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Upcoming Events


2-day workshop taught by experienced doula and doula-trainer Asela Calhoun.

When:
Saturday-Friday
September 5th and 6th, 2008
Time: 8:00 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.

Where:
Rosemead, CA
Address
91770


Contact person:
Nancy Lomen
626/372-4977
nancylomen@juno.com


Cost for members:
$300


Cost for nonmembers:
$300


Additional information:
Scholarships available. Does not include childbirth education requirement.



Self Care Training

Self Care Training
is a time to focus on your own digestive and reproductive health concerns, such as painful periods, bladder incontinence, PMS, fibroids, infertility, post hysterectomy scarring, swollen prostate, constipation and depression. This course is designed to educate and empower you as an individual.

When:
Friday
September 19-21, 2008
9am to 6pm Fri & Sat, 9-1pm Sunday
 

Where:
Thousand Oaks
Address
California

 
Contact person:
Register online at www.arvigomassage.com


Cost for members:
$360 before Sept. 3


Cost for nonmembers:
$380 after Sept. 3

 
Additional information:
The class will be taught by Megan Assaf BFA, CMT.

You will learn techniques for helping yourself that are founded on the ancient Maya method of abdominal massage...which is an external, non-invasive manipulation that repositions internal organs that have shifted, thereby restoring the flows of blood, lymph, nerve and chi in the body. It covers the anatomy and physiology of the abdominal and reproductive organs, addresses causes and symptoms of malposition and demonstrates self care techniques. It also addresses herbal, nutritional, spiritual and emotional support for the massage techniques to ensure a comprehensive understanding of the modality and how it contributes to wellness. In addition, each person receives a private 30 minute session to assess and guide you in practicing the techniques on yourself. This 2.5 day class prepares the student to perform the massage on him/herself only. Additional Advanced training available for applying this work on others. Anyone may register for this class (including teens). CEU's available for Nurses, Midwives, Massage Therapists and Acupuncturists.


Become a CAPPA Certified Postpartum Doula
This intensive, interactive, and fun two day training is the first step to becoming a CAPPA Certified Postpartum Doula. Taught by CAPPA Certified Postpartum Doula Trainer for the State of CA, Darla Burns.

When:
Saturday-Sunday
September 27-28, 2008
9:00am-5:30pm (each day)


Where:
Lotus of Light
526 East Route 66, Glendora CA
91740

Contact person:
Darla Burns
(661) 294-5009
darla@douladarla.com


Cost for members:
DASC Members: $350.00 and includes FREE certification packet.


Cost for non-members:
Non-DASC Members:$350 (certification packet NOT included)


Additional information:
$100 non-refundable deposit due by August 27th. Payments via check, cash and PayPal accepted.

See www.douladarla.com/trainings.html for more information.


Upcoming Course for Experienced Infant Care Providers
A course for experienced infant care providers who want to expand their expertise in lactation and learn the baby's perspective.


When:
Friday
January 16, 17 & 18, 2009


Time:
TBA

Where:
Bunny Slaughters Home
229 S. Mall Way, Anaheim, CA
92804


 
Contact person:
Bunny Slaughter
(714) 220-0968



Cost for members:
$390.00


Additional information:
18 CEU's. Total class size is 10 people.


Registration information:
To register, please visit www.babysperspective.com

Or call Heather Kinney (818) 749-3502.

This is for the full course only!!



Have a back-up ready for any births.



Book and Gift Wrapping Opportunities


Click your nearest location to learn more:

Barnes and Noble - Encino

Barnes and Noble - Long Beach

Barnes and Noble - Santa Monica on the Third Street Promenade

Barnes and Noble - Orange County







Upcoming Program Meetings

DASC Awards Banquet
DASC's 5th Annual Awards Banquet

When:
Sunday, November 2, 2008


Where:
Lakeside Country Club
Lakewood, California


Reservations Required

RSVP to secretary@dascdoulas.org


See pictures from our past banquet!

DONA approved Postpartum Doula Training in Los Angeles, CA

When:
Saturday-Monday, August 23-25, 2008


Time:
7:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m. daily


Where:
Santa Monica
Bundy Dr./ Pico Blvd.


Contact person:
Kathrin Auger 310.430.1113 or kathrin@losangelesdoula.com


Cost:
$495.00; Early Bird by July 23: $445.00


Additional Information:
Go to www.losangelesdoula.com for further information regarding prerequisites, registration and payment options.
DASC Circle Meeting

We will have a guest speaker, Penny Kim from ICAN. She will let us know the most resent information she knows and will let us know what is going on in Orange County.


When:
Saturday
August 2, 2008
11:00am-1:00pm



Where:
Bunny Slaughter's Home
229 S. Mall Way, Anaheim, CA
92804



Contact person:
Bunny Slaughter
(714) 220-0968



Cost for members:
Free


Additional information:
Bring a snack to share and business cards for networking.


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, let us know and we can help you spread the word.


Doulas of West Los Angeles
Giuditta Tornetta
(310) 435-6054


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


Inland Empire Doula Group
Would you like to host the IE Doula Group?
Contact us here!

Temecula Valley/South Riverside Area Doulas
Doris Kitchin
(951) 233-0965


San Fernando Valley Doula Networking Group
Margie Levy
(818) 994-6800

Important
Meetings are held at Margie's home on the 3rd Friday 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

Important
Ongoing monthly meetings with various topics- alternates between east and west county locations. Meetings take place on the 2nd Friday of every month from 9:30-11:30 a.m.