a self-directed learning process to build a solid foundation of knowledge and experience
* Training Agreement signed and submitted with Enrollment fee ($395)
* Mentor assigned
* Foundation Packet sent with assignment details and necessary forms to complete the following requirements:
A) Reading
A Guide to Effective Care in Pregnancy and Childbirth, (Enkin, et al)
The Birth Book (Sears)
Nutrition Almanac, (Kirschmann) OR The Family Nutrition Book (Sears)
Mind Over Labor (Jones) OR Visualizations for an Easier Childbirth (Jones)
The Thinking Woman’s Guide to a Better Birth (Goer)
Maternal Fitness (Tupler)
Ultimate Breastfeeding Book of Answers (Newman)
A book on the postpartum period/postpartum care
Customized selection relating to topic of the Pregnancy Cycle©
For each book above, you will be able to select from a list of assignments.
B) Study Guide
▪ Read the BBB Study Guide
▪ Complete and correct the Self-Test
C) Birth Interviews
Following the guidelines provided, listen to 3 different birth stories and complete the summaries. At least one of these births must be different in some significant way than a birth you personally experienced.
D) Resource List
Review the national BBB Resource List and compile a local resource list for your future clients.
E) Class Summaries (if possible)
Fill out the review form after auditing a series of each core BBB class—BODY, BIRTH & BABY
* Foundation Packet submitted
* Foundation Packet completion notification/revisions received
* Seminar Registration Form emailed