Family + Beyond
THE WOMB not only is a place for prenatal and maternal care and services but a place of wellness for the entire family. Anyone can benefit from the services offered at the WOMB, from Moms, Dads, Children, Brothers, Sisters, Aunts Uncles, Grandma’s and Grandpa’s. The WOMB caters to all and welcomes everyone.
Family + Beyond Programs and Services
Physical Wellness? (Is there a name?)
5 Weekly Sessions x 2.5hr / night
Chiropractic Care, Physio, Osteopathy, Acupuncture, Naturopathy
How to Register:
Online: Select The button below or click here -> Pregnancy Offerings -> McWilliam method
By Phone: 905.842.2434
Paediatric Chiropractic Care
Infants and Children
In infants, the nervous system controls growth and development which is the optimal time to take care of it. When adjusting your newborn, your chiropractor will only use pressure equal to that which you would be comfortable using while pressing on your eye. The child is adjusted by hand and/or an adjustive device while either lying on a pillow or on you! It is simple, safe and effective – and is often done while sleeping – it is that gentle!
Some children’s conditions that improve through chiropractic care include:
- Constipation
- Ear infections
- Colic
- Asthma
- Allergies
- Headaches
- Bed wetting
How to Register:
Online: Select The button below or click here -> Pregnancy Offerings -> Birthing In Awareness
By Phone: 905.842.2434
Paediatric Physio & Pelvic Floor Phsyio
1 x 2hr Session
Calling all expecting parents! Are you pregnant and wanting to feel more prepared for your upcoming birth? Are you looking for tips on birthing, understanding fear and the role it plays in birthing, coping mechanisms and advocating for yourself?
Stemming from the philosophies of Dr. Grantly Dick-Read and his Fear / Tension / Pain Cycle, we will explore how movement, tension and our fears affect our reactions to pain in childbirth and the labour process itself.
This workshop will give you tools on how to identify your fears, work with them and tame them – emotionally and physically. Presented by The WOMB Birth Doula Team.
Online or On-Demand
Free for The WOMB Birth Doula Clients.
On-Demand: The 2-hour on demand workshop is jam packed with LOTS of great tools on “getting game ready” emotionally & physically. We also cover pushing techniques, positioning and reducing trauma to the pelvic floor.
(This workshop is not designed to replace childbirth preparation. We recommend ALSO participating in one of The WOMB’s more detailed childbirth preparation classes)
How to Register:
By Phone: 905.842.2434
Acupressure and Massage: Techniques for Labour and Birth
1 x 1.5hr Session
Practical hands-on massage and acupressure for labour and birth! In this workshop you and your birth partner will learn the techniques that can be used to support you throughout your pregnancy, prepare you for birth, and reduce tension in your body and relax into your labour and birth.
Learn from Naturopathic Doctor, Dr. Mary Peric, and Registered Massage Therapist, Brooke Stevens:
- Demonstrations and practice of a variety of massage techniques and acupressure points that can be used prior to and during childbirth for reducing anxiety/fear, encouraging effective contractions, relieving pain, and more.
- Focus on increasing your birth partner’s confidence in these techniques so they can be a supportive companion and feel involved in the birthing process.
- Learn the benefits of massage and acupuncture for common pregnancy concerns, birth preparation, and more.
- Receive a cheat sheet with descriptions of all the techniques discussed during the workshop!
How to Register:
Online: Select The button below or click here -> Pregnancy Offerings -> Acupressure and Massage -> Pick Virtual or In-Person -> Select a Date -> Contact/Payment Information
Prenatal Breastfeeding Class
In Canada, 90% of new parents initiate breastfeeding. By 6 months, the rate drops to 30%. The WOMB is here to help you continue to have the feeding relationship you set out to have with the support and guidance of The WOMB’s infant feeding specialists (IBCLC lactation consultants).
Before your baby arrives, you will learn about:
- establishing a connection with your baby through feeding
- why skin-to-skin contact and care is so important
- discuss supply issues and what to do in certain situations
- how to hand-express breastmilk
- normal newborn breastfeeding behaviour
- all-about-that-LATCH
- the role of partners
- special situations and how to troubleshoot any challenges that may arise.
How to Register:
By Phone: Call us today at 905.842.2434
Life With Baby - Prenatal Class
Life With Baby is an engaging and interactive 2-part class designed to guide the transition from couple to family with real hands on practice, thought-provoking questionnaires, activities, worksheets, and discussion. Parents-to-be will leave feeling much more confident of what is to come once they “bring baby home” (or their midwives/doulas leave!!).
How to Register:
By Phone: Call us today at 905.842.2434
