Workshop Listings for upcoming Workshops for Doulas in Devon and Cornwall

CPD events for Doulas in Devon and Cornwall will be listed here. At times there will also be CPD events listed which might appeal to other birth professionals also.

If you have an upcoming birth or parenting related CPD workshop that might interest Doulas, We'd be happy to list it for you.

2011

AUGUST

Sunday 28th August, Truro. 10.30am - 12.30pm

Aromatherapy & Massage to Support the Birthing Process ~ Janey Ashton

This is an opportunity to explore how, where, and when to massage a woman during the birthing of her baby. In addition to this there will be information on appropriate essential oils for each stage of birth, and how they can be used. Activities will be hands on – so wear lose clothes – you will be massaged and massaging!

This sessions is designed to provide a social feel to information sharing. There will be plenty of time to talk to your fellow doulas, and the workshops are being run on a Sunday morning from a location that can facilitate bringing your family along: The Lychgate Studio in St.Clement, Truro is situated along a beautiful stretch of river which is easy for toddlers and buggies, and breathtaking for adults. Partners and children can therefore go for a walk while the doula gets some time with the doulas! Each session costs £5.00 to attend and needs to be booked in advance by emailing Janey on janey@butterflyworks.co.uk

SEPTEMBER

Saturday 24th September, Dartington, Devon.

Breech Study Day with Mary Cronk and Joy Horner

This workshop has been organised by South West BirthWorkers and booking are currently being taken. The early bird booking fee is £50, for bookings received by 15th August. Bookings received after that time are £60. More information can be found at the South West BirthWorkers website. Booking forms and study day outline can be downloaded from their website.

OCTOBER

Sunday 09th October, Truro. 10.30am - 12.30pm

Birth Art Cafe ~ Gillian Nevin

A chance to experience what happens at a Birth Art Café gathering! The concept of Birth Art café was devised by Tamara Donn to provide a space for pregnant women to come together and access their innermost thoughts through the creative act of drawing, painting or modeling with clay. Like the birth process, the birth art process throws up challenges and we’ll explore these together.

This sessions is designed to provide a social feel to information sharing. There will be plenty of time to talk to your fellow doulas, and the workshops are being run on a Sunday morning from a location that can facilitate bringing your family along: The Lychgate Studio in St.Clement, Truro is situated along a beautiful stretch of river which is easy for toddlers and buggies, and breathtaking for adults. Partners and children can therefore go for a walk while the doula gets some time with the doulas! Each session costs £5.00 to attend and needs to be booked in advance by emailing Janey on janey@butterflyworks.co.uk

NOVEMBER

Sunday 13th November, Truro. 10.30am - 12.30pm

Breastfeeding ~ Adeline Ayres

In this session we will explore the doula's role in supporting women to prepare for, establish and maintain manageable breast feeding in a modern society, promoting one of the most fulfilling and empowering experiences of motherhood and enhancing the health and well being of mother and baby.

This sessions is designed to provide a social feel to information sharing. There will be plenty of time to talk to your fellow doulas, and the workshops are being run on a Sunday morning from a location that can facilitate bringing your family along: The Lychgate Studio in St.Clement, Truro is situated along a beautiful stretch of river which is easy for toddlers and buggies, and breathtaking for adults. Partners and children can therefore go for a walk while the doula gets some time with the doulas! Each session costs £5.00 to attend and needs to be booked in advance by emailing Janey on janey@butterflyworks.co.uk

2012

JANUARY

Sunday 15th January, Truro. 10.30am - 12.30pm

Shiatsu for Labour and Birth ~ Kath Revell

Ancient Japanese massage based on the Chinese meridian system. This workshop will give you the opportunity to experience Shiatsu and to learn a few skills you can employ during labour and birth.

This sessions is designed to provide a social feel to information sharing. There will be plenty of time to talk to your fellow doulas, and the workshops are being run on a Sunday morning from a location that can facilitate bringing your family along: The Lychgate Studio in St.Clement, Truro is situated along a beautiful stretch of river which is easy for toddlers and buggies, and breathtaking for adults. Partners and children can therefore go for a walk while the doula gets some time with the doulas! Each session costs £5.00 to attend and needs to be booked in advance by emailing Janey on janey@butterflyworks.co.uk