Free Educational Workshops and Information Sessions


​All of the education events below are free. Each registration is good for one spot. If you are bringing a friend or a partner please register them separately.
MON AUG 13TH 7:30PM - 8:30PM

​​​​All About Doulas Free Info Session

Join other new and expectant parents who are interested in learning more about doula care. This session answers specific questions about what birth and postpartum doulas do, what a typical doula package includes, and explains how doulas work with partners and care providers. This is a great opportunity to meet local doulas without making any commitments towards hiring. 

Come alone or bring partners, friends or family members who might be supporting you.

Get answers to all of your questions and have the opportunity to meet several Toronto doulas to see if doula care is right for you!
WED AUG 22ND 7:30PM - 8:30PM

Acupressure For Labour: Free Workshop ​

Acupressure is an easy to use, non-invasive way to promote natural pain management during childbirth. During this workshop you (and your birth support person) will learn simple and very effective techniques to help manage labour.Acupressure can help with induction, dilation, pain relief, retained placenta and milk' let down'. Points assist in calming the mind during labour, encourage regular and effective contractions, helping labour to progress if slowed or stopped.

No previous experience required, acupressure is simply applying pressure to a specific point location. You don’t need to know any anatomy or be an accomplished massage therapist to be effective. In just 1 hour you will know how to find and activate specific acupressure points to literally halve the intensity of your partner's contractions and will feel empowered to support your partner through labour.
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Hands on practice and take home handouts will be provided. Bring your birth support person and come to this fun and interactive workshop. Space is limited.
Workshop led by TYM Acupuncturist Heather Rule. With a background in Gender Studies, and a love of hands-on, practical, and creative work, Heather Rule R.Ac has been focused on the study of reproductive health and pregnancy throughout her education in Traditional Chinese Medicine.
THU SEP 6TH 6:00PM - 7:00PM

Chiro For Mamas 101 Free Info Session

A complimentary 60min workshop led by chiropractor Dr. Elisa Petricca. 
This workshop focuses specifically on pregnancy and preparing your body for labour, including optimal baby positioning.

You will learn the following:
An understanding of posterior, breech and transverse baby positioning.
Stretches and movements Mamas can do at home to help guide (and keep) baby into an ideal position.
How seeing a chiropractor during pregnancy can create space not only for Mama, but for baby.
Understanding what the Webster Technique is and how it can help turn a breech baby.

Dr Petricca’s specialized focus in prenatal chiropractic care including her certification in the Webster Technique, make this information packed workshop perfect for Mamas looking to educate themselves further on how to work with and trust their bodies during pregnancy. ​
MON SEP 10TH 7:30PM - 8:30PM

​​​​​All About Doulas Free Info Session
Join other new and expectant parents who are interested in learning more about doula care. This session answers specific questions about what birth and postpartum doulas do, what a typical doula package includes, and explains how doulas work with partners and care providers. This is a great opportunity to meet local doulas without making any commitments towards hiring. 

Come alone or bring partners, friends or family members who might be supporting you.

Get answers to all of your questions and have the opportunity to meet several Toronto doulas to see if doula care is right for you!
TUES SEP 11TH 7:30PM - 8:30PM

Free Hypnobirthing Information Session 
Free
*One Registration Good For One Spot Only*
 
An educational one-hour session where you’ll learn about HypnoBirthing. 

You will walk away learning:
- What HypnoBirthing is (and isn't)
- How HypnoBirthing has helped couples in the birth experiences
- How relaxation creates positive birth outcomes
- Breathing techniques
- Information about our next HypnoBirthing education classes
-Meet our guest couple, who completed the Hypnobirthing classes, hear their birth story and how HypnoBirthing contributed. ​
MON OCT 1ST 7:30PM - 8:30PM

​​​​​​All About Doulas Free Info Session

Join other new and expectant parents who are interested in learning more about doula care. This session answers specific questions about what birth and postpartum doulas do, what a typical doula package includes, and explains how doulas work with partners and care providers. This is a great opportunity to meet local doulas without making any commitments towards hiring. 

Come alone or bring partners, friends or family members who might be supporting you.

Get answers to all of your questions and have the opportunity to meet several Toronto doulas to see if doula care is right for you!
WED OCT 10TH 6:00PM - 7:00PM

What Really Happens to Your Pelvic Floor in Pregnancy
Learn about the changes your body goes during with pregnancy, child birth and recovery post partum.Join Lamiya Zaidi, TYM's Registered Physiotherapist, certified in pelvic health/women's health, as she teaches you about common pelvic floor dysfunctions during pregnancy and after. She'll also discuss kegels and if they are appropriate for you (kegels aren't always the answer).
Learn the best positions for labour and delivery and how to push properly.
Gain valuable knowledge of how to effectively restore your abdominals postpartum and safely return to exercise.
MON NOV 5TH 7:30PM - 8:30PM

​​​​​​​All About Doulas Free Info Session

Join other new and expectant parents who are interested in learning more about doula care. This session answers specific questions about what birth and postpartum doulas do, what a typical doula package includes, and explains how doulas work with partners and care providers. This is a great opportunity to meet local doulas without making any commitments towards hiring. 

Come alone or bring partners, friends or family members who might be supporting you.

Get answers to all of your questions and have the opportunity to meet several Toronto doulas to see if doula care is right for you!
WED NOV 14TH 6:00PM - 7:00PM

Acupressure For Labour: Free Workshop ​​

Acupressure is an easy to use, non-invasive way to promote natural pain management during childbirth. During this workshop you (and your birth support person) will learn simple and very effective techniques to help manage labour.Acupressure can help with induction, dilation, pain relief, retained placenta and milk' let down'. Points assist in calming the mind during labour, encourage regular and effective contractions, helping labour to progress if slowed or stopped.

No previous experience required, acupressure is simply applying pressure to a specific point location. You don’t need to know any anatomy or be an accomplished massage therapist to be effective. In just 1 hour you will know how to find and activate specific acupressure points to literally halve the intensity of your partner's contractions and will feel empowered to support your partner through labour.
​
Hands on practice and take home handouts will be provided. Bring your birth support person and come to this fun and interactive workshop. Space is limited.
Workshop led by TYM Acupuncturist Heather Rule. With a background in Gender Studies, and a love of hands-on, practical, and creative work, Heather Rule R.Ac has been focused on the study of reproductive health and pregnancy throughout her education in Traditional Chinese Medicine.
MON DEC 3RD 7:30PM - 8:30PM

​​​​​​​​All About Doulas Free Info Session

Join other new and expectant parents who are interested in learning more about doula care. This session answers specific questions about what birth and postpartum doulas do, what a typical doula package includes, and explains how doulas work with partners and care providers. This is a great opportunity to meet local doulas without making any commitments towards hiring. 

Come alone or bring partners, friends or family members who might be supporting you.

Get answers to all of your questions and have the opportunity to meet several Toronto doulas to see if doula care is right for you!