Join us on this call to explore common characteristics of the Innocent archetype, including qualities we may experience in the parents we work with, how this archetype shows up in practice, ideas for ways to respond, and tasks of preparation we may offer to support them on their childbearing journey.

Let’s dive a little deeper into the Orphan archetype. We can see this archetype on a societal level, in popular and traditional stories, in ourselves, and in parents preparing for birth. With a focus on the childbearing year, we’ll explore the light and shadow sides of the Orphan and the process of integrating the two.

Birth workers often support others through intense, unpredictable experiences, which makes tending to our own nervous systems an essential part of our work.

Together, we’ll reflect on how regulation and dysregulation show up in birth spaces, and how birth workers can cultivate steadiness within themselves while supporting the people they serve.

The gathering of ideas, information, mentors and tools is an important part of preparing for birth. But in a world flooded with voices, resources, and products, how do we choose where to focus our attention? Come learn how to support your clients (and yourself) in finding meaningful connections to gather, rather than being overwhelmed by the noise. Let's move together from endlessly accumulating to discernment and confidence.