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Sandra Hawryluk and Nadine Mitchell are Traditional Birth Attendants in Calgary, Alberta. We have been supporting families since August 1999.
SERVICES PROVIDED INCLUDE:
*Preconception counselling
*Private childbirth education classes
*Blessingways for expectant mothers
*Personalized prenatal care
*Support in your home during childbirth
*Postpartum care
*Breastfeeding support and counselling
If you need more information please email us at: mitchellmw@yahoo.com or jhfamily@cadvision.com.
You are also welcome to telephone us at (403) 276-3760 or (403) 248-3535.
NEW!!!! Spirited Women is looking for an apprentice!!! This is an exciting opportunity for the right person. If you are seriously interested, please email a resume, a 500 word essay stating why you want to learn the art of supporting women through pregnancy and childbirth, and 3 references to mitchellmw@yahoo.com. Please direct any questions to this address as well.
What type of skills are necessary to apprentice?
Spirited Women is looking for someone who believes in holistic health and treating the whole person. This person must be woman-centered and be someone who is willing to learn. The right candidate must be willing to become certified in CPR and NRP. Also, the apprentice must be willing to commit to being on call when clients are due. Any questions should be directed to mitchellmw@yahoo.com
The right candidate will meed the following requirements:
1)Any apprentice will have a 3 month probation period.
2)They must attend all prenatal and postpartum wisits and all birth in this 3 month period
3)Any candidate will be enrolled in a midwifery program, whether full or part time
4)The apprentice will be certified in NRP and CPR at their own expense
5)No need for equipment expect provide your own clean gloves (not sterile gloves)
6)Must have attended a doula or beginning midwifery course
7)Must have attended at least 10 births (including their own)
8)Spirited Women does not pay their aprentices.
9)The apprentice must have a pager or cell phone at their own expense
10)After the 3 month probation period SW expects a 1 year commitment
These requirements are open to changes and discussion.
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