MW 9100 - Midwifery Wisdom:An Introduction

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Bastyr University

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Description:

3 credits This elective is designed to be the first course in the naturopathic midwifery curriculum. It is an introduction to the art and practice of midwifery. It includes a brief history of midwifery and medicine in the U.S., as well as trends in and perspectives on birth in American culture. Students are introduced to counseling skills in maternity care, lactation issues, the fourth trimester, various definitions of "midwife," and some realitiesof midwifery practice. In addition, students view a variety of midwifery-related videos and develop a group and an individual project. Prerequisite: Admission to Bastyr University. NOTE: This class is a prerequisite for application to the naturopathic midwifery program beginning fall 2009.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.bastyr.edu

Phone Number:

(425) 602-3000

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Quarter

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