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- Pregnant Due 2024-2025How to Enter to Win: Comment your Due Date Below Bonus entry: Comment your favorite Bible verse This comprehensive set is a dream therapy kit for any birth professional or pregnant mother. It's designed to bring a world of comfort and relief to the laboring process, making it an invaluable asset to any birth bag. Giveaway Ends: 9/1/24 Inside the Birth Therapy Kit you will find an array of carefully selected tools as the perfect edition to any birth bag Birth Therapy Kit Manual: Each kit includes a manual which guides you in proper use through written steps, demo illustrations, cleaning & storage protocols for the most optimal use. Silicone Cups (2): Experience the gentle and effective power of cupping therapy to reduce muscle & nerve tension, alleviate discomfort injury, promote relaxation, and relieve pain. Lumbosacral Release Tool: Specifically designed to address lower back discomfort, this tool supports the lumbosacral region, alleviating a common source of discomfort during labor. Handheld Red Light: Harness the benefits of red light therapy for pain management and tissue healing, enhancing the birthing experience. Wormwood Hammer: This unique tool combines acupressure and reflexology to offer relaxation and relief when it's needed most. Handheld Roller Balls: Enjoy the soothing sensation of massage with these versatile roller balls, ideal for targeting specific areas of tension and discomfort. Wooden Comb: Stimulating acupressure points, providing added relaxation and pain relief. Handheld Folding Fan: A refreshing addition to your kit, these fans offer cooling relief during labor, making it an indispensable tool for both mothers and birth professionals. Birth Sling (Doubles as rebozo) | Irridescent sling is out of stock & replaced with purple: Doubling as a swing to hang from + a rebozo for supported relief and alignment Mesh Storage Bags: Keep your tools organized, clean and easily accessible in these durable and convenient washable storage bags. A winner will be announced & emailed 9/1/24 GOODLUCK & PRAYERS LIFTED!
- Childbirth EducationBirth Professionals fail to physiologically understand what contributes to or hinders fetal cardinal navigation coupled with a lack of patience + fear. Many Medical Professionals may lack the in-depth functional physiological knowledge necessary to effectively support birthing individuals, which can negatively impact the overall birth experience. Labor and Birth are complex processes governed by intricate physiological mechanisms, laid out in a blueprint by our creator. A comprehensive understanding of these mechanisms helps birth providers better support birthing individuals and prevent hindrance or address challenges if they arise. Crucial Elements of this Functional Physiological Birth System: Fetal Cardinal Movements: These are the specific movements a baby makes as it navigates through the birth canal. Understanding these movements is crucial for anticipating and managing labor progress. Pelvic Anatomy and Biomechanics: Knowing how the maternal position of the pelvis accommodates the descending baby can help birth providers offer appropriate support and interventions. Hormonal Influences: The roles of oxytocin, adrenaline, and endorphins in labor can significantly affect both the birthing person and the baby. Awareness of these hormonal changes is essential for creating a supportive birth environment. Emotional and Psychological Factors: Fear and anxiety can impact labor progression and fetal navigation. A deep understanding of the interplay between physiological and emotional factors can lead to better support strategies. The Consequences of Inadequate Understanding When birth providers lack a thorough understanding of the physiological aspects of birth, several issues can arise: Mismanagement of Labor: Inappropriate or premature interventions can disrupt the natural labor process, potentially leading to complications or cesarean. This includes mislabeling situations where the baby struggles to descend or where labor progress slows. Shoulder Dystocia: A lack of understanding in the 5 Variations of Shoulder Dystocia, the biomechanics of the pelvis and fetal cardinal movements can contribute to shoulder dystocia—a complication where the baby's shoulder(s) becomes stuck. Failure to Progress and Failure to Descend: When birth providers do not fully grasp the physiological dynamics at play, they may prematurely label a woman as having "failure to progress" or a baby as having "failure to descend." These labels can result from a lack of understanding of normal variations in labor progression and the natural variations of fetal movements. Increased Stress and Anxiety: Both the birthing individual and the baby can be affected by a lack of informed support, leading to heightened stress and anxiety. This, in turn, can impede labor progress and exacerbate complications. Enhancing Physiological Knowledge To address these gaps, it is crucial for birth providers to engage in ongoing education and training. Programs like the free "How to Give Birth" class offered through Faith Driven Birth can be highly beneficial. This class covers essential aspects of perinatal neurophysiology, equipping parents & providers with the knowledge needed to support births with confidence and avoid misinterpretations. To Learn more - visit our FREE BIRTH CLASS: https://faith-driven-birth.trainercentralsite.com/.../how... A robust understanding of the physiological aspects of birth is vital for effective support. By investing in education and embracing a comprehensive approach to birth knowledge, providers can enhance their ability to support birthing individuals, leading to better outcomes, reduced complications, and more positive birth experiences.Lik