I learned how creating a relaxed environment helps mammas through stress, how to "relax on purpose".  Also the art of addressing fear - talking through it - praying through it - encouragement - painting "new" pictures in the mind is powerful! I have a better understanding of laboring, pushing and delivery and how to best support a new mamma.

~Dawn Davis, Biblical Counselor

Although this is the second time I have attended this workshop, I re-learned that the ring of fire is actually a good thing!  It is an encouragement to birthing mammas when they feel it, can help them slow down so they don't tear.  The benefits of Arnica was also good to learn more about.

Mary Ann Stoltzfus, Charis Certified CE/Doula

I went home having learned great techniques with the Rebozo and also many ways to relieve back labor.  I'll use all this new information to help future clients.

~Misty Coffey, Charis CE/Doula/LC student

This workshop was awesome! It was great learning some hands-on techniques that will help me serve women better.  The interaction in the workshop was fun and such a pleasure getting to know other Charis students!

~Hannah Price, EMT, Charis Doula student and birth assistant

Although this isn't my first workshop, I learned a lot!  Kristin Schuchmann is a marvelous teacher and engages us with a variety of learning techniques!

~Lisa Kreinbrook, Certified Charis CE/Doula/LC and Midwifery student

~Denae Mulder, Charis CE/Doula/LC student

I loved the discussion time and sweet fellowship at lunch. My favorite portions of the teaching were those that provided practical techniques for bringing emotional and physical peace to the mom. All the personal stories and hands-on activities were most helpful. I look very forward to using all these tools and knowledge to assist women in the miracle of birth!

~McKenna Smith, Charis CE/Doula student

I loved listening to experienced doulas and midwives share stories and hearts about being inter-connected in the birth community, revealing a level of trust and beauty from those who care and work as a team.  I want to see that grow everywhere! Learning that squatting isn't as good during early labor was helpful by understanding the anatomy and timing.  Thank you for covering the contraindications of epidurals. Kristin Schuchmann, thank you for all the loving, encouraging and real words you shared today about birth, and even more for the Light of Jesus you eagerly gave in that. I am inspired greatly by you and all the beautiful women who want to serve, honor and bless God by serving families in pregnancy and childbirth.

~Zipporah Walker, Charis CE/Doula/LC student

Today was a wonderful blessing! Kristin Schuchmann is so sweet and willingly answers questions. I learned a lot about benefits and risks of different comfort measures. Kristin also gave many beneficial "pictures" that helped me understand everything.  I will use these with future clients! Overall this workshop was very educational and it had such a sweet and comfortable atmosphere.

~Annaiah Walker, Charis CE/Doula/LC student

I was very interested to learn many ways a Rebozo can be used to benefit a laboring woman. I learned many instances in which the epidural is contraindicated, for example someone with back acne or someone with scoliosis. The workshop helped solidify the knowledge I gained from the modules by allowing me to practice in a hands-on environment.

~Emily Palisano, Charis CE/Doula student

The "round-table" talk about networking and serving with childbirth professionals was helpful and encouraging. I am looking forward to learning from all those I come into contact with in the childbirth culture. Also the element of human touch ~ the life-giving energy gem that God created all of us with to be able to minister to one another.  The pros and cons of epidural will be shared in any childbirth education class I instruct!

~Wendy Walker, Charis CE/Doula/LC student