New! Course “Giving birth in Connection”

6 online Master classes with all the ins & outs about your delivery

• Are you excited about going into labor?
• Don’t know what to expect?
• Do you ever hear ghost stories of difficult deliveries?
• Have you had a previous birthing experience and would like it to be different now?
• Are you afraid of losing control during childbirth?

We understand you!

That is why we have developed the course in the form of 6 online Master Classes; “Giving birth in connection” . Because giving birth is not something you do alone. You give birth together with your partner. You give birth together with your baby. You give birth together with your birth team. We believe, that everyone has an impact on your birth experience. Whether you are giving birth for the first time or the next time; you can do a lot about it!

What are we going to do?

During the online (interactive) Master Classes, we address a variety of topics. The leitmotiv is always to connect with the people around you. So you can give birth from a basis of mutual trust, where you remain in control. So that you know what to expect and how you and your partner can anticipate possible scenarios. At home-but also in the hospital.

What topics will be covered?

This course can be taken as a whole or as separate Master Classes and will give you answers to the following questions:

• What happens in the body of you and your baby during labor?
• How can you best prepare?
• How do you make sure your wishes are heard?
• In what ways can you give birth?
• What if things turn out differently than I expected?
• What can your partner do to support you?
• If you have given birth before, how can you do it differently now?

Interactive Master Classes: also available separately!

During the interactive 2-hour Master Classes, you will receive a lot of information on the relevant topic and there is plenty of room to ask all your questions. When you follow all 6 Masterclasses you will have a complete preparation for your delivery & maternity. Really, all this know how and practical tips you don’t want to miss!

Discount when paying at once

Rather take a separate Master Class instead of all of them at once? No problem. You can register for each Masterclass separately for € 45,- each. This way you can easily get acquainted with us. Do you register for all at once? Then you benefit from a discount. You then pay € 225 instead of € 270. € 270

Content Master Classes

May 2 from 7:30-21:30 p.m.: All about the birthing process

You’re about to give birth, now what? What is going on in your body when you have contractions? What do contractions feel like and what is a normal birthing process? During this Master Class, the different stages of childbirth will be gone through, giving you insight into how you, your partner and/or birth workers can influence each stage. What is helpful? What is distracting? What can you do yourself? At the end of this Masterclass, you understand how the female body works, you have knowledge of the birthing process, and you have insight into what factors might or might not be disruptive in your specific situation.

Sign up here for the May 3 Master Class.

May 23 from 7:30-21:30 p.m. : Embodied Consent

Taking control during your pregnancy and childbirth? How do you do it? We know from scientific research that as many as 20% of women experience childbirth as negative. What matters is not what happened, but how you were involved in the decision moments. So communication turns out to be one of the most important keys to a positive birthing experience! During the Embodied Consent training you learn to communicate with care givers (midwives, gynecologists, maternity nurses, etc.) on the basis of equality. You will learn how to maintain control and your autonomy during these special events, so that your wishes (and those of your partner) are heard and respected. So don’t miss this wonderful opportunity; take control and sign up for this powerful workshop!

Sign up here for the May 23 Master Class.

June 20 from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. : Bath delivery

Giving birth in the bath is becoming increasingly popular. But what do you have to consider? Won’t a bathtub fall through the ceiling if you live on the third floor in an old house? How big is a bath, how can you fill it and keep it at the right temperature? What is the added value of giving birth in the bath? Why would you give birth in the bath or why not? Are there any contraindications? What do you do if your midwife is not familiar with bath deliveries? Can you have a bath even if you have a medical birth? All these questions and more will be answered during this master class on giving birth in the bath.

Sign up here for the June 20 Master Class.

July 4 from 7:30-21:30 p.m. : Preventing snap/tear during childbirth

There is no shortage of horror stories; everyone knows someone who was “horribly ripped” or had a “snap” during childbirth. But what does this really mean and is it preventable? How can you prepare your body to minimize the risk of tearing or snapping? We know from scientific research that massaging the pelvic area can greatly help release tension. The more flexible the pelvis, the less chance of a snap or tear. Daphne shows you during this Master Class, using a model, exactly what you can massage and how. You know how your pelvic floor is put together and have insight into your specific anatomy. This knowledge and experience is based on the Integral Pelvic Therapy method and is unique within obstetrics. You will learn things about your pelvis that you won’t hear anywhere else. If you want to prepare your pelvis in the best possible way; join us for this special evening!

Sign up here for the July 4 Master Class.

July 18 from 7:30-21:30 p.m. : Breast health during and after pregnancy

Want to learn to keep your breasts as healthy as possible during pregnancy and beyond? Whether or not you choose to breastfeed; breasts undergo a huge metamorphosis and deserve attention during this special time. Yet they are often looked at in a “clinical” way. They may or may not produce milk, nipples may start to hurt and they suddenly have a different function than before during intimacy. We know that there is a lot stored in the area of the breasts, however, it is rare that attention is given to the more emotional layer. During the online workshop, after a brief explanation, we will get to work in a very practical way. You will learn handles that you can apply yourself or together with your partner. Often emotions hidden in this vulnerable area are released automatically. Women report softer, healthier breasts with more contact. This Masterclass is suitable for pregnant women, but also for (maternity) women who have or have not breastfed. Self-care for your breasts, they deserve it!

Sign up for the July 18 Master Class here.

Aug. 29 from 7:30-21:30 p.m. : Maternity and Breastfeeding

Finally! The baby is here! A new time is dawning and even now there is a lot on your mind as new parent(s). We often see that the preparation for this period leaves much to be desired. There is much focus on the delivery, but the period afterwards sometimes seems almost non-existent. While the maternity period is crucial for your recovery, but also for your baby’s development! How can you prepare for the maternity week? What can you do so that you go into the week after delivery with peace and confidence? You’ll learn about the roles and duties of the midwife and maternity nurse, have knowledge about the essentials of breastfeeding, know how to properly latch your baby on, and which baker’s tales are true or not. Can you spoil your baby? Do bruised cabbage leaves help with inflamed breasts and is it really true that you can use a certain oil to support your perineum?

Sign up here for the August 29 Master Class.

Practical

• Master classes are Interactive and are NOT recorded.
• All Masterclasses can be taken separately. Costs are €45 each.
• When you buy them all, you get one for free. You then pay €225 instead of €270.
• After payment, you will receive the link in your mailbox.

By whom?

The Master Classes are taught by Daphne and Mariëtte, owners of Dana Center. They are also developers and trainers of the complementary treatment method Integral Pelvic Therapy. This method is integrated into pregnancy care at Dana Center. Both are very experienced trainers with incredible passion for their craft!

Questions about the Master Classes?

Do you have questions about the training? Please feel free to contact us at training@danacentrum.nl.