The Clinical Work Shop

You will learn how to accurately measure and record important physiological data such as blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate, and body temperature - essential indicators of a patient's health status.  We prioritize hands-on practice, ensuring you are adept at using various medical instruments, from sphygmomanometers to stethoscopes. Moreover, we focus on honing your observational skills, enabling you to detect any anomalies or significant changes in a patient's vitals, which can be crucial in emergency situations. By the end of this module, you will be well-equipped to perform vital signs assessments confidently, accurately, and professionally.

You will learn how to transform a home or birth center into a space that's conducive to childbirth, taking into account the unique needs of the birthing woman, her family, and the midwifery team. We'll walk you through how to identify and arrange necessary equipment and supplies, create a calming atmosphere, ensure appropriate sanitation, and make arrangements for possible emergency situations.

learn the critical importance of maintaining cleanliness, preventing infections, and ensuring the safety of both the mother and newborn during childbirth. We'll start by imparting the fundamental principles of sterile technique, showing you how to correctly use sterile gloves, instruments, and field set-ups. We will discuss the difference between clean, aseptic and sterile techniques and when to apply each. Simultaneously, we will introduce you to the concept of Universal Precautions, which involve treating all human blood and certain bodily fluids as if they are known to be infectious for HIV, HBV, and other bloodborne pathogens. This will cover safe handling and disposal of sharps, appropriate use of protective barriers like gloves and masks, and immediate response actions for potential exposure to infectious materials.

Under the guidance of experienced professionals, you will perform supervised venipunctures on training models and REAL LIFE pregnant client. This practical session is designed to help you become familiar with the feel and technique of performing a successful venipuncture, from locating suitable veins to properly inserting the needle, and drawing and handling the blood samples. Furthermore, you'll be encouraged to practice patient communication and comfort measures, simulating a holistic patient care experience. This interactive approach is not only a confidence booster, but it also ensures that you'll be fully prepared and competent in performing phlebotomy tasks in a real-world setting.

You will learn to master the techniques for monitoring fetal heart tones, understanding the normal range and recognizing any deviations that may indicate distress. Using tools such as Doppler devices, you will get the chance to practice listening to and interpreting fetal heart rates in a variety of simulated scenarios. In addition, we will guide you through the process of maternal abdominal examination, teaching you the systematic palpation techniques used to assess the position and wellbeing of the baby. With carefully guided hands-on practice, you will gain the confidence and skill to perform these sensitive and important tasks proficiently, ensuring the best care for mothers-to-be and their babies.

This practical segment of the course places you in a variety of simulated situations that mirror real-life emergencies, such as hemorrhage, shoulder dystocia, cord prolapse, or fetal distress. You'll learn to identify the signs of these complications swiftly and accurately, allowing for timely interventions. We'll also train you in effective response techniques, focusing on prompt actions that can be crucial in these circumstances. This will include correct positioning, use of emergency medical equipment, administering first aid, and effective communication with the wider medical team. By combining theoretical knowledge with hands-on practice, we aim to ensure you are well-prepared to handle emergencies confidently and effectively, contributing to safer birth experiences for the mothers and babies in your care.

Our course covers the basics of pharmacology as it relates to childbirth and neonatal care, ensuring that our students develop a solid understanding of medication types, dosage calculations, and potential side effects. We emphasize the importance of proper techniques for administering medications, including safe handling, storage, and administration methods. Our expert instructors guide students through practical demonstrations and hands-on exercises, equipping them with the necessary skills to confidently and accurately administer medications in various childbirth and neonatal care scenarios. By the end of our course, students will possess the knowledge and proficiency required to ensure the optimal well-being and care of both the birthing individual and the newborn.

Our course covers the essential skills and knowledge required to conduct thorough and accurate assessments of newborns, including physical examination, and vital signs monitoring. Our experienced instructors guide students through hands-on practice sessions, allowing them to develop proficiency in assessing various aspects of a newborn's health, such as skin appearance, reflexes, respiratory status, and overall well-being.

We recognize the importance of preparing our students to provide high-quality care in diverse birthing environments, including home births and birthing centers.

We place a strong emphasis on Neonatal Resuscitation, equipping our students with the necessary skills to recognize and respond to newborns who require immediate intervention to establish or restore their breathing and circulation. Our experienced instructors provide hands-on training, simulation exercises, and real-life scenarios to ensure that students develop the confidence and competence to handle these critical situations with expertise and compassion. By the end of our course, students will possess the skills and knowledge to contribute to positive birth experiences and provide essential care for newborns in community settings.

In our Midwife Assistant Training Course, we dedicate a comprehensive lesson to educating our students about the safe use of oxygen in various childbirth and neonatal care scenarios. This lesson emphasizes the importance of understanding oxygen administration, delivery systems, and appropriate monitoring techniques. Our expert instructors cover topics such as assessing the need for supplemental oxygen, calculating appropriate oxygen flow rates, and ensuring proper oxygen concentration for optimal patient outcomes. We also address potential risks and complications associated with oxygen therapy, along with strategies for mitigating those risks. Through interactive discussions, hands-on practice, and case studies, we equip our students with the knowledge and skills necessary to administer oxygen safely, ensuring the well-being and comfort of both the birthing individual and the newborn. By the end of this lesson, our students will possess the competence and confidence to effectively utilize oxygen therapy in a responsible and patient-centered manner.

If you are a student midwife, please note that if you are seeking preceptor signatures you must coordinate with the instructor, Tesa Kurin to be approved by your institution for preceptor status. 

I'm currently a preceptor for:

National Colledge of Midwifery

Midwives Colledge of Utah

National Midwifery Institute

NARM

I will need to be assigned to you as a clinical preceptor in order for your school to accept my signatures. 

Please initiate this process ASAP. it can take a week or two if your school is slow. 

You can request a refund no later than 5 days before the course starts. The date for this course refund deadline is :

June 5th, 2023 at midnight PST

After this date you will be given a credit to attend another workshop date within 1 year.

If you are on call and leave for a birth, you will be credited for the next workshop. I suggest being off call for this weekend. 

If you are sick, we will credit you for another workshop. 

If you have a family emergency, we will credit you for another workshop weekend. 

Here are the current scheduled workshop dates for the remainder of 2023.

July 8/9

September 23/24

November 4/5

Want to reduce your cost for the weekend experience. We are welcoming you to stay at the birth center for free.

We need advance notice so we can prepare sleeping spaces. 

Expectations:

We expect our guest to clean up after themselves.

Bring your own pillows and blankets to sleep, so we do not have laundry to attend to after the weekend. 

Be mindful of the fact this is a birth center, and we might encounter a birth and you might be asked to move to another room. 

We have a full kitchen with fridge, microwave and cook top. You are welcome to bring and prepare any food you desire as long as you clean up immediately and do not leave a mess for our staff. 

We have cooking supplies and basic condiments in the kitchen for shared use. 

This workshop is designed to provide students with the hands-on practice to develop and master these clinical skills needed for Midwifery care. 

YOU MUST: already have a knowledge of these skills, meaning you have already taken a course and understand the procedures we are going to be practicing. 

This hands-on weekend workshop will NOT be lecturing the fundamentals of these skills. We will be providing all the hands-on practice and guidance you need during this weekend experience to help you master the skill. 

If you are unfamiliar with a subject in the workshop you should set sometime aside and read up on the procedure before the workshop. 

Are you excited for this weekend workshop but can't quite swing the payment before the workshop?  

I was a student once as well, and know the struggle. 

So, I'm happy to offer a payment plan to those who truly need it. 

Please email me at midwife2midwife@gmail.com  for a special registration link.

We will accept a payment plan of 2 payments. You will pay 50% on registration and 50% in 30 days. 

Discounts:

There are no discounts for this workshop, we have priced it as low as we can and still be able to pay for the space, and materials need to allow everyone the opportunity to practice the skills. 

Grants and scholarships:

We would love to have these available for students, but currently do not have any organizations who are providing us with these funds. If you are aware of an organization looking to fund maternal health education, send them our information.