Course Overview

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Course Objectives

• Understand the physiology of the postpartum from the perspective of Western Biomedicine.
• Understand the physiology of the postpartum from the perspective of Chinese Medicine.
• Understand the benefits of a well-managed postpartum, including the concept of the Golden Month, as an opportunity for long-term health improvements in the mother.
• Understanding the principles of managing the postpartum, as well as the following aspects of self care: Rest, Routine Acupuncture and Moxibustion, Dietary Therapy, and Social Support.

Course Outline

0 hrs - 15 minIntroduction to the postpartum in the Yangsheng tradition. Cross-cultural perceptions of the postpartum.

15 min - 45 minPostpartum physiology – Chinese Medicine perspective. Postpartum physiology – Western Medicine perspective. Benefits of a good postpartum: bonding, healing of old trauma and resourcing oneself for future good health.

45 min - 1 hrsComponent 1 of good care, "Rest": energy output postpartum, what constitutes proper rest.

1 hrs - 1.25 hrsComponent 2 of good care, "Massage and Warmth": avoiding cold, mother warming, massage.

1.25 hrs - 1.5 hrsComponent 3 of good care, "Proper Diet": requirements and principles of the postpartum diet.

1.5 hrs - 1.75 hrsComponent 4 of good care, "Support": mothering the mother, honouring the mother, giving practical support.

1.75 hrs - 2.25 hrsThree case histories.

2.25 hrs - 2.5 hrsConclusion