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The Nurtured Way - Birth Education

105 Lessons

A comprehensive self-paced birth education course combining evidence-based birth preparation with real life experience of birth and doula knowledge. This option does not include the movement library (Pilates & Yoga classes for each trimester).

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Contents

Welcome

This section of the course welcomes you as a student, gives you an idea of what to expect and gives you a chance to learn about why I created the course.

Welcome Module: Full Audio
Welcome to The Nurtured Way
Who I am
What I Learned
Why this Course Exists
How to use this Course
My Wish for you...
Disclaimer

Module 1: Foundation & Mindset

Module 1: Full Audio
The "Wait and See" Approach
Building Confidence Through Knowledge
Preparation vs. Expectation
The Fear-Tension-Pain Cycle
Trust in your Body
Surrender and Acceptance
Meditations for Pregnancy and Labour

Module 2: Your Care & Planning

Module 2: Full Audio
Pregnancy Care Options in Australia
Shared Care with GP and Hospital
GP Only Care
Midwife-Only Care (Continuity of Midwifery Care)
Birth Centre Care
Home Birth
Obstetrician-Led Care (Private or Public)
How to Choose Your Care Model
Multiples Pregnancy and Birth: What’s Different, What Still Applies
What is a Doula?
Understanding Due Dates
Methods of Induction
Birth Preferences
Birth Preferences Templates
Understanding Caesarean Birth
Supporting Mobility after Cesarean
Common Myths about Caesarean
Cesarean Recovery Cheat Sheet
When Birth Doesn't go to Plan
What to pack in your hospital bag.pdf
Homebirth Prep List PDF

Module 3: Body Preparation

Pelvic Floor Awareness
Perineal Prep
Postural Support for Baby Positioning
Everyday Posture Tips

Module 4: Understanding Labour

Module 4: Full Audio
My Words of Wisdom on Birth
Stages of Labour
Pre-Labour
Signs of Labour vs. False Labour PDF
First Stage - Opening the Cervix
Second Stage - Birthing your Baby
Third Stage - Birth of your Placenta
Fourth Stage - The First Hour
Vaginal Examinations (VE)
Understanding Contractions
Early Labour - Slow Down and Rest
What to do in Early Labour PDF
As Labour Progresses
Transition
The Pushing Phase
Crowning
When to call your midwife PDF
Red Flags in Labour PDF

Module 5: Tools & Techniques

Module 5: Full Audio
Pain Relief
Environment and Hormones During Labour
Staying Active During Labour
Active Birth Positions
Birth Positions PDF
Water
Breathing and Birth Noises
Natural Pain Relief Methods
Medical Pain Relief
My Top Tips for Labour
Comfort Measures Cheat Sheet PDF

Module 6: For Birth Partners

Module 6: Full Audio
For Birth Partners: Understanding Pain in Labour
When You're Feeling Anxious
Changing Positions
Partner Cheat Sheet PDF
Partner Quick Guide PDF

Module 7: After Baby Arrives

Module 7: Full Audio
After Your Baby is Born
Birth of the Placenta (Third Stage)
What to Expect After the Birth
The Emotional Rollercoaster
Go Easy on Yourself
The Golden Month: The Weeks After Birth
Reclaiming Postpartum Wisdom
The Bottom Line
Immediate Postpartum PDF

Module 8: Empowerment & Advocacy

Module 8: Full Audio
Birth Advocates Worth Knowing

Module 9: Conclusion - You are ready

Module 9: Full Audio
Conclusion: You are Ready
The Postpartum Truth
You Deserve Support
My Hope for you
Thank you
Reach out

Quick Reference Guide

Quick References Guide

Resources

Books
Podcasts
Documentaries
Youtube Channels
Websites
Apps