Module 1: Foundational Information and Introduction to Prenatal and Perinatal Psychology Education (PPNE)

This module is shaped around the Guiding Principle #1 The Primal Period: The primary period for human development occurs from preconception through the first year of postnatal life. This is the time in which vital foundations are established at every level of being: physical, emotional, mental, spiritual and relational. The content informs the student about the roots of pre- and perinatal psychology, the development of the discipline in the world and in the United States in particular. It will also detail general trends that inform the PPNE discipline and describe the work of early pioneers. General trends in the understanding of pre- and perinatal psychology and its impact are mentioned.