Module 1: Introduction
Let’s talk about outcomes and what I want YOU to get out of this course!
This course is centered around equipping Professionals who work with bereaved families in different capacities with the essential knowledge and skills to provide unparalleled support during the delicate journey of pregnancy loss. Throughout this unique learning experience, you will gain a profound understanding of the emotional, physical, and psychological toll of pregnancy loss as you learn to navigate how to create a safe space for families and provide excellent guidance.
What makes this course truly exceptional is my unique approach, combining my expert knowledge as a loss mom, postpartum doula, and bereavement doula with a genuine passion for creating a supportive community that will be there to support you through the course and in real-life scenarios.
Investing in this Pregnancy Loss Education Course means embarking on a fulfilling journey of personal growth, professional development, and profound purpose.
You will gain the confidence and expertise needed to make a lasting difference in the lives of your clients, fostering a sense of trust and understanding during times of immense vulnerability. This not only creates a beautiful connection between you and your client but will lead to wonderful reviews, connections, and repeat business. (No, this is not the purpose of supporting our loss families but it is a plus nonetheless.)
This course is an unparalleled opportunity to cultivate a meaningful addition to your career, providing a sense of purpose and fulfillment in supporting others through one of life's most challenging experiences. With my guidance and this transformative education, you will emerge ready to support those on their pregnancy loss journey with THE BEST support and care.
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Objectives for this course:
Understanding the Fundamentals
Understand the scope of your role as it pertains to your job title.
Recognize the importance of cultural competency in supporting loss families.
Learn how to navigate language effectively and differentiate between helpful and harmful communication.
Define and differentiate various types of pregnancy loss, including miscarriage, ectopic pregnancy, stillbirth, and more.
Understand hospital procedures and protocols for pregnancy loss.
Explore the complexities of grief and learn effective strategies for supporting individuals through the grieving process.
Understanding how to Holistically Support Families during and after loss
Gain the skills to support parents during pregnancy loss both in the hospital and at home.
Provide emotional and physical support for families.
Guide post-pregnancy loss recovery at home, including nutrition and postpartum care.
Learn how to provide emotional support and guidance to partners and significant others during pregnancy loss.
Address the various aspects of the first year after a loss, including relationships, siblings, spouse/significant other, grandparents/relatives, friends, returning to work, identity changes, physical changes, emotional/mental changes, and social life.
How to help mom understand the complexity of the loss and how it will change her.
Help guide mom on her own personal healing journey by supporting herself physically, emotionally, mentally, and spiritually, treating her WHOLE person.
Pregnancy After Loss
Understand how to support clients in making decisions about future pregnancies, including when it's safe to conceive again, and pregnancy loss prevention.
Self-Care and business (for YOU)
Understand the importance of self-care and learn techniques to maintain your own well-being while providing support to others.
Explore the options and strategies for earning compensation for your work in supporting pregnancy-loss families.
After this course, you will emerge as a confident and compassionate advocate for families navigating the intricate journey of pregnancy loss, armed with a diverse and unique skill set to address their multifaceted needs.
Reflection Questions:
What objectives do you already have some expertise with?
What objectives are you excited to learn more about?