Is this course for you?

Are you pregnant and....

  • Feeling unsure, unprepared, stressed, or anxious about labour and birth?

  • You want this birth or recovery to be different than the last time?

  • You are scared of experiencing perineal or pelvic floor trauma which can lead to issues such as bladder leakage, pelvic organ prolapse and painful intercourse?

  • You are worried about your postpartum recovery?

  • You want the best for you and your baby and want to know how to achieve that?

You are not alone!

As a mom of 2, I know first hand how pregnancy, birth, and postpartum can affect your life and that's why I became a Registered Pelvic Health Physiotherapist, Childbirth Educator, & Physio-Doula. I truly want to make a difference and help other Mom's just like me. No matter what your birth looks like, whether you have a vaginal or cesarean birth, medicated or un-medicated, hospital or home birth, I am here to help guide you, support you, and empower you through this amazing journey. Are you ready to take the next step?

Benefits of Taking this Course

After completion of this course you will have the knowledge and the tools for a Better Pregnancy, Birth & Postpartum Experience by:

  • Improving your Birth and Postpartum Outcomes

  • Preparing your Mind & Body for Birth with various strategies

  • Determining effective pain management options

  • Performing exercises and stretches that are important during pregnancy to help with your labour and birth and prevent pregnancy related pain

  • Increasing your confidence in your body's ability to grow and birth a baby

  • Learning breathing techniques that can help with the birth of your baby and minimize risk of trauma

  • Decreasing your risk of an Assisted Delivery

  • Decreasing the need for pain medication

  • Learning what to expect for Pregnancy, Birth, and Postpartum

  • Providing you and your birth partner the necessary tools and strategies that prepare you both for your upcoming birth

What this signature course includes:

Along with a printable course manual, video instruction, hand-outs, and some great bonus material, Sherry will guide you step by step through the course. It is recommended that you and your birth partner complete the course to ensure both of you are prepared for your birth and postpartum journey. You have lifetime access to the course which means you can access it at any time, go back to review any topics of your choice, and use it for any subsequent pregnancies. (Total Value $2,200) For continued support during your pregnancy and postpartum, you are welcome to join our private Facebook community including monthly Live Q&A sessions with Sherry.
MODULE 1- Understanding your Anatomy & Physiology including the Pelvic Floor and Core, and how Pelvic Health Physiotherapy can benefit you. This module will form the foundation for the modules that follow as you will have a deeper understanding of your body, which will enhance your connection to your body.
MODULE 2 - Understanding your changing body during pregnancy, learning daily exercises that can help ease your pains and improve your movements, and knowing that you have power and choice over your birth preferences. Includes a downloadable birth preference template as well as home and hospital birth checklists to make it easier for you. As a BONUS, you have access to a sample 3-Day Pregnancy Meal Plan created by Jennifer Linton, CNP from Jennuine Holistic Nutrition www.jennuinehn.com and a 10 minute prenatal yoga practice by Sherry.
MODULE 3 - Connecting to your Mind AND Body, and learning strategies to prepare your Mind and Body for labour and birth. These techniques will also serve you well during postpartum journey. This module includes mindfulness practice, breathing strategies for labour and birth, stretches to prepare your pelvis for birth, and perineal massage. Your BONUS includes a downloadable guided pelvic healing meditation and pregnancy meditation, along with a printer friendly birth affirmations.
MODULE 4 - Understanding the normal labour and birth process which can ease your fears and anxieties of "the unknown", learning strategies to help encourage labour to start, and knowing the various labour and birth positions that can improve birth outcomes and help with your postpartum recovery. BONUS Hand-outs for labour and birth positions are included for easier access.
MODULE 5 - Understanding pain and expected sensations that may arise during labour and birth. Learning what you and your birth partner can do to support you, with specific hands-on techniques, such as acupressure and counterpressure, that can increase your comfort. In this module you will also learn about the medical pain management options. BONUS pain reducing hand-outs including acupressure, rebozo and counterpressure.
MODULE 6 - Becoming aware of the potential interventions that may take place during labour and birth so that you are confidently informed and a part of the decision making process. This module includes topics such as perineal trauma, such as tearing and episiotomy, cesarean birth, and vaginal birth after cesarean (VBAC).
MODULE 7 - Learning newborn procedures and how to care for your little one, including the importance of skin to skin contact between you and your babe, as well as infant feeding, bathing, sleep, and warning signs. As a BONUS to this course you will have access to a breastfeeding hand-out and video created by Dr. Laura Kent-Davidson, ND, IBCLC at www.laurakd.com
MODULE 8 - Postpartum recovery plan to enhance your healing. This is often missed in most prenatal and childbirth education classes, and is an essential part of this course. Learning what to expect and how to manage the potential issues that may arise, such as bladder leakage, pelvic organ prolapse, pain with intercourse, and diastasis recti. BONUS return to exercise checklist.

Meet Your Instructor

Registered Physiotherapist, Educator

Sherry Heenan

Hi there, I'm Sherry. I’ve been a practicing physiotherapist since 2009 with a Masters Degree in Physical Therapy from the University of Toronto and an undergraduate degree in Kinesiology from McMaster University. I take pride in my work and am passionate about empowering and helping individuals achieve their activity and wellness goals. I’m a highly trained, registered Physiotherapist and provide an array of comprehensive services within my field. After being pregnant and having two beautiful children of my own, I developed a special interest in pelvic health physiotherapy, and became passionate about the perinatal population. I want all women who are going through their pregnancy, birth, or postpartum journey to feel confident and empowered. I continue to further educate myself by taking numerous courses ,including childbirth education and doula training, so that I am equipped to provide the most up to date information for my clients and to be able to support them fully on their journey. So if you are pregnant then I would be delighted to be a part of your pregnancy, birth, and postpartum experience. That would truly be a gift to me :) Sherry xo

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FAQ

  • Why should I take this course over another childbirth education course?

    Because it contains in-depth knowledge regarding pregnancy, birth, and postpartum from an experienced Mom of two, Registered Pelvic Health Physiotherapist, Childbirth Educator & PhysioDoula designed just FOR YOU! As you will notice, there are two modules dedicated to your Postpartum journey, because you have shared with me that you want more information on that topic. I have also included lots of information that you can do in pregnancy to help increase your chances of an easier birth and improve your outcomes postpartum.

  • Do I still need to take an in-person prenatal course?

    You do not need to take an in-person course but it is helpful to review and practice all the techniques learned in this course.

  • Will I have access to this course if I have another baby?

    Yes, you have lifetime access to this course.

  • What if I only have a few weeks left of my pregnancy?

    You can complete the course in _____ hours giving you lots of time to prepare for birth. I do recommend starting this course as early as you can to give you time to practice and review the material.

  • If I'm already seeing a Pelvic Health Physiotherapist do I still need to take this course?

    Yes. Seeing a Pelvic Health Physio and completing this course will prepare your Mind and Body for the best possible birth and postpartum outcomes.

  • Will I get support during this course?

    Yes! You will be able to have access to our private Facebook group where Sherry Heenan will answer general questions and you will be able to communicate with other current and previous course members.

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