needs. Our six-week playgroup is a fun opportunity for parents to build their signing vocabulary with themes like mealtime, animals, colors, family, bedtime, and more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEighteen sessions are split into three different six-day series named after the primary colors: Red, Yellow, and Blue. It is recommended that participants enroll in the Introductory Workshop prior to taking a playgroup series.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn each session you will:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e-Sing Songs\u003cbr\u003e-Read and Sign popular board books\u003cbr\u003e-Learn valuable tips to help your child learn more than 100+ signs!\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePlease Note:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e-Content covered in these sessions is included in the Details section below.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ci\u003e-You are welcome to bring your baby, but it is not required.**\u003cbr\u003e-Deaf, Hard of Hearing, Cognitive Disabilities, Neurodiversities: This program is appropriate for parents of children that are hearing or with hearing differences, cognitive disabilities such as autism, apraxia, Down Syndrome or other neurodiversities. This program uses signs based on American Sign Language (ASL). It is not an ASL course. ASL is a rich and beautifully distinct language that has a different sentence structure and morphology than English. We encourage parents with children diagnosed as deaf to seek Deaf outreach early and to contact their local community college or state school for the Deaf or a Deaf advocacy center to learn ASL and become familiar with the unique culture of the Deaf community. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=io7z5PftOU4\"\u003eWatch this video to learn more.\u003c\/a\u003e We are in support of parents of Deaf children (PODC) who realize the importance of integrating sign language into their everyday lives as soon as possible. Learn more about the recent research regarding early language deprivation in the Deaf community in \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=ZodmmKuh6Jo\"\u003ethis interview with Wyatte C. Hall. Ph.D.\u003c\/a\u003e We also recommend consulting with your pediatrician and speech therapist about any concerns you may have regarding possible speech delay or other medical issues.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli id=\"tab2\" style=\"display: block;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003c!--This is the Details section (This line is just a signpost; please don’t edit.)--\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"ignore\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRed Series:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e-Day #1 Magic 7* Signs plus Mealtime Red\u003cbr\u003e-Day #2 Colors and Clothing\u003cbr\u003e-Day #3 Animals on the Farm\u003cbr\u003e-Day #4 Bath Time Signs\u003cbr\u003e-Day #5 Weather Signs\u003cbr\u003e-Day #6 Family Signs \u0026amp; Series Review\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYellow Series:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e-Day #1 Magic 7* Signs plus Mealtime Yellow\u003cbr\u003e-Day #2 Colors and Garden Critters\u003cbr\u003e-Day #3 Animals in the Zoo\u003cbr\u003e-Day #4 Safety and Senses\u003cbr\u003e-Day #5 Feelings and Emotions\u003cbr\u003e-Day #6 Opposites \u0026amp; Series Review\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlue Series:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e-Day #1 Magic 7* Signs plus Mealtime Blue\u003cbr\u003e-Day #2 Ocean Animals\u003cbr\u003e-Day #3 Things that go Zoom\u003cbr\u003e-Day #4 Bedtime Signs\u003cbr\u003e-Day #5 Playtime and Manners\u003cbr\u003e-Day #6 Woodland Animals \u0026amp; Series Review\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Magic 7 signs are the basic starter signs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e**Babies are welcome in class, or parents may come on their own, since babies will do the bulk of their learning through being exposed to signs by their caregivers in their daily routines rather than in a class once a week, just like with spoken language. We call the series of classes \"playgroups\" because it's the grown-ups that are playing, having fun growing their vocabulary and confidence, using the signs with interactive games and songs. Many of the younger babies sleep through class or are nursing. At this stage of the game, the babies are just along for the ride. If you have really mobile toddler you might prefer our Toddler Series.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you have an active toddler you might consider attending without your child so that you can focus and get the most out of class. If you do bring your baby, have some things to keep your child occupied and happy, like a few favorite toys, snacks and drink. Older siblings are welcome if the instructor feels there is enough room and you feel they will do alright.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhen can you start learning how to sign with your baby?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStart Now. You’ll hear six to eight months old is an optimal time to start signing with your baby. After babies are six months old, they are starting to associate words with the world around them. That's language whether spoken or gestured. Their long-term memory is developmentally ready to retain the signs they see. At six months of age babies’ motor skills and hand-eye coordination are at a stage to be able to make more precise gestures. Having said this,\u003ci\u003e it’s perfectly fine to start earlier than six months old\u003c\/i\u003e. That way you will be ready with a solid signing vocabulary when your baby is six months old! Start building your baby sign language skills today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTwo reasons why we suggest parents start early on:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1. We’ve found the younger the baby is the easier it is for parents to pay attention in class. Older babies often demand more attention during class and pull the parent’s focus away.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2. Many parents are very interested in learning baby sign language however they end up going back to work when their baby is four months old at which point they don’t have the time to attend the classes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s worthwhile to note that many Deaf parents sign with their babies from birth. Their babies generally sign back significantly earlier than babies in hearing families do. The only caveat is that when you start signing with a very young baby and you don't see any results, don't give up. Be patient and remember that receptive language comes before expressive language whether it's signed or verbal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhen does a baby start to sign back to you?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you start signing regularly to babies when they're under seven months of age you can reasonably expect them to sign back when they’re between eight and ten months old. It really depends on how often you sign with them and it also depends on your baby’s personal agenda. Yes, every baby has their own agenda and, much like their first step or the day they are potty trained, they ultimately are the ones that decide when they are ready to start signing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere is a link to Bill's \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.happybabysigns.com\/faqs.html\"\u003eFAQ page\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli id=\"tab3\" style=\"display: block;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003c!--This is the Facilitator(s) section (This line is just a signpost; please don’t edit.)--\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"ignore\"\u003eFacilitator(s)\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBill White\u003c\/b\u003e received his Bachelor of Science Degree in Psychobiology from University of California, Santa Cruz. He is the director of Happy Baby Signs' Baby Sign Language program and a baby sign language instructor. 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All trained Doulas are welcome to participate - whether you are working towards your certification, volunteering, low fee, or are an experienced doula.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo participate in the FAD: Meet \u0026amp; Greet event you \u003cb\u003eMUST\u003c\/b\u003e completed the following steps:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e-Complete the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/form.jotform.com\/61287522086155\"\u003eONLINE APPLICATION\u003c\/a\u003e (note - before starting the application, be prepared to upload a copy of your proof of Doula training*)\u003cbr\u003e-Attend a Find A Doula: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturalresources-sf.com\/products\/find-a-doula-professional-orientation\"\u003ePROFESSIONAL ORIENTATION\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e-Sign up to attend the monthly FAD: Meet \u0026amp; Greet event (click sign up button above)\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePlease Note:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e-*If you are currently providing Doula services and did not attend a training, you must contact us at DoulaProgram@naturalresources-SF.com\u003cbr\u003e-Our intention is to have doulas with a wide range of experience in attendance every month. This may limit how often you can attend a monthly \"FAD\" Meet \u0026amp; Greet event\u003cbr\u003e-To allow a variety of people to attend Doulas may only sign up to attend a FAD: Meet \u0026amp; Greet event every other month\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"display: none;\" class=\"\" id=\"tab2\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTracy Massillon\u003c\/b\u003e is a mother of two, Educator, IBCLC, and Registered Nurse. She began working with birthing and new families as a Birth \u0026amp; Postpartum Doula in 2003. She joined the Natural Resources family of educators in 2005 and created the curriculum for our Childbirth Preparation, Breastfeeding, and Newborn Care \u0026amp; Parenting classes. In 2009, she became an IBCLC (Board Certified Lactation Consultant). She has facilitated our weekly Breastfeeding Mothers Circle for over 10 years and enjoys supporting mothers as they learn to nourish and nurture their babies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-style: normal;\"\u003eTracy is passionate about families receiving Doula support and trains new Birth and Postpartum Doulas with the goal that everyone will have access to compassionate and evidence-based support.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"display: none;\" class=\"\" id=\"tab3\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Tracy Massillon","offers":[{"title":"$15 Donation","offer_id":41691236827245,"sku":"","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"$10 Donation","offer_id":40667355775085,"sku":null,"price":10.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"$5 Donation","offer_id":40667355742317,"sku":null,"price":5.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"$0","offer_id":40667355807853,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0286\/9103\/8317\/files\/OrangeandBeigeModernMinimalistWeAreOpenCoffeeShopInstagramPost.png?v=1759550398"},{"product_id":"find-a-doula-parent-registration-in-person","title":"Find a Doula - Parent Registration: In Person","description":"\u003c!--Start tab labels--\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabs\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab1\" class=\"active\"\u003e CLASS DESCRIPTION \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca class=\"\" href=\"#tab2\"\u003e FACILITATOR(S) \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca class=\"\" href=\"#tab3\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!--Start tab content--\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabs-content\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"display: block;\" id=\"tab1\" class=\"active\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis monthly event allows parents to meet Birth and Postpartum doulas interested in supporting and guiding you through childbirth and\/or the postpartum period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNatural Resources is committed to supporting new families through helping you identify, find, and access the support you need. To assist you on your journey, our monthly “Find A Doula” event is a free, facilitated way of finding a Doula who best meets the needs of your family. We have intentionally designed this casual meet and greet to feature a diverse group of Birth and Postpartum Doulas who have a wide range of experience, training, and cost to best ensure that you will meet the right doula for your family.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDISCLAIMER:\u003c\/b\u003e This event is provided as a courtesy. Doulas who you may find through this event are not screened or endorsed by Natural Resources nor do they represent Natural Resources in any way. It is up to you, the consumer, to do your due diligence (meet with, ask for references, etc.) and ultimately decide on the provider who is right for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"display: none;\" class=\"\" id=\"tab2\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTracy Massillon\u003c\/b\u003e is a mother of two, Educator, IBCLC, and Registered Nurse. She began working with birthing and new families as a Birth \u0026amp; Postpartum Doula in 2003. She joined the Natural Resources family of educators in 2005 and created the curriculum for our Childbirth Preparation, Breastfeeding, and Newborn Care \u0026amp; Parenting classes. In 2009, she became an IBCLC (Board Certified Lactation Consultant). 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