Acorn Community Birth & Wellness Center

Please join us at the birth center as we offer IV Skills Practice for Student Midwives and other health professionals in the community! Taught by long-time Paramedic Josh Brann, you will learn how to start IVs in the field in a safe, efficient way. Please register by Wednesday, February 18th to ensure enough supplies for all attendees.

HeartSaver AED, First Aid & CPR course, through American Heart Association, is recommended for anyone with little to no medical training.

In this course, participants will:
-Learn how to provide first aid
-Learn how to perform CPR on an adult and infant
-Learn how to use an AED (Automated External Defibrillator)
-Learn how to recognize opioid-associated life-threatening emergencies

Participants will receive a course manual and wallet card of the certification. Certification is good for two years.

Classes will be held at Acorn Community Birth Center, taught by Student Midwife Zha-nee Johnson!

To register for the class, email: zhaneej@gmail.com, payment is due at registration.

We are excited to offer a vaginal breech workshop with David Hayes! The training combines virtual lectures with a full day of hands-on simulation training. The breech training package includes:

- A full day with Dr. David Hayes, including hands-on simulation training with a Sophie and Her Mum simulator, breech birth video analysis, and clinical scenarios.
- Breech Pro: a self-paced vaginal breech training workshop with CEUs, accessible for 1 year. Access to Breech Pro is included with workshop enrollment.
- One year of twice-monthly optional live sessions (recordings also provided)

Participants may also add Advanced Simulation Training the following day. Each 2-hour group will be limited to 3 people, allowing intensive hands-on practice of more advanced breech scenarios.

Event schedule:
Saturday, January 6: Breech Workshop
Sunday, January 7: Advanced Simulation Training (optional)

Workshop cost:
$500 for MDs
$400 for midwives, nurses, and other childbirth professionals
$300 for students

Breech Pro alum pricing:
$225: full day workshop (for those with current Breech Pro enrollment)
$275: full day workshop + Breech Pro renewal (1 year)

Advanced simulation training (2 hrs, max 3 people): +$175

*Scholarships are available on a rolling basis based on financial need; please apply here: breechwithoutborders.org/scholarships. Please note that late applications are less likely to be fulfilled.

Registration deadline: December 22
Late registrations will be charged an additional $50 for the breech workshop and $25 for the advanced simulation

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER:
breechwithoutborders.regfox.com/fallbrook

Ever wonder what it takes to be an out-of-hospital midwife for your community?
This free educational gathering is meant to answer all your questions about pathways to midwifery in the United States, and how to become a Licensed Midwife in California. Hosted by Cristi Lewis LM, CPM, Director and Senior Midwife of Acorn Birth Center.
Come join us for an evening of gathering information, telling stories, sharing good food, and connecting with fellow "birth junkies" in your community! Please RSVP by clicking here: forms.gle/aJXNv53nUATjJacJ7

Join us for a FREE support group to talk about breastfeeding!

Nursing parents and their families are welcome to drop in to discuss questions, concerns, and troubleshooting around breastfeeding/ chestfeeding. The group is led by Mary Hodson of the La Leche League organization, and centered around community support for families at all stages of breastfeeding.

Please feel free to bring snacks and water to support your body while attending group meetings.

Meetings will be held the last Saturday of every month from 11am-12:30pm. and participants are welcome to drop in at anytime during the meeting!

- Meetings are FREE with no membership required.
- Meetings are run by Leaders who are parent volunteers who have breastfed their own children.
- Leaders are trained in the normal course of breastfeeding and weaning.
- Each parent is able to ask questions or contribute to discussion as they - choose.
- Attendees may also sit and listen if they prefer.
- Babies are always welcome.
- Expectant parents are encouraged to attend to help get off to a good start.
- Take the information that works for you and leave the rest behind.

We hope to see you there!

La Leche League (LLL USA) is committed to helping families reach their nursing and human milk feeding goals. Leaders are trained parent volunteers who offer free information and support to help you. Meetings are free and offer a place to find a community of parents who share an interest in breastfeeding, chestfeeding, pumping, and human milk feeding experiences, information, questions, and concerns.

Join us on October 29th for a comprehensive (and fun!) CPR and BLS training that meets the requirements for healthcare workers and first responders. Provided by Cardia CPR and Safety, an American Red Cross licensed training provider.

Childbirth Education - HypnoBirthing Series
Part 4 of 4 childbirth preparation class
September 5th, 12th, 19th & 26th (Thursdays)
5:30pm - 8:30pm

This is a NEW 4-part series being taught by certified HypnoBirthing educator, Rena Chandler, and hosted at Acorn Community Birth and Wellness Center! This class series is ideal for birthing mothers and birthing partner/ fathers.

HypnoBirthing is an established, well designed program for mothers and families looking for a gentle and calm birthing experience. Each class teaches the mother and her birthing companion the art and joy of experiencing childbirth in a rewarding and comfortable manner. For more information on HypnoBirthing, visit www.renachandler.com!


Cost: $400, per couple, for ALL 4 classes (sliding scale available)
This fee includes the HypnoBirthing book, affirmation download, handouts, spiral, etc.


Rena's Bio: I am a certified HypnoBirthing educator and have been teaching for over 7 years and have been DONA trained to be a postpartum doula. I have three boys 3,6 and 9. I have had a passion for birth since I was a kid and when I got pregnant with my first child I signed up for HypnoBirthing and it helped me have the birth I knew I was capable of and the rest is herstory. I'm an in-person teacher and never got into a zoom class to teach (I also had my third baby in April 2020). I love teaching families in person. Parents can call me, email or go on my website, www.renachandler.com , for any questions they might have.

Join Acorn midwife Debbie Eakes in a practical, fun childbirth education series designed to prepare parents for what to expect from the third trimester of pregnancy through the birth, postpartum period ("The Fourth Trimester"), and newborn care. Covers breastfeeding 101, comfort measures for labor in both hospital and out-of-hospital settings, how to fall in love with your baby, and more! Registration is for the entire 4 week series and includes birth partner attendance as well.

Please register with the link on November 1st. Please call the birth center with any questions.

This Newborn Care Class is designed to give parents the foundational tools, skills, and information necessary to begin their parenting journey equipped as possible. Taught by birth and postpartum doula, Savannah Bailey!
The class is purposed for any mother, partner, or family member looking to gain confidence in the early months with baby.

We will walk through topics such as:
- Breastfeeding and supplementation
- Diapering baby
- Soothing techniques
- Bathing
- Sleep
- Infant health
- Knowing yourself in the postpartum period

• And more!

There will be hands on time to practice these learned techniques and a short slideshow. The class will take place every 3rd Saturday of the month, starting at 10am for 1 - 1.5 hours. Cost is $40 per couple, per class.

Teacher Bio:
My name is Savannah Bailey, I am a stay at home mom to 3 boys as well as a Birth and Postpartum Doula. My passion is supporting mothers in their unique journeys throughout motherhood.

HeartSaver AED, First Aid & CPR course, through American Heart Association, is ideal for BLS Healthcare Providers, with some amount of medical training.

In this course, participants will:
-Learn how to provide first aid
-Learn how to perform CPR on an adult and infant
-Learn how to use an AED (Automated External Defibrillator)
-Learn how to recognize opioid-associated life-threatening emergencies

Participants will receive a course manual and wallet card of the certification. Certification is good for two years.

Classes will be held at Acorn Community Birth Center, taught by Student Midwife Zha-nee Johnson!

Questions about the class? Please email: zhaneej@gmail.com.

Join us on the last Saturday of each month for a FREE support group to talk about breastfeeding!

Nursing parents and their families are welcome to drop in to discuss questions, concerns, and troubleshooting around breastfeeding. The group is led by Mary Hodson of the La Leche League organization, and centered around community support for families at all stages of breastfeeding.

Please feel free to bring snacks and water to support your body while attending group meetings.

Meetings will be held the last Saturday of every month from 11am-12:30pm. and participants are welcome to drop in at anytime during the meeting!

We hope to see you there!

Join Acorn midwife Debbie Eakes in a practical, fun childbirth education series designed to prepare parents for what to expect from the third trimester of pregnancy through the birth, postpartum period ("The Fourth Trimester"), and newborn care. Covers breastfeeding 101, comfort measures for labor in both hospital and out-of-hospital settings, how to fall in love with your baby, and more! Registration is for the entire 3 week series and includes birth partner attendance as well. Please call the birth center with any questions.

Join Acorn midwife Debbie Eakes in a practical, fun childbirth education series designed to prepare parents for what to expect from the third trimester of pregnancy through the birth, postpartum period ("The Fourth Trimester"), and newborn care. Covers breastfeeding 101, comfort measures for labor in both hospital and out-of-hospital settings, how to fall in love with your baby, and more! Registration is for the entire 2-week series and includes birth partner attendance as well.

Free for Acorn clients, $120 for the series for community parents. Please call the office to schedule.

Join Acorn midwife Debbie Eakes in a practical, fun childbirth education series designed to prepare parents for what to expect from the third trimester of pregnancy through the birth, postpartum period ("The Fourth Trimester"), and newborn care. Covers breastfeeding 101, comfort measures for labor in both hospital and out-of-hospital settings, how to fall in love with your baby, and more! Registration is for the entire 4 week series and includes birth partner attendance as well.

Please register with the link on November 1st. Please call the birth center with any questions.

Childbirth Education - HypnoBirthing Series
Part 3 of 4 childbirth preparation class
October 3rd, 10th, 17th & 24th (Thursdays)
5:30pm - 8:30pm

This is a NEW 4-part series being taught by certified HypnoBirthing educator, Rena Chandler, and hosted at Acorn Community Birth and Wellness Center! This class series is ideal for birthing mothers and birthing partner/ fathers.

HypnoBirthing is an established, well designed program for mothers and families looking for a gentle and calm birthing experience. Each class teaches the mother and her birthing companion the art and joy of experiencing childbirth in a rewarding and comfortable manner. For more information on HypnoBirthing, visit www.renachandler.com!


Cost: $400, per couple, for ALL 4 classes (sliding scale available)
This fee includes the HypnoBirthing book, affirmation download, handouts, spiral, etc.


Rena's Bio: I am a certified HypnoBirthing educator and have been teaching for over 7 years and have been DONA trained to be a postpartum doula. I have three boys 3,6 and 9. I have had a passion for birth since I was a kid and when I got pregnant with my first child I signed up for HypnoBirthing and it helped me have the birth I knew I was capable of and the rest is herstory. I'm an in-person teacher and never got into a zoom class to teach (I also had my third baby in April 2020). I love teaching families in person. Parents can call me, email or go on my website, www.renachandler.com , for any questions they might have.

Join us for an amazing day packed with tons of lactation education! You will receive culturally competent, non-judgmental information for all stages of nursing. This class ideal for expectant families and families currently breastfeeding. Partners, supportive family, and kids are welcome.

August 3rd is an IN-PERSON CLASS

We will discuss the following topics:

-Proper latching
-Milk supply
-Pumping
-Going back to work/school
-Weight loss
-Supplementing
and more.....

This in person class will be hosted at Acorn Birth Center on Saturday, August 3rd at 1pm - 2:30pm.

Cost- $65/per family
HSA/FSA Accepted!

Families who attend the class are also eligible for discounted private lactation consultation. In person and Virtual options with day and evening classes.



Bio- This class will be taught by Tiffany Slade, IBCLC. Tiffany brings a wealth of knowledge surrounding lactation and maternal infant care to families with over 13 years of experience. Tiffany is a International Board Certified Lactation Consultant, Graduate Midwife, Full Spectrum Holistic Doula and mom to four beautiful kiddos.