March Birth Connection

Note: Since I am newly postpartum and RSV season is still in full swing, we will continue with a virtual meetup for March.

Oftentimes pregnant individuals focus so much time on preparing for their labor and birth that they neglect to prepare for their postpartum period adequately or entirely. Don't get me wrong, preparing for labor and birth is very important, especially since the medical system tends to look at pregnant people as just another cog in the system, rather than as unique individuals with their own autonomy to decide what is best for their unique needs and medical histories. Understanding what normal physiologic birth is and what potential complications could arise as well as what your options are is extremely valuable in maintaining your autonomy and making informed decisions. However, preparing for the postpartum journey is just as important! So, come join us for the next Birth Connection meetup so we can learn together and see how we can support our clients!

Who: Birthworkers

What: The Fourth Trimester

When: March 14th @ 5:30pm

Where: Zoom (Registration Link)

Why: Join us for opportunities to connect within the Tucson birth community & dive deep into topics for Birthworkers related to all things reproduction, pregnancy, birth, postpartum, etc.

The topic & training will be The Fourth Trimester: A Postpartum Guide to Healing Your Body, Balancing Your Emotions, & Restoring Your Vitality by Kimberly Ann Johnson (you can check them out on IG: @fourthtrimesterhealing or their website).

You can get the book:

• On Amazon as a paperback, kindle, or audible book.

• The Pima County Public Library has 4 physical copies.

• Via eBook & audiobook on the Libby app if you have a Pima County Public Library card.

You can also check out these additional resources and materials:

• Local Postpartum Resources & Support Groups (in Tucson area)

  • La Leche League Tucson

    • 1st Saturday @ 10:00am - Eckstrom-Columbus Library

    • 3rd Saturday @ 7:00pm - Zoom (email)

  • Milk and Honey

    • Tuesdays @ 9:30am

  • Moonlight Milkies

    • Wednesdays @ 9:00am - Check IG @moonlightmilkies for the location each week & any date/time changes

  • 4th Trimester Arizona - Tucson Village

    • 4th Wednesday @ 10:00am - Milk & Honey (Registration Required)

  • El Rio - Babylove Group

    • Tuesdays @ 12:00pm - El Rio Health 839 W Congress St

  • Tucson Postpartum Depression Coalition

• Postpartum Books

  • The First Forty Days

• Podcasts

  • EBB podcast Episode 271: Bringing a Whole Family Approach to Birth and Postpartum Doula Work with Brandi Jordan, Found of The Cradle Company

  • EBB podcast Episode 286: Importance of Postpartum Support with the Founder of In Kind Boxes, Maria Berglund

  • EBB podcast Episode 288: From Birthing in the Pandemic to Birthing a Career as a Postpartum Doula and Chef with Malisa Dekker of Planted Postpartum

• Other Resources

  • Postpartum Support International

Reminder: Birth Connection is intended to be an inclusive & safe space where difficult topics may come up that push us and are inclusive of the entire birth community. Please be mindful of your words and actions and always be respectful of others.

***If you are interested in joining us, please RSVP using the Zoom Registration Link above and you will get the Zoom Meeting Event.***

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