Most Inspiring Doula - Ana Paula Markel Overall Doula Advocate - Dr. Elliot Berlin Volunteer Doula of the Year - Shirley Buzzoni Doula Mentor of the Year - Darla Burns Postpartum Doula of the Year - Julie Skehan Labor Doula of the Year - Rena' Koerner
Lactation Advocate - Yana Katzap-Nackman Pediatrician of the Year - Dr. Paul Fleiss Midwife of the Year - BJ Snell Nurse of the Year - Mariah MacNeil CB Educator of the Year - Julie Frietas Physician of the Year - Dr. David Kline Overall Patient Advocate - Patty Nugent
Kittie Franz introduces her new video on breastfeeding self-attachment
If you have not met Kittie yet, you don't want to miss this amazing presentation from a luminary in the field of breastfeeding. Learn how to help the new baby self-attach at the breast immediately following the birth, or how to help mom as soon as you start your postpartum gig. If you know Kittie you know you can always learn something wonderful and new from her.
When:
Saturday October 2, 2010
Time:
6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where:
Bini Loft 5355 Cartwright Ave. Unit 313 North Hollywood, CA 91601
Contact person:
Giuditta Tornetta
Cost:
DASC Members: FREE
Non-Members: FREE
CAPPA Postpartum Doula Training
Many new families in our society lack the continuity of care they need following the birth of their baby. The postpartum doula helps meet this need by educating, nurturing, and empowering mothers and families towards confidence in their new roles. Postpartum doulas perform NON-MEDICAL educational, informational and physical support to postpartum families. This training is taught by Darla Burns, the Executive Director of Postpartum Doulas for CAPPA. She is a Certified Doula, Certified Postpartum Doula, Certified Lactation Educator, Certified Childbirth Educator, Certified Happiest Baby on the Block Instructor, Infant Massage Instructor and a mom to two great kids!! Join me for this CAPPA Approved Postpartum Doula Training and help make a difference in the lives of new families. This training will be held in Valencia, CA. More detailed information about the location will be given once registered into the class. October 9-10, 2010 - 9:00a-5:30pm daily. FEES*: $350.00 for workshop ( includes training manual) $35.00 for the certification packet (must be purchased before training or on the first day of training) TO REGISTER FOR THIS TRAINING, please go this website: http://induetimedoulaservices.vpweb.com/Trainings.html
When:
Saturday and Sunday, October 9-10, 2010
Time:
9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. daily
Where:
Location will be given upon registering
Valencia, CA
Contact person:
Darla Burns
Cost:
DASC Members: $350 for training + $35 cert. packet
Non-Members: $350 for training + $35 cert. packet
Additional Information:
Limited seating. First come, first served.
Dr. Berlin - Orthodox Family Care
Understanding basic laws of Orthodox Judaism as they relate to labor, delivery and postpartum recovery.
When:
Tuesday
October 19, 2010
Time:
10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Where:
Poinsettia Pavillion
3451 Foothill Road
Ventura, CA 93003
Contact person:
Sue Turner
Cost:
DASC Members: $10
Non-Members: $10
Additional Information:
The fee for registration is $10.00 per person. CAM and BRN units pending.
THE ART OF CHILDBIRTH MENTORING - Learn to Teach Parents Holistic Preparation for Birth
BIRTHING FROM WITHIN offers innovative and compassionate ways to help parents deeply and dynamically prepare for birth & parenting. This workshop is an introduction to the philosophy and processes of BIRTHING FROM WITHIN, designed for midwives, doulas, nurses, mothers, childbirth educators, therapists, and yoga teachers who want to empower parents to experience a "birth from within." Learn to teach a BIRTHING FROM WITHIN childbirth class, and come away with insights and practical skills that will immediately make a difference for women and their partners. YOU WILL: Learn and Practice Effective Listening Reclaim the Forgotten Skills of Mentoring Renew and Deepen your Birth Passion Go Beyond What You Already Know
When:
DECEMBER 3, 4, 5, 2010
Where:
SAN DIEGO METRO AREA AFFIRMATIONS YOGA STUDIO
Contact person:
Virginia Bobro www.BirthingFromWithin.com
805-964-6611
Cost:
Early Bird Registration: $395 before October 3 $445 on/after October 3 Late Registration: $495 on/after November 3
Circle Meetings
What are Circle Meetings?
Circle meetings are held in various geographical areas with the intention of bringing local doulas together to inspire, motivate, train, and mentor one another through networking channels. If you aren't sure where your group meets, please note the below meeting information. You are always welcome to attend circle meetings outside of your geographical location. If you want to set up a circle meeting in your area, please read the circle meeting guidelines and then let us know and we can help you spread the word.
We are planning to have two wonderful women attend and share their homebirth experiences...the water birth of twins born at home and a VBAC homebirth! Hope you will join us for these inspiring stories.
When:
Saturday August 14th, 2010
Time:
11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Where:
Temecula Public Library 30600 Pauba Rd. Temecula, CA 92592
Come meet doulas from in and around Orange County - talk, mingle, and share!
When:
Saturday, August 28, 2010
Time:
10:00 a.m.
Where:
Home of Cathy Weinstein
223, Via San Remo, Newport Beach, CA 92663
Contact person:
Cathy Weinstein -
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Cost:
DASC Members: Free
Non-Members: Free
Additional Information:
This is a potluck, please bring a dish to share.
Temecula Circle Meeting -
A Breech in the System
This is a great film just out that you will not want to miss. More on this event later. Stay tuned. Looking forward to seeing any and all members that would like to come. We have room for 49 maximum so it is important that you R.S.V.P. early.
When:
Saturday September 11, 2010
Time:
11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Where:
Temecula Public Library 30600 Pauba Rd. Temecula, CA 92592
Latch problems and breast pumps. Paula Sulkis,IBCLC,RLC will share with the group latching problem solutions and will talk about breast pumps. Please bring any questions you may have for Paula. We will have Q& A at the end.
When:
Saturday September 11, 2010
Time:
10:00 a.m. to 1:00ish
Where:
Bunny Slaughters House 229 S. Mall Way Anaheim, CA 92804
Contact person:
Bunny Slaughter
Cost:
DASC Members: FREE
Non-Members: FREE
Additional Information:
Please bring a snack to share with the group and also your business cards for networking.
Doulas of West Los Angeles
Giuditta Tornetta (310) 435-6054
DWLA meetings will be held at Giuditta's home on the last Monday of every month at 11:00 a.m. Bring lunch, your ideas, questions, warmth and experiences. You must RSVP to Giuditta if you are planning on attending.
Santa Clarita/Antelope Valley Doula Group
Yvonne Novak (661) 254-2069
Orange County Doula Group
Bunny Slaughter (714) 220-0968
Doulas of the South Bay
Ellie Shea (310) 326-2764
San Gabriel Valley Circle
tracy hartley (818) 448-0817
Meetings are held at tracy's home on the 1st Wednesday of every month at 11:00 a.m. Bring a lunch -- tracy will provide the drinks. You must RSVP to if you are planning on attending.
Temecula Valley/South Riverside/Inland Empire Area Doulas
Doris Kitchin (951) 233-0965
San Fernando Valley Doula Networking Group
Margie Levy (818) 994-6800
Meetings are held at Margie's home on the 3rd Wednesday of every month at 11:00 a.m. Bring a lunch and your bathing suit -- Margie will provide the drinks, the pool and the spa. You must RSVP to Margie if you are planning on attending.
Ventura County Doula Networking Group
Laura Bloem (805) 498-8049
Ongoing monthly meetings with various topics take place on the 2nd Friday of every month from 9:30-11:30 a.m. Meeting location alternates between east and west county. You must RSVP to Laura if you are planning on attending.