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$100.00 Birth Workshop for Expectant Couples with Darlene Bergener
Birth Workshop For Expectant Couples - Hybrid: in-person (fully vaccinated) or online
Two Dates to choose from: 3/27/2022 or 6/5/2022
1:00pm - 5:00pm $100 per couple
Workshops are not eligible for any discounts.
Feel vibrant throughout pregnancy and confident as your due date approaches.
You just need the right tools and know how and when to use them!
Pregnancy discomforts and typical birthing practices can create many
obstacles. This virtual, yet hands-on workshop for couples, taught by
Darlene Bergener, a yoga teacher, myofascial release therapist and birth
doula, includes evidence-based and highly effective holistic comfort
measures, not covered in traditional birthing classes.
Discussions will include unmedicated, medicated, and C-section
deliveries. You will receive a complete packet of all the information
empowering you to confidently navigate your amazing, yet sometimes
challenging, journey to motherhood!
We will cover:
· Yoga postures for alleviating common discomforts like back pain,
sciatica & more
· Breath practices & positioning for focus, comfort, & labor progression
· Massage techniques for pregnancy aches, contraction relief & beyond
· How Covid-19 affects my birth plan
· Exercises to support postpartum recovery
· Practical suggestions for successful breastfeeding.
BONUS: Doula tricks, mindset shifts, and relaxation practices to overcome
obstacles when needed.
Darlene Bergener
Darlene Bergener, E-RYT500, RPYT, LMT, CPMT, CD(DONA) has a passion for teaching informative, inspirational & evidence-based yoga classes and birth workshops to help moms feel vibrant, have fun, relax, recharge and be their best through pregnancy & beyond!
She completed her 500hr training through the Himalayan Institute in traditional Hatha Yoga and holds an additional 200hr certification in prenatal & postnatal yoga through Colette Crawford of the Seattle Holistic Center.
She is a Licensed Massage Therapist, specializing in Myofascial Release Therapy for prenatal, postnatal, pediatric and adult clients in Elkridge, MD, is a Birth Doula trained though DONA International and is a professional member of Evidence-Based Birth. Darlene skillfully blends all of her training into her classes and workshops providing extraordinary benefit for her students and clients.
Darlene began her health journey in 1998 during her 12 year career as a mechanical engineer, turning to yoga to maintain her health and well-being. After experiencing the profound benefits for herself, she developed a passion for creating a warm and welcoming environment so anyone, with any size, shape, strength or limitation, can practice safely and confidently in a community of support.
She shares her strong knowledge of anatomy and her sense of humor to educate and help students have fun while maximizing their physical, mental, and emotional health. Darlene teaches “yoga for life”, not just for in the classroom so students can feel strong, balanced, vibrant and resilient, anytime and anywhere.
For more info, contact Darlene directly at darlene@bergenerhealth.com or visit www.bergenerhealth.com and we look forward to having you join us in class!
