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Food Co-op
Fertility Awareness
Baby Classes
Breastfeeding Classes and Support
CPR and Health Classes
Breastmilk Sharing
Nutrition Awareness
Childbirth Education
Midwifery Classes
Herbal Workshops
Placenta Workshops
Doula Training
Prenatal Classes
Postpartum Classes
COMING EVENTS
| Sign, Say & Play® 6 week series begins: May 25, 9am |
This 6-week play class for parents and their babies:
Highlights signs that are most important in the lives of babies
Designed for parents and children ages 6 months to 2 years. Ask your instructor how you can
receive the Sign, Say & Play® Kit to encourage more signing fun with your little one. |
PSYCH-K WITH TANYA CONNOR
FREE introductory class
May 25, 3pm
YOU'RE invited to a FREE Intro of PSYCH-K guided by Tanya, with 28 years Exp. as a Holistic practitioner and now as a PSYCH-K facilitator (602 515 3407)
Does your Left Brain know what your Right one is doing? Would you like to be inspired with a NEW fast -speed process of Subconscious Whole Brained Change? So that you can have FUN finding the answers within yourself?
YOU'RE NOT STUCK! Find the Peace you can really know. Change your point of view in a given situation OR define the rest you seek for long-term PEACE at a subconscious level for LONG-TERM Peace. You participate with me in this Fast-Speed process of change with PSYCH-K to re-direct or re-connect your beliefs - or just come and observe and Enjoy discovering some answers for yourself. No note taking encouraged- this is a practical experience.
MUSIC TOGETHER FREE DEMO
free
May 31 10am-11am
Music Together is an internationally recognized early childhood music program for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, kindergartners and the adults who love them. First offered to the public in 1987, it pioneered the concept of a research-based, developmentally appropriate early childhood music curriculum that strongly emphasizes and facilitates adult involvement. Music Together applies the latest research in early childhood music development. Central to the Music Together approach is that young children learn best from the powerful role model of parents/caregivers who are actively making music. The program brings families together by providing a rich musical environment in the classroom and by facilitating family participation in spontaneous musical activity at home within the context of daily life.
Music Together in Phoenix is committed to helping families, caregivers, and early childhood professionals rediscover the pleasure and educational value of informal music experiences. All our teachers have successfully completed Music Together's training program, an intensive internship with the center director and attend on-going professional development workshops and training.
HOMEOPATHY FOR MOMS AND MIDWIVES
$120 if registered by June 1 (Register here: http://homeopathyformoms.eventbrite.com/)
11am-4pm, bring your sack lunch
Jana Shiloh MA CCH has been a homeopath for 30 years, she has worked with midwives in the US and in India. She has written 3 books "Curing Colic and Lactose Intolerance with Homeopath" which is aimed at infants. "Homeopathy for Birthing" for women and midwives, and "HeartFusion, the Magic of Imprinting Water".
In this workshop she will share stories and symptoms related to different home remedies that are common to the family and to situations in midwifery too. It will give a good basis for use in first aid and injury remedies, as well as certain acute remedies that are common to
the everyday needs of a family, and during labor.
Kits can be ordered in advance or after the class. Two important remedies in high potency will be given to each member of the class. This is the beginning of an ongoing training option in homeopathy.
THIRD THURSDAY MOVIE NIGHT
Film is free. Donation for refreshments
6:00 p.m
Birth, health and consciousness raising films.
June 20th~ The Timeless Way & Historic
Childbirth Film Collection. (two
films) A look at the propaganda, circumstances and historic reality of
our mothers, grandmothers and great grandmothers.
NATURAL BABY (AN HERBAL
WISDOM, MAKE & TAKE CLASS
WITH MERIHELEN)
June 22 12pm-3pm
Get educated about baby products and what to avoid, plus,
learn how to make your own stuff for baby with gentle herbs and oils that are
safe, nourishing and chemical free!
Nothings better than things made from mom :) Make all that you take gals and let the little ones enjoy, the safest best products made with love!
This workshop is $40 and includes all materials and supplies. A deposit of half is required to reserve your spot or you may pay in full at www.tangledrootbotanicals.com under classes and events.
Contact for this event is Merihelen Nunez- 480-299-4189
MOVEMENT FOR BIRTH
$40.00
June 23rd 1 p.m - 4 p.m
Sept 22nd 1 p.m - 4 p.m
Nov 10th 1 p.m- 4 p.m
Movement for Birth! In this concise workshop, mothers learn the importance of movement during labor and birth, how to release fears, get primal, and ultimately surrender to the natural flow and rhythm of childbirth. The workshop is part lecture, part discussion, and part movement practice. Two special topics will also be presented: Supporting the Moving Mama for Doulas and Birth Partners, and Pleasurable Childbirth: A PRACTICAL GUIDE for ACHIEVING ORGASMIC Birth.
This workshop is taught by Natalia Badger NHCCE, a certified childbirth educator, doula, professional dance/choreographer, and home birth mother of three.
CPR TRAINING
$30 in advance $35 at the door
June 29th
Aug 31st
Nov 30th
9:00 a.m – 1:00 p.m
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation w/ Certification. Sibling
classes also available.
Contact:
Angie Bond (520) 247-8996
brigidswellfertility@gmail
SUTURING SKILLS
$75 PER CLASS
A series of 7 classes
01-April 27th, 9-12 (CANCELLED!)
02-May 5th, 1-4
03-June 29th, 1-4
04-July 27th, 9-12
05-August 31st, 10-3
06-September 28th, 10-3
07-October 26th, 10-3
For more information on this series of classes and to purchase tickets, click here: http://www.eventbrite.com/event/6331139609
THIRD THURSDAY MOVIE NIGHT
Film is free. Donation for refreshments
6:00 p.m
Birth, health and consciousness raising films.
July 18th~ ALL MY BABIES A MIDWIFE'S
OWN STORY. All My Babies (1952) was
selected in 2002 by the Librarian of Congress as a "culturally,
historically, and artistically significant work" for the permanent
preservation in the National Film Registry.
This beautiful film is the story of "Miss Mary"
Coley, an Africa-American midwife more than half a century ago in rural
Georgia. Its production sponsored by the Georgia Department of Public Health as
a demonstration film for illiterate "granny" midwives, All My Babies
quickly transcended its initial purpose. It was used around the world by UNESCO
and has become an enduring classic of nonfiction film.
INTRODUCTION TO POSTPARTUM AYURVEDA WITH SHELL
$50
July 20th
10:00 a.m - 3:00 p.m
Traditional Wisdom and Techniques for Nurturing the
Postpartum Woman
Both Eastern and Western medicine acknowledge that a
woman's body requires about six weeks to rejuvenate after childbirth.
Ayurveda, the ancient system of medicine of India, refers to this period as a
"Sacred Window", a time during which any imbalance in the system of
the woman--physical, mental and emotional--can be brought into balance through
attentive nurturing of the physical body.
In this light, the weeks after childbirth offer an
opportunity to heal and integrate like never before imagined.
This introduction to postnatal Ayurveda will explain the
foundations of postnatal care: how to balance a woman's body using food
and spices as medicine, herbs and teas, nurturing touch and physical
practices. It will include a postpartum-appropriate yoga session and a
grounding meal.
This class if for those who would like to know how to
best help their postpartum sisters, for women who would like to use their
Sacred Window of time to develop a practice of self-care and study, for
birth workers who would like to learn ancient tools for supporting their
clients, and for anybody who would like to help develop and integrate into our
community a model for women supporting women after childbirth.
NATURAL TOOTHPASTE
$12
July 27th
2:00 p.m - 4:00 p.m
Yeah, Yeah... I KNOW, It is EASY! But like a million
other things, getting this going in your household is SO much easier when you
can learn it in person with everything you need, all in one spot. SO~ Join is
in making natural toothpaste!
Common toothpaste is filled with endocrine disruptors and
other nasty things, plus it it really expensive. Come find out how easy it is
to make natural, effective and healthy toothpaste. Kid participants (over 5)
are welcome for an extra $5.00
We will have some natural flavoring for the kids.
PREGNANCY HERBALS
August 10
Another great Make & Take class . Today we will be
focusing on herbals for the childbearing year.
THIRD THURSDAY MOVIE NIGHT
Film is free. Donation for refreshments
6:00 p.m
Birth, health and consciousness raising films.
August 15th~ The
Face of Birth The Face of Birth is a
film about pregnancy, childbirth & the power of choice. The most
comprehensive film ever made on home-birthing and a voice of reason in the
debate.
The Face of Birth is
a compelling and thought provoking film that outlines the importance of
education in birthing and the right of a woman to choose the best birth method
for her and her baby.
YONI OWNER'S MANUAL AND PAP PARTY
$15.00
6:00 p.m – 11:00 p.m
May 17th
Aug 30th
Nov 29th
Your one stop shop for down there health care! Wine and chocolate are always provided!
Midwives Rising and Holistic Live Services team up to bring you Vagtastic good times!
We gather to discuss women's health, sexuality, gender issues, alternative therapies and to discuss self-care options and live demonstrations.
Topics rotate, change and have included:
HPV, the real facts
Herbal preparations for feminine care
Sexual awareness and female ejaculation
Pelvic yoga and relaxation
How to make menstrual pads
Sexuality during pregnancy
The mysteries of the womanly cycle
Vision Boarding
Honoring Moontime
Caring for the breasts
Self-Breast Exam
Self administered lymphatic drainage
Breast cancer awareness
Home remedies for common female health concerns
Anatomy~ the clitoris, more than meets the eye
Astrology and menses charting
Spontaneous ovulation~ I did what?
At all “Down There Health Care” events:
Compassionate PAP (helpful to let us know in advanced) $50, INCLUDES the cost of labs. Enjoy a glass of wine and some chocolate prior to the exam, bring a friend or buddy into the exam if you would like. We take our time and explain everything to you as we go along and use techniques that lower, if not completely remove, the discomfort and anxiety often associated with pelvic exams.
Vaginal Steaming~ A wonderfully relaxing and healing steam bath for Down There. Suggested Donation~ $5-$10
Public Cervix Announcement~ A public demonstration of a cervical exam w/ instructions for self exam.
Self-Exam kit~Free: )
Folks with Yonis only! If you have one you should be here!
Ciswomen, Transmen and Genderqueer alike!
Brink you mom, sisters and friends!
Girl Goddesses between 12 and 17 are welcome with a guardian.
Our work here is free flowing and easily accessible.
Did we mention wine and chocolate?
INTRODUCTION TO CHILDBIRTH FOR DOULAS WORKSHOP
$100
Penny Bussell Stansfield
September 13th
9:00 a.m - 5:00 p.m
The Birth Doula Workshop (above) is designed for women
interested in helping others have a positive birth experience. It is
essential to have a basic knowledge of pregnancy, childbirth and the newborn.
As a prerequisite for Doula certification, you must either attend a full series
of childbirth education classes, or this “Introduction to Childbirth for
Doulas” one-day training.
Topics include:
The Female Reproductive System
Medication for Labor
Fetal and Maternal Trimester Changes
Comfort Measures for Labor
The Stages and Phases of labor
Breast Feeding
The Gate Pain Theory
The Newborn
Register Here:
http://pennydoula.com/home/Register.html
SUPPORTING the WOMAN IN LABOR DOULA WORKSHOP
$285
Penny Bussell Stansfield
Sept 14-15
9:00 a.m - 5:00 p.m
"My signature workshop, this two to three day
training is in the form of a participative workshop with a lot of hands-on
practice. This workshop is described here in more detail. A description is also
available on the download page, along with brochures that contain the
additional details (dates, cost, and location) for workshops being held in the
near future."
Are you struggling with fertility?
VIBRANT MOTHERHOOD WITH BLUE RUSS
$125 for the 6 week series
Sundays, October 6-November 10
4pm-5:30pm
Hey Mama! You have the power to change the world! The first step is to let out your true vibrant self and step into motherhood from that powerful place.
Are you struggling with fertility?
Are you pregnant and wishing you felt better?
Do you have a baby and feel overwhelmed?
If you said yes to any of these questions, this program was created for you! For more information, Please click this link: Vibrant Motherhood
HERBS FOR KID AND BABE (AN
HERBAL WISDOM, MAKE & TAKE CLASS
WITH MERIHELEN)
October 12 12pm-3pm
Find out what should be in every natural mom’s apothecary
and learn how to dose children with herbs to support all types of childhood
woes. This is an afternoon of Recipes and Remedies you can use to efficiently
assist the entire family.
This is a hands-on medicine making class that will enable you to feel confident and comfortable using herbal remedies for every member of your family.
This workshop is $40 and includes all materials and supplies. A deposit of half is required to reserve your spot or you may pay in full at www.tangledrootbotanicals.com under classes and events.
Contact for this event is Merihelen Nunez- 480-299-4189
FOLK HERBAL MEDICINE 101 (AN HERBAL WISDOM, MAKE & TAKE CLASS WITH MERIHELEN)
November 9 12pm-3pm
Are you drawn to herbs and creating, healthy all-natural
home remedies for yourself and your family? Our Herbalist Merihelen Nunez will
be at Midwives Rising teaching a wonderful workshop on how to create your own
unique remedies based on your own needs.
This is a 'you make it, you take it' class. You will gain
valuable information on how to use herbs on a more therapeutic level. She'll be
teaching how to make a medicinal tea/ infusion, creating salves, lineaments and
folk tinctures. You'll also receive recipes to take with you that will assist
you in all your remedy productions at home!
The cost of this workshop is $40 and also includes
supplies for all your handmade creations and recipes.
Bring extra cash if you would like to purchase additional
herbs, containers etc. that will be for sale at the end of the workshop.
MONTHLY EVENTS
First Monday of the month
BREASTFEEDING CAFE
10am-12pm
Everything breastfeeding. Tips, tricks, challenges,
triumphs with other Moms who are "in the field"!
Second Tuesday of the month
HEALTHY COOKING W/BLUE RUSS
Sliding scale $10-$25
10:00 a.m- Noon
These hands-on classes are fun and informative. Topics
include; Gluten Free Families, Veggies your family will eat, Greens your family
will love and many more!
Third Wednesdays of the month (CANCELLED FOR THE SUMMER! NEXT EVENT IN SEPTEMBER)
SEX EDUCATION BEGINS AT BIRTH
By Donation
6:00 p.m
Lean how to speak with your children, honestly, openly
and respectfully, from birth to adulthood, about the touchy subjects of life
and body.
Second Thursdays of the month
BIRTH CIRCLE
free
7:15 p.m
Join in non-judgmental discussions about birth. New, scheduled
topic every month.
Second Sundays of the month
CLOTH DIAPERING
Free, some items available for purchase
10:00 a.m - Noon
Come and learn about the various systems, available
materials, packing methods, cleaning methods , storage tips and more...
WEEKLY EVENTS
Mondays
PREPARATION FOR HOME BIRTH
$10 for Midwives Rising! clients, $25 for others
6:30 p.m - 9:00p.m
This class is designed to help families to prepare for
home birth. How big is a placenta bowl? What is cramp bark? Do I really need
MAXI pads? Come and unravel these mysterious subjects.
Tuesdays
CHIROPRACTIC CARE WITH DR. KORN
9am-3pm
By Donation/Sliding Scale & special programs
available. BABIES AND CHILDREN ARE ALWAYS FREE. Quality care does NOT have to
be expensive. Follow this link to book your appointment.
http://chiro-at-midwivesrising.youcanbook.me/
DEADLINE FOR PLACING FOOD CO-OP ORDER Bountiful Baskets
http://www.bountifulbaskets.org/
Our location has 2 alternating pick up times.
Fridays 5:30 pm
Saturdays 7:30 am
Select- Phoenix then look for the midwives Rising Location
Wednesdays
CHIROPRACTIC CARE WITH DR. KORN
9am-3pm
By Donation/Sliding Scale & special programs
available. BABIES AND CHILDREN ARE ALWAYS FREE. Quality care does NOT have to
be expensive. Follow this link to book your appointment.
http://chiro-at-midwivesrising.youcanbook.me/
ME AND BABY YOGA
10am-11am
Moms, bring your babies...babies, bring your moms.
This is a yoga class for both of you! Together we will work on
developing a personal practice that makes sense for busy mothers, which
includes integrating children into your practice, partner poses you can use
with your older children or your partner, and simple exercises you can do
anywhere, anytime to help calm the mind and relax the body. By taking the time
to learn to care for yourself, your children also learn to take care of
themselves...effortlessly! Please come for the yoga, for the children,
for the community that a shared practice brings.
OPEN HOUSE
11am -1pm
Come by and say "Hi"
Have lunch with us, weigh your baby, hang out with other
moms and birthy people or get straight with Dr. Korn
Thursdays
Fridays
Alternating Fridays & Saturdays
BOUNTIFUL BASKETS PICK UP
Closed for some holidays, check website for details
Every other Friday: 5:30 p.m. Bountiful Baskets pickup
Every other Saturday 7:15 a.m. Bountiful Baskets pickup
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