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Professional training! Unexpected: Supporting Clients Through Perinatal Loss & Birth TraumaAre you a professional working with individuals who are navigating pregnancy or preparing for the postpartum period? Or, if your practice is not focused on this population, are you aware that approximately 50% of pregnancies are unintended?Supporting clients through “typical” pregnancies requires specific training. Sadly, however, “typical” pregnancies are not guaranteed. Therapists who work with the perinatal population also need to be aware of how to manage the very real challenges that clients may experience, including things such as perinatal loss and birth trauma.Perinatal loss is something that no parent wants to experience. However, pregnancy and infant loss impact millions of families, worldwide, each year. Approximately 1 out of 4 pregnancies ends in miscarriage, and 1 out of 100 ends in stillbirth. Due to stigma, the number of pregnancies that end due to termination for medical reasons (TFMR) is harder to identify.According to the National Institutes of Health, approximately 45% of new mothers experience birth trauma. Factors such as delivery issues, birth complications, or health issues for mother or baby can have a lasting impact on parents.Working with the perinatal population is extremely rewarding. However, it can also be extremely challenging. At The MotherLoad Collective, we want to ensure that therapists feel informed and empowered in supporting clients through the full range of perinatal experiences.With over 35 years of combined experience and training, Kelsey Mizell and Jane Johnson Wall are committed to helping families, as well as the professionals who work with them. Please join us for a specialized training, focused on the difficult topic of perinatal loss and birth trauma.Covered topics will include:*Understanding the full spectrum of birth trauma & perinatal loss (miscarriage, stillbirth, TFMR, infant loss, maternal morbidity and mortality, etc.)*Providing specialized support for infertility, IVF, and pregnancy loss*Implementing trauma-informed therapy approaches for complex grief & PTSD*Navigating NICU stays and parental trauma*Honoring cultural humility and diverse client experiences*Incorporating self-care strategies for therapists to prevent burnout and secondary traumaWhere: Virtual; open to anyone, anywhereWhen: Friday, September 20th, 11 am- 2:15 pm ESTCost: $120 USD (includes program slides and 2 weeks of access to recorded version)CEU: 3 CEUs approved through RIMHCARegistration https://lnkd.in/d3vfxzqzQuestions? Contact us at hello@themotherloadcollective.com

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*FALL COHORT for PERINATAL MENTORING GROUP*Are you a therapist who works with women/families who are navigating pregnancy and the postpartum period? Or, are you considering expanding into working with this population?The MotherLoad Collective (Kelsey Mizell and Jane Johnson Wall) are offering a fall consultation group cohort to support therapists who are early in the journey of working with members of the perinatal population. This mentoring group is unique in what it offers:*Case consultation (includes time for follow-ups from previous consults)*Discussion of themes and topics pertinent to working with this population (matrescence, patriarchal burdens, mental load, responsive parenting, relationship changes, etc.)*Mentorship: sharing of resources and referrals to establish/expand your practice and increase your professional connections*Learning self-care strategies to honor the impact that this work can have on providers*Supporting your overall development and confidence as a perinatal mental health professionalBased on feedback from previous participants, we have extended the length of time for each meeting, and increased the number of meetings for each cohort. DATES: 6 virtual meetings on alternating Thursdays: 9/5, 9/19, 10/3, 10/17, 10/31, 11/14TIME: 11:30 am- 1pm ESTCOST: $325 by 9/1 **$25 discount for past cohort participants**Additional payment plan option: 2 payments of $175 by 9/1 and 10/1Registration:https://lnkd.in/dF-MgaXAFeedback from previous participants:“I appreciate the large amount of wisdom you both brought from your work in this field.”“I walked away each session feeling excited and a little more confident.”Questions? Email us. hello@themotherloadcollective.com

FREE DOWNLOAD for Parents and Professionals: Preparing for Perinatal LossPregnancy loss is something that no parent wants to prepare for. However, perinatal and infant loss impact millions of families, worldwide, each year. Approximately 1 out of 4 pregnancies ends in miscarriage, and 1 out of 100 ends in stillbirth. The number of pregnancies that end due to termination for medical reasons (TFMR) is harder to identify.The MotherLoad Collective feels that it is important for families to feel seen and supported during the most difficult losses that they will ever experience. We have created a free resource with suggestions to start the conversations that will help parents feel empowered in protecting their physical, mental, and emotional needs.We address:*Being informed about what physical changes to expect*Clarifying options for spending time with one’s baby*Discussing options for creating mementos*Ensuring self-advocacy and protection*Exploring ongoing support optionshttps://lnkd.in/e7nTBEZrComing soon: FREE downloadable on preparing for the postpartum experience following perinatal lossComing in September: LIVE training for therapists: Unexpected: Supporting Clients through Perinatal Loss

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ON-DEMAND TRAINING: Foundations of Working with Clients in the Perinatal PeriodAre you a professional working with individuals who are navigating pregnancy and preparing for the postpartum period? Do you want to be able to help people know what to expect during this transformative time in life?If so, join Kelsey Mizell and Jane Johnson Wall, 2 perinatal-certified therapists with over 35 years of combined experience in the field, for our highly regarded online training. Fun fact: approximately 50% of pregnancies are unexpected, so it is essential that clinicians feel prepared to support their clients during this time period. This 3 hour training addresses the pertinent information to help professionals feel confident in supporting new moms and families.Covered topics include:*how to prioritize mental health during pregnancy/postpartum *risk factors and preventative measures for perinatal mood disorders (PMADs)*strategies for protecting a couple’s relationship and creating support networks*promoting responsiveness and bonding without selflessness*identifying resources to share with families*preparing couples for the transition back to work*supporting clients through perinatal loss, medical issues, and birth traumaWhere: Virtual; open to anyone, anywhereCost: $120 USD for 2 weeks of online accessCEU: Approved for 3 CEUs through UGA School of Social Workhttps://lnkd.in/eGUm35edFeedback from recent attendees:“I really loved it. You are both engaging presenters, and you provided a lot of helpful guidance.”“It was very helpful to hear about specific interventions for each challenge that may arise.”

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NOW AVAILABLE: 2 RECORDED WORKSHOPS on SELF-REGULATION for MOMSParenting can be all-encompassing at times and moms need more support. The MotherLoad Collective is committed to meeting that need! We also honor the needs of grieving moms, who often feel conflicted feelings about their identities as mothers, and often feel forgotten by friends and family. Grief never goes away, but can be integrated over time. We have 2 unique virtual workshops focused on self-regulation skills for moms, whether they are looking to bring harmony to motherhood, or are processing perinatal loss. Through these workshops, you will have an opportunity to learn, practice, and implement specific self-regulation techniques that will help support your nervous system.We cover:*Breathing techniques *Shifting your internal dialogue*Bilateral Stimulation*Movement*Self-expression*Benefits of self-regulation vs. “self-care”*And more…In an effort to increase accessibility to all moms, workshop access is priced at just $15 USDhttps://lnkd.in/eEJ2uPyKhttps://lnkd.in/ewtDCGnn

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Are you a professional working with individuals who are navigating pregnancy and preparing for the postpartum period? Do you want to be able to help people know what to expect during this transformative time in life?Join 2 perinatal-certified therapists, with over 35 years of combined experience in the field, for our highly regarded online training, Foundations of Working with Clients in the Perinatal Period. Fun fact: approximately 50% of pregnancies are unexpected, so it is essential that clinicians feel prepared to support their clients during this time period. This 3 hour training addresses the pertinent information to help professionals feel confident in supporting new moms and families.Covered topics include:*how to prioritize mental health during pregnancy/postpartum *risk factors and preventative measures for perinatal mood disorders (PMADs)*strategies for protecting a couple’s relationship and creating support networks*promoting responsiveness and bonding without selflessness*identifying resources to share with families***NEW EXPANDED CONTENT****Supporting clients through perinatal loss, medical issues, and birth trauma*Preparing couples for the transition back to workWhen: Friday, June 7th, from 10 am - 1 pm ESTWhere: Virtual; open to anyone, anywhere*Cost: $120* USD (includes CEUs) CEU: Approved for 3 CEUs through UGA School of Social Work and RI MHCA*Previous attendees of our programs or groups are eligible for a discount. Please email us for the code*https://lnkd.in/eGUm35edFeedback from a past training participant: “I really loved it. You are both engaging presenters, and you provided a lot of helpful guidance.”

ONLINE SELF-REGULATION WORKSHOPS FOR MOMSDuring our time together, you will have an interactive opportunity to learn, practice, and implement specific self-regulation techniques that will help support your nervous system.We will cover:*Breathing techniques (observation/connection, square breathing)*Somatic exercises (butterfly hugs, EFT tapping)*Shifting your internal dialogue (self compassion, thought challenging)*Benefits of self-regulation vs. “self-care”In our efforts to support all mothers, we are offering 2 versions of this workshop. The content of each workshop will be the same, with a few adjustments to the focus.We are holding a special option for moms who identify as bereaved mothers on Friday, May 3rd from 7-8 pm EST. https://lnkd.in/ewtDCGnnWe will hold the workshop on Wednesday, May 8th from 7-8 pm EST for all mothers. https://lnkd.in/eEJ2uPyKAt this time, we are requesting a pay-what-you-can contribution for all participants. Please note: 20% of our proceeds will be donated to Postpartum Support International’s Climb, their annual fundraiser and awareness campaign. 💙

✨ The MotherLoad Collective is committed to supporting parents through the most transformational experiences they will have! Parenting is exhausting- physically, mentally, and emotionally. And, when we are depleted, it is difficult to hold ourselves to a standard of doing our best as moms. When we feel overwhelmed, our nervous system prepares for a threat, triggering responses like fight, flight, freeze, or fawn. Simply put, mom rage is a stress response to overwhelm.We view mom rage as a kind of fight response – loud, tense expressions of anger. It’s your body’s way of protecting itself, of signaling that it’s too much, and that something needs to change. Your mom rage is an advocate for your unmet needs.Please check out our FREE download on Mom Rage and strategies to mitigate and manage parenting overwhelm. **https://lnkd.in/eHcicWZa**Coming soon: self-regulation workshops for moms**

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I'm honored to have been extended the opportunity to be a contributing writer for Rhode Island Moms, an organization that is "passionate about sharing real stories and honest experiences of parenthood." This is a great resource not only for moms in RI and Southern New England, as so much of the content applies to all moms!! Here's my first piece, focused on helping couples prepare for the transition from "partners" to parents."https://lnkd.in/e5TuGqki

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