What Julie learned at 2008 Convention

Hi Ladies,

I've been busy ever since the conference but wanted to get this note out to you both. I found the conference invigorating as I always do - it's nice to be surrounded by like minded people. I've compiled a list of what I learned. Some was new, some I just needed to be reminded of. Here goes:

• I should add HUGS to my Parenting the Newborn Class.
• If you're a hammer - everything looks like a nail.
• Press rather than push that baby out.
• My daughters aren't afraid to dance.
• Lift each other and we'll all be lifted.
• I'm jealous of Amber from Orgasmic Birth :)
• Moms need to be supported with losses as well as gains.
• Stress is perceived.
• Evidence based practice isn't practiced much.
• I can move to the future with the computer.
• Sometimes quitting is good.
• Slow down and listen.
• I have alot of work to do - Penny Simkin is 70!
• Ripples are awesome.

I thank you both for my Doula training and for the work you do on a daily basis. I appreciate it. In this time of change I find we're already doing what we should be - supporting moms and new families - what a concept :)

Julie