On Saturday, September 24, from 12:00 to 2:00 pm EDT, a live virtual forum was held to discuss effective strategies for introducing prenatal and perinatal psychology concepts to medical colleagues in hospital and clinic settings. The forum brought together a distinguished panel of medical professionals who are also experts in birth psychology. The panel shared their insights and experiences on how to communicate the conscious, sentient nature of babies before and after birth, a topic not widely known but transformative for those who embrace it.

3-Part Symposium on Adoption Considerations in Birth Psychology Join us for a 3-part symposium featuring Michael Trout and other experts discussing crucial adoption considerations in birth psychology. Topics Include: - Mental Life of the First Mother: Delve into the psychological experiences of biological mothers during and after pregnancy. - Dissociation Defense: Understand dissociation as a defense against grief and its long-term impacts. - Prenatal Emotional Withdrawal: Explore how a mother's emotional withdrawal affects the unborn child. - Adoptive Parent-Child Relationships: Examine the dynamics between adopted children and their adoptive parents. - Therapeutic Interventions: Learn about strategies to support biological mothers, adopted children, and adoptive parents. This symposium provides valuable insights and tools for professionals in birth psychology and adoption.

CranioSacral Therapy and Birth Psychology During this program, you will: Gain a clear understanding of how CranioSacral Therapy (CST) integrates the concepts of Birth Psychology Recognize how our consciousness, thoughts and emotions affect our physical structure Explore the concepts and applications of pre and perinatal psychology Explore the anatomy and physiology of the craniosacral system and its relationship to conception, pregnancy and birth Develop and refine light-touch palpation skills via virtual practice Learn and practice palpating the “listening stations” key body locations where the craniosacral motion can best be evaluated Learn and practice tissue release techniques for the pelvic and respiratory diaphragms and thoracic inlet

Gain a powerful tool to help improve pregnancy and birth outcomes~ Become a certified Pregnancy Dialogues ™ Facilitator. In this facilitator training course, you will learn how to facilitate a  circle of support in your area.  Everyone who completes the 8-hour training will receive an official Pregnancy Dialogues ™ Facilitator Certificate.