Joanne Zerdy, PhD will be teaching a one-day online course, ‘Supporting Perinatal Loss’, as part of a 8-week Full Spectrum Doula Training in collaboration with Homegrown Families.

This Loss Training will cover: different forms of perinatal loss, perinatal loss disparities based on race and ethnicity, the impact of the COVID crisis, pregnancy after loss, how to offer grief support, healing practices for bereaved mothers/parents, and practicing self-care as a doula.

Through small- group discussions of case studies, we will delve into this important area of perinatal physical-mental-emotional health so that you feel more confident, skilled, and prepared to support those who experience these profound losses.

*We will also be joined by Guest Speaker, Sadija A. Smiley, bereaved mother and founder of SAILS (Stillbirth and Infant Loss Support).

Testimonials from September 2021 Training:
”In this training, Joanne creates a space for brave connection and learning. This is a training that has better equipped me to provide radical support to individuals in my community who are living through perinatal loss. Not only has it increased my understanding of loss, but it has reminded me of the strength and freedom that comes when we are able to be vulnerable and share our stories wholeheartedly.”

“What a powerful and compassionately delivered training full of information on perinatal loss, ritual, and grief-care. I feel humbled and empowered to walk forward on this path with the wisdom and lived experience Joanne so bravely shared. Thank you.”

Participants receive:
- a Certificate of Completion for attending this training
- discounts on Inviting Abundance offerings

Registration: $175
*BIPOC Equity Scholarships and Partial Need-based Scholarships are available. Please contact Joanne with queries: grow@invitingabundance.net

REGISTER HERE

*Interested in attending the entire Full Spectrum Doula Training? You can find out more details and register by visiting Homegrown Families HERE.