Through thought-provoking teachings and experiential processes, we
explore the POWER OF BIRTH STORIES (WHETHER DISAPPOINTING, TRAUMATIC,
OR TRIUMPHANT), how they emerge and evolve, and how to look at any
BIRTH THROUGH A NUANCED AND COMPASSIONATE LENS. This informative and
inspiring workshop is designed for BIRTH PROFESSIONALS (and anyone who
works with families in the childbearing year) and focuses on reducing
shame, judgment, guilt, confusion, blame, and anger about childbirth
and early postpartum experiences (including breastfeeding). Together,
we will dive into a HOLISTIC EXPLORATION of how expectations,
resilience, self-perception, support, language, and cultural and
personal belief systems affect the subjective and emotional
experiences and STORIES OF THOSE WHO GIVE (and witness) BIRTH. You'll
learn some SURPRISING, YET SIMPLE AND POWERFUL, WAYS to shift how
birth stories are shaped and shared, in order to increase healing,
community, and wholeness around birth, breastfeeding, and
parenting.VIRGINIA BOBRO, workshop facilitator, is from California.
She's been offering education and support to BIRTH PROFESSIONALS
GLOBALLY SINCE 2005 AND MANAGED _Birthing From Within_'s
certification and training programs for eight years. To find out more
about Virginia, please visit: www.vbobro.com [http://www.vbobro.com]
THE MORNING SESSION (11 am-1 pm) is focused on personal work and
exploring our own experiences of giving BIRTH AND/or of
witnessing/supporting other people's BIRTHS. It's particularly
appropriate for mothers who are looking for emotional support and
healing after a difficult BIRTH, as well as BIRTH WORKERS AND
GRANDMOTHERS. THE AFTERNOON SESSION (2-6 pm) is for both new and
experienced birth workers (especially midwives, nurses, doulas, and
educators) who wish to deepen their understanding of trauma and how to
support families who are grappling with difficult births.
WORKSHOP INCLUDES presentation and discussion, as well as
experiential activities such as journaling, drawing, and movement. Tea
and light snacks will be served. One hour lunch break from 1-2 pm
(lunch not provided).
SPACE IS LIMITED, SO REGISTER SOON TO SAVE YOUR SPOT! EARLY
REGISTRATION PRICE: $169 _(pay in full by May 20)_; regular price:
$190 _(May 21-June 10)_; late registration/door price: $220 _(if
space available)_. (All prices in AU$). Group discounts available;
please enquire.
Earlier in the week, Virginia will be giving a "PBB Talks" public
lecture and Q&A in BYRON BAY, sponsored by Pregnancy, Birth, and
Beyond Media
[http://mullumseed.org.au/pbb-talks-pregnancy-birth-beyond/]
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--FAQS--
CAN I BRING MY BABY? Due to the nature of the work we will be doing
together, unfortunately babies and children cannot be present.
WHAT SHOULD I BRING? You only need to bring yourself and your open
heart. You are encouraged to bring a notebook/journal and something to
write with. Some art supplies will be provided-- feel free to bring
your own as well, such as watercolors, colored pencils, markers, etc.
Lunch is not provided, so please bring a lunch with you, or plan on
eating out nearby.
ANYTHING ELSE I SHOULD KNOW? You are welcome to bring a snack to
share. Do let us know if you have any food or environmental allergies.
Please do not wear or bring scented or fragranced items.
HOW CAN I CONTACT THE ORGANIZER WITH ANY QUESTIONS? Please contact
Virginia with any questions: www.vbobro.com
WHAT'S THE REFUND POLICY? Eventbrite fees cannot be refunded (approx
AU$6 per ticket). If you cancel at least 7 days in advance (before 10
am on June 9), you will receive a full refund (less Eventbrite fees).
If you cancel between 1-6 days before start of event, we can either
hold your payment as a credit (less Eventbrite fees), to be used for
any other events or services with Virginia Bobro before July 1, 2019,
or we can give you a refund, less a AU$35 admin fee. No-shows or
cancellations less than 24 hours before start of workshop cannot be
refunded, but payment (less AU$35) can be held as a credit until July
1, 2019.
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