As a certified midwife and Master of Nursing, I decided to offer women and couples more. Since June 2017, I have been available to help you prepare for childbirth and parenthood. I believe that preparing for childbirth and parenthood during pregnancy is very important for a smooth delivery, but most importantly, for parents to successfully navigate their new life roles. In my view, it’s not just childbirth that you need to focus on during pregnancy, but primarily getting to know and accepting yourself.

The workshops are divided into two parts, totaling 4 sessions. The workshops are interconnected, building on each other progressively. Workshops are held in person at the Kamnica location, online, or at your home.

PHYSIOLOGICAL PREGNANCY AND EARLY PREPARATION FOR PARENTHOOD

The first workshop, which I recommend early in pregnancy (from week 12 onward or after the nuchal translucency scan) and later “Physiological Pregnancy and Early Preparation for Parenthood”. Why? Because it’s important to learn as soon as possible:

• about physiological pregnancy (normal pregnancy progression) and the changes and issues that may occur during pregnancy but are still considered normal
• about prenatal checkups and tests performed in Slovenia for pregnant women
• why proper posture, correct lifting techniques, proper sitting, and standing are important
• relaxation
• it’s also important to choose appropriate and SAFE exercise for you during pregnancy—we discuss this too
• pregnancy is also a time when you’re most receptive to changing your lifestyle and dietary habits for the better, so we talk about proper nutrition and a healthy lifestyle
• we do practical exercises!

*This is an individual session. The price for an in-person session is 80 EUR (approx. 3 hours). All participants who attend in-person preparations receive a 50% discount on the online lecture: “Daily Tips – Daily Activities” AND/OR “Breathing Exercises”.

Preparation for Childbirth and Parenthood: PARENTING CLASSES WITH A DIFFERENCE

This is followed by three lecture modules “Parenting Classes with a Difference” – workshops in three modules, preparation for childbirth and parenthood. Except for a detailed lecture on anesthesia, we cover all the topics of regular parenting classes, but the workshops are in smaller groups (or due to COVID-19, one couple at a time) and with more practical exercises.

1. CHILDBIRTH, because it’s important to know childbirth from start to finish and know what to expect

• what is childbirth, when does it begin, signs of labor
• what is the birth mechanism
• stages of labor from 1st to 4th
• when things don’t go as planned – operative delivery
• the role of birth companions

2. BREASTFEEDING and POSTPARTUM PERIOD, because it’s important to learn about breastfeeding during pregnancy and to start planning for the postpartum period, not just the birth

• benefits of breastfeeding for mother and newborn
• breastfeeding recommendations
• proper latching
• we will learn how to hand express milk
• learn when a baby is feeding effectively
• discuss how to recognize that your baby is gaining enough weight
• learn about selected issues you may encounter a few days after birth and discuss self-care
• discuss the importance of the postpartum period
• discuss postpartum pain and how to help yourself
• we’ll also touch on sexuality after birth and physical activity after birth
• we’ll mention the postpartum plan

3. NEWBORN and HANDLING, so you can confidently step into your new life role

• main characteristics of a newborn
• handling a newborn – practical
• what to pay attention to when caring for a newborn
• first newborn examination
• screening tests
• open discussion

For the last online session, I recommend having a soft doll so you can practice handling alongside.

*The price for each module is 50 EUR and 60 EUR for an individual module.

Each module lasts approx. 120 min, usually we extend at least the last session :).

INDIVIDUAL SESSIONS

In individual sessions, we can discuss:

• birth plan
• postpartum plan
• breastfeeding
• handling
• the newborn
• appropriate physical activity during pregnancy and relaxation
• additional discussion of topics presented in the workshops if you feel you need more
• completely tailored to you (time frame determined according to your wishes and needs).

The price for an individual session is 60 EUR for up to 90 min.

All services are also available on weekends, holidays, and at home for 70 EUR for up to 90 min. For home services, travel costs are charged separately. Due to current epidemiological conditions, home visits are not being conducted.

ONLINE LECTURES

• GIFT VOUCHER

If you know a pregnant woman or new mother/family and would like to give them a quality gift, you can give them a “Moja Babica” gift voucher.

The price of the gift voucher depends on the choice of services. Services

WHY attend workshops with me?

• Moja Babica® is the number one registered private trademark in Slovenia
• because I have formal professional university education (graduated in midwifery in 2012, Master’s in nursing in 2016)
• because I regularly engage in active and passive continuing education
• because I care that you receive relevant information
• because I have many years of experience in the healthcare system
• because I have a woman-centered approach
• because midwifery is a way of life for me, not just a profession
• because I have a different approach to presenting parenting class topics, in smaller groups and with more practical exercises
• because I want women to trust midwifery care and the physiology of childbirth

Read the interview with me and be further convinced that I’m the right choice: interview

Individual workshops take place at KD Kamnica, in the Akumed d.o.o. premises, in the yellow room.

At the Akumed d.o.o., Vrbanska cesta 97, 2351 Kamnica, Maribor premises, you also have:

• Acupuncture Center, where they combine knowledge from the fields of anesthesiology and traditional Chinese medicine. During pregnancy, you can use acupuncture to address certain pregnancy discomforts or prepare for childbirth. Acupuncture is performed by medical doctors specializing in anesthesiology and reanimatology
• Ultrasound in Pregnancy, during pregnancy, every healthy pregnant woman is entitled to two ultrasound examinations covered by health insurance. Ultrasound is performed by a medical doctor specializing in gynecology and obstetrics Facebook page

Parking spaces are available next to KD Kamnica. You can park by the cemetery or the garden center and elementary school.

Education:
2012 – graduated in midwifery from the Faculty of Health Sciences in Ljubljana

2012-2013 – IBCLC 100-hour course in three parts “Lactation and Breastfeeding Counseling Course”

2013 – Vis Feminea Association – 2nd International Birth Conference “The Ancient Wisdom and Modern Science of Childbirth” in Laško

2013 – Vis Feminea Association – Rebozo workshop for pregnancy, birth, and postpartum

2014 – UKC Mb – Blue Tuesday

2014 – University of Ljubljana, Faculty of Health Sciences – Complementary Methods in Midwifery

2014 – Vis Feminea Association – 3rd International Birth Conference “The Ancient Wisdom and Modern Science of Childbirth” in Maribor

2014 – Section of Nurses and Midwives: Addressing Challenges in Caring for Women, Children, and Families (active participation)

2014 – Employment Service of the Republic of Slovenia – Program A123 “From A to Z about Social Entrepreneurship?”

2014 – University of Maribor – Workplace Bullying – the Dark Side of Organizations

2015 – University of Maribor – Managing Unwanted Behavior in the Workplace – a Management Task

2015 – Croatian Chamber of Midwives: Shoulder Dystocia

2015 – University of Ljubljana, Faculty of Health Sciences – International Scientific Conference: Midwifery in the International Space: Challenges and Visions for the Future (active participation)

2015 – Association of Medical Students Maribor – event “How to Eat for Two?” consultation on clinical nutrition in pregnancy and successfully passed the knowledge test

2015 – Birth House: 4th International Birth Conference “The Ancient Wisdom and Modern Science of Childbirth” (active participation) in Maribor

2016 – University of Ljubljana, Faculty of Health Sciences – lecture by Dr. Michel Odent “Simplified strategies in the age of simplified techniques of cesareans”

2016 – Slovenian Association of Physiotherapists – professional association Section of Physiotherapists for Women’s Health – Safe Exercise in Pregnancy Course; professional development

2016 – Faculty of Health Sciences, Department of Midwifery – 3rd Student Midwifery Forum on “Home Birth”

2016 – University of Ljubljana, Faculty of Health Sciences – professional meeting “Electronic Documentation in Health and Midwifery Care”

2016 – RODA Zagreb – prePOROD 2016 conference “Croatian Maternity Hospitals, Friends of Mothers – It’s Time” (active participation)

2016 – completed Master’s degree at the Faculty of Health Sciences in Maribor

2017 – Birth House – “Spinning Babies” workshop

2017 – Professional Clinical Evening in April DMSBZT Maribor; 6 AREAS IN THE DELIVERY ROOM FOR BETTER BIRTH PRACTICE, Nastja Pavel, certified midwife (active)

2017 – 4. student midwifery forum titled “Stillbirth and Coping with Child Loss”

2017 – Promoting and Supporting Breastfeeding in Healthcare Facilities – UNICEF modular course from June 15-17, 2017; Maribor

2017 – 1st International Congress of Health and Midwifery Care – Health and Midwifery Care of Modern Times – UKC Maribor (active)

2017 – 2nd Gynecological Meeting – Secondary Level Care – SB Dr. Jože Potrč Ptuj

2018 – Professional Meeting: Let’s Return Birth to Women: Physiology of Pregnancy and Childbirth – Croatian Chamber of Midwives – Regional Council of Varaždin County (active)

See you! 🙂

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