Feel strong and amazing in your body, before, during, and after a birth.
in only 90 minutes a week
without the unsustainable time commitment, the "Where do I start?" overwhelm, and missing out on self-care opportunities because of your unpredictable schedule
If you’re a midwife, doula or labor & delivery nurse looking to combat the general wear and tear that birth work puts on your body so you can continue to serve your community with joy - then you already know that movement and self-care are essential.
So, I'll spare you the lecture...
- As a birth working professional you already KNOW movement is supportive and vital to your physical, mental and emotional well-being...
- You probably are also aware that reducing pain in your body increases your ability to be present in the moment - which is essential to serving your clients.
Even though the reasons to pursue self-care through movement are obvious, the path to doing it successfully is anything but...
Integrate exercise into my life? Sounds amazing!
But, how could I possibly squeeze this into my already maxed out schedule?
Perhaps in your most courageous moments you've made the commitment to start. You've signed up for a class, joined a gym, or bought some equipment.
Despite your best efforts, you invariably hit the same wall of your demanding schedule and emotionally exhausting workload taking priority over your self-care.... YET AGAIN!
Knowing Vs Feeling...
Ultimately, science has proven that we don't do things because we KNOW we should. In reality - what we do or don't do is really driven by how it makes us FEEL.
Putting it all together...
As a birth worker, you're acutely aware of the power that neurotransmitters such as oxytocin and endorphins have over how we FEEL.
Your breakthrough can happen when you understand how to harness this power and integrate it into your movement and self-care experience.
Decision Fatigue...
Your life is already full of sorting through all the options to help people land on an authentic choice. Your brain can only make so many decisions a day. Science has proven that when you have a plan laid out for you, your ability to achieve success is dramatically increased!
HERE'S WHAT YOU
MIGHT NOT KNOW
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Knowing not only what exercises to do, but HOW to do them changes everything!
I've taken all my expertise in pain-science, biomechanics, and exercise science and created a specialize exercise protocol for birth workers. And I teach you not only what to do, but HOW to do them and how to apply their underlying mechanics into your every day life. -
Nervous system down-regulation
Nervous system down-regulation is directly supported through physical movement - yet this is easy to overlook! Creating a sustainable career means that we need to counteract burnout, and that means supporting your emotional and psychological self with smart and practical down-regulation practices.
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Embodiment is a powerful tool you can use with your clients.
It’s so easy to switch on the ‘care-taker brain’ and go into a mode where we are so focused on our clients, we forget our very selves. As we practice mindful movement, not only during our exercise times, but also as we serve our clients we can more effectively connect with them. We can’t be present with others until we are present in our own bodies.
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Fatigue is a signal that you have relied too heavily on ONE set of muscles.
Fatigue often feels like weakness, but really, its just a signal that your body needs you to make a tiny shift! When we understand HOW to make these tiny shifts all day long, we create an environment in our bodies that is sustainable and supportive!
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You matter.
This is really why I teach what I teach. When you choose to honor your body with education that is not only focused on your clients, but learning about your body and how you can support yourself and your work - you can actually restore that sense of joy and compassion that brought you to your work in the first place.
The 4 Limiting Beliefs
That keep you from self-care success...
(and why you don't have to hold them anymore)
Belief #1
I don’t have time!
I understand! Life is so full! Your schedule is SO unpredictable!
But when we find something that makes us feel SO good and live in our own skin, we somehow figure out a way to integrate it into our lives.
These classes can be done in smaller chunks - even though they’re only 30 minutes each! I also teach you how to integrate what you learn into what you’re ALREADY doing! I’ll show you how you can build strength while you wash the dishes, while you support your clients and even while you’re sitting! Time is not an issue with this holistic approach.
Belief #2
Trying to integrate exercise into life is a recipe for more guilt and shame!
This is normal! Exercise is framed as one huge ‘should’. It’s positioned as something:
- you’re not doing enough of
- you have to do to deserve caloric intake
and as something
- you need to do to create a different shape.
When movement becomes an empowering practice that leaves you feeling nourished and re-energized in all areas of your life.
Belief #3
I don't know what to do!
Movement and exercise are a science (if you want to do them effectively). It's easy to feel unqualified to even know how to move your own body!
I have seen so many people move into strength and function because of a few simple and practical shifts that they are able to implement into their everyday lives!
Shifting into believing that you can understand the basics of movement, alignment, and noticing your own movement patterns, is the beginning of major breakthrough! That's what I love to teach - making this work accessible for all who are willing to learn!
Belief #4
I've tried to work out before and I don't follow through!
Exercise isn't always fun. Daily life can throw us curveballs. And making lifestyle shifts can easily seem like they will only last a week... at most! So why even try?!
This is where the powerful idea of exercise vs movement comes in to play.
When what we learn on our mat starts to become integrated into our everyday life, when we start seeing the activities we do all day every day as easily being modified into activities that build strength, function and mobility, the mat work becomes a place that is inspired.
With this shift, follow-through becomes less about mustering up will-power or consistency. Science shows that when curiosity is piqued and the body is left feeling refreshed, and you feel connected to yourself - these combined positive experiences culminate into a powerful motivation to keep on with this journey!
š¤« Shh...I'm going to let you in on a little secret
You, as a birth workers, have an incredible role to play in society. And you being supported on a personal level through movement, self-care and nervous system down-regulation is vital to our culture's health.
When birth workers are able to be present with themselves in their bodies, they can then be fully present with their clients, making a deeper impact - but also creating a much more sustainable model. That is why I’ve intentionally integrated a course that incorporates movement, but also emotional down-regulation pieces to create a holistic self-care model to provide a practice that leaves you feeling present, strong and joyful.
Testimonials:
Introducing the
Building Real Life Strength for a Sustainable Career
Hello! I'm Erin,
a functional movement specialist who loves supporting birth workers, as they support their communities! I've spent years training in biomechanics, anatomy and exercise science. I love to wrap all these tools up into practical and life-changing trainings.
I'm a busy homeschooling/working mama who has found a movement practice that has not only healed my own chronic pain and dysfunction, that also works for my busy life leaving me feeling strong and embodied. I now love teaching these tools to my students!
The Thriving Birth Worker Movement Method
is the ONLY program of its kind that…
- Focuses on building functional strength for birth workers.
- Guides you through developing your own empowered movement practice that you actually look forward to doing.
- Eliminates decision fatigue by guiding you step-by-step through a holistic movement practice.
- Uses scientific research to structure the course in a way that sets you up for complete success.
So if you’re ready to finally move with function and strength while avoiding burnout and frustration....
Here's how I'll help you get there:
Introduction & Foundations (Available at time of purchase)
Foundations: Developing a basic and powerful understanding of your body, your movement choices and alignment
The Foundations Module sets you up to understand: The HOW behind functional movement. This module gets super practical in the application and understanding of your basic anatomy, alignment and movement patterns so that you can start implementing these shifts into your everyday life, building strength as you go!
Module Highlights:
- Alignment - How to Self-Assess
- How to Move with Alignment in Mind to Support Your Body
- Modifications to Ensure Success
Module 1 (Accessible 7/30/20)
BACK STRENGTH: Developing a powerful understanding of HOW to build strength through our spinal column
Back Strength Module: Back pain! One of the biggest complaints among birth workers! The spine is central to every way that we move - so when we can understand how to move with strength and support through the spine it impacts the rest of the body!
Module Highlights:
- Build Core Strength Through Stabilizing the Spine
- Hip Mobilization Vs Spinal Articulation
- Glute & Hamstring Engagement to Support the Back
- Learning to Activate the Elusive Side-Hip Muscles
Module 2 (Accessible 8/5/20)
CORE STRENGTH: A holistic approach to core strength
Core Strength Module: This module goes way beyond the outdated ideas of building strength through crunches and sit-ups! This is a whole body approach to truly understanding how to optimally engage the core and to know what your movement choices are as you rely on your core in everyday life.
I've applied all my specialized training in core and pelvic floor rehabilitation to make this a truly holistic approach to core strength.
Module Highlights:
- How Spinal Stability Enables the Core to Fire Optimally
- Differentiating Between Core Stability & Spinal & Rib Mobility
- Engaging the Core in All Different Positions - Not Just Prone
Module 3 (Accessible 8/12/20)
UPPER BODY STRENGTH:
An accessible guide to moving with strength through the neck, shoulders and upper body
Upper Body Strength Module: This module is all about breaking down the basics. This area can seem really complex (and to be honest it is), but these basics are a solid foundation to moving with strength through the upper body. No need of heavy weights, with a few boundaries, you'll find a yoga block and your own body weight are all you need to build some serious strength!
Module Highlights:
- Differentiating Between Shoulder Movement & Rib Stability
- Neutral Head Position for Neck & Shoulder Relief
- Arm & Shoulder Strength
- Accessible Strength Training & Sustainable Career Longevity
Module 4 (Accessible 8/19/20)
GROUND MOVEMENT:
A guided way to build mobility and strength from the ground up
Ground Movement Module: You never know what position your body will be required to be in to support your clients! And that includes moving up and down as well as on the ground! This module focuses on how to incrementally build the flexibility and strength required to do these basic but challenging movements. You'll grow in your confidence, balance, flexibility and strength in all the little parts that are required for this full range of motion movement!
Module Highlights:
- Discerning Individual Physical Limitations and Boundaries
- Bolstering & Modifications for Accessibility
- Developing Targeted Movement Protocols for Increased Mobility & Strength
- Creative Movement Options That Work for Your Body
Module 5 (Accessible 8/26/20)
NERVOUS SYSTEM DOWN-REGULATION:
Utilizing movement to support the nervous system
Nervous System Down-Regulation Module: This might be the most important module. We go straight at the idea that the physical health and strength is separate from your mental and emotional well-being. Utilizing recent scientific understanding of the nervous system, we use movement and somatic practices to down-regulate your entire nervous system and body. Birth work can be emotionally challenging, draining and traumatic at times. These tools are vital to have in your self-support toolbox to have a long and healthy career.
Module Highlights:
- Introduction to the Psoas
- Movement & the Nervous System Connection
- Practical Embodiment Practices
- Somatic Practices for a Healthy Nervous System
Thriving Birth Worker Movement Method is a holistic approach to physical self-care through movement.
If, within two weeks of the official 7/30/20 launch, after working through all the available course material, you haven't experienced positive results in your body - simply fill out the return form for a full refund.
Here’s what you’re getting when you enroll today:
Thriving Birth Worker Movement Method Course
- Opportunity to earn 11 Continued Education Hours via MEAC (also accepted by DONA) - (simply pass quizzes for each module)
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Private Facebook Group with access to Erin and Community Support, Challenges and Prizes to keep you motivated and on track!
- Weekly Live Q and A Sessions to answer all your specific questions
- Access to all updates for life!
Total Value: $799
But when you enroll today, you’ll get access to everything for just:
Total Cost Only:
$197
OR
4 Easy Payments
ONLY
$54.49
Frequently Asked Questions
What people asked before signing up for the Course:
This is an ONLINE ONLY product! Users will need to have internet access and a compatible electronic device to view the course!
After purchasing you will be sent an email with a username and password to login and view the course materials. This course is released at weekly intervals with the Introduction and Module 1 sections being available immediately, and the following modules open on the 30th and every Wednesday thereafter until all the content is available.
I totally understand where this question is coming from! Who has time to add an extra something to their already filled schedule?
Here’s the simple answer: about 90-100 minutes a week, round up and call it an even 2 hours a week.
Here’s the hard truth, change requires effort. You’re interested in this course because something in your body requires attention, from pain and soreness to simply wanting to feel stronger and more stable, and these things don’t happen overnight.
I really want to support you in having an amazing experience in your own body, and movement is a powerful tool, but consistency is also key to seeing those results.
But here’s the good news, I also show you how to incorporate this work into what you’re already doing in life, making these changes sustainable!
Nope. This course is designed to be super-accessible, building from where you’re starting now. I’ve coached amazing great-grandma’s to seasoned athletes and love helping you find your boundaries and build strength from there.
I’d recommend being able to get up and down off of the ground comfortably, and being able to be on hands and knees for a minute or two, the rest will be built up during the course!
Also, another "no." You will want a comfortable place to exercise, so you can use a yoga mat, but you can also just exercise on your carpet! I recommend using a half foam roller, a yoga block or two, a yoga strap, and a blanket. I also show you creative ways you can substitute any of these pieces with things you already have around your house. I find that it’s easier to simply have a few simple tools, but it’s entirely possible to get a bit creative and substitute as needed.
This is an OPTIONAL benefit that you can take advantage of!
Taking the course for 11 CE via MEAC is an option where in order to receive the accreditation you will be required to take a short test at the end of every module - basically showing that you’ve done the work. We have tried to make the process simple and easy.
If you have no interest or need for these credits, just skip the MEAC quizzes and move on to the next module when it releases or you’re ready.
Yes! I have focused quite a bit of my studying on understanding how to support core and pelvic floor injuries. I have created this course with that education in mind. While this course is not designed to deep dive into the core and pelvic floor, this course will provide a holistic approach to supporting the whole body, including your core and pelvic floor!
Lifetime access. Which means you can take your time moving through the course, and also, you can come back to and utilize these classes and informational videos any time! It also means that you will automatically have access to any future updates to the course!
Yep! I don’t want you to foot the bill unless Thriving Birth Worker Movement Method really is the missing link between you and moving into strength and function.
That’s why I’m giving you 14 DAYS to put the plan into action before making a final commitment. If you do the work (details here) and decide this course is not right for you, just let us know and we will refund your investment.
In most cases the answer is "Yes!" Although it does require some free or low-cost third party apps. You can check out our guide on device streaming here. We'll also include the link in your first email when you sign up!
Of course š
The Thriving Birth Worker Movement Method is a 5 Module Course that includes exercise classes and education for each module, each building on top of the other:
Foundations- a basic and vital understanding of movement anatomy and alignment, bolstering options and modification support
Back Strength: How to Build Core Strength Through Stabilizing the Spine, Hip Mobilization Vs Spinal Articulation, Glute & Hamstring Engagement to Support the Back, Learning to Activate the Elusive Side-Hip Muscles
Core Strength: How Spinal Stability Enables the Core to Fire Optimally, Differentiating Between Core Stability & Spinal & Rib Mobility, Engaging the Core in All Different Positions - Not Just Prone
Upper Body Strength: Differentiating Between Shoulder Movement & Rib Stability, Neutral Head Position for Neck & Shoulder Relief, Arm & Shoulder Strength, Strength Training & Sustainable Career Longevity
Ground Movement: Discerning Individual Physical Limitations, Bolstering & Modifications, Developing Targeted Movement Protocols for Increased Mobility & Strength, Creative Movement Options That Work for Your Body
Nervous System Down-Regulation: Basic understanding of the psoas and how to support it, Movement & the Nervous System, Practical Embodiment Practices, Down-Regulations Through Neurogenic Shaking, Somatic Practices for a Healthy Nervous System
Bonus Content:
Private Facebook Group
Weekly Live Q and A Sessions to answer all your specific questions
Support as you move through this journey
Access to all updates!
Here’s what you’re getting when you enroll today:
Thriving Birth Worker Movement Method Course
- Opportunity to earn 11 Continued Education Hours via MEAC (also accepted by DONA) - (simply pass quizzes for each module)
-
Private Facebook Group with access to Erin and Community Support, Challenges and Prizes to keep you motivated and on track!
- Weekly Live Q and A Sessions to answer all your specific questions
- Access to all updates for life!
Total Value: $799
But when you enroll today, you’ll get access to everything for just:
Total Cost Only:
$197
OR
4 Easy Payments
ONLY
$54.49
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The Thriving Birth Worker Movement Method is PERFECT for you if…
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You’re ready and excited to experience strength in your body!
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You’re willing to LEARN how your body moves.
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You’re willing to take (make) 2 hours a week for yourself.
- You are willing to listen to your body and learn from it! (I'll show you how!)
- You are excited to feel strong and functional in your own skin!
If you said “yes” to at least 4 of the 5 statements above, I can’t wait to meet you inside the:
Thriving Birth Worker Movement Method!
Here’s what you’re getting when you enroll today:
Thriving Birth Worker Movement Method Course
- Opportunity to earn 11 Continued Education Hours via MEAC (also accepted by DONA) - (simply pass quizzes for each module)
-
Private Facebook Group with access to Erin and Community Support, Challenges and Prizes to keep you motivated and on track!
- Weekly Live Q and A Sessions to answer all your specific questions
- Access to all updates for life!
Total Value: $799
But when you enroll today, you’ll get access to everything for just:
Total Cost Only:
$197
OR
4 Easy Payments
ONLY
$54.49
