Peaceful Homebirth Retreat
A little over 1% of women are choosing to homebirth in America. Most people don't understand why you would follow the dream of homebirth. Where can you find your village, information and support you need to follow through on the dream to birth in the safety and comfort of your own home?
I will tell you.... THE 2024 PEACEFUL HOMEBIRTH RETREAT!
Learn about God's original design for birth and His heart for YOU!
***Accommodations included upon request***
Registration Open NOW!
Imagine taking time to let go of responsibility , be pampered, rest and connect with other women wanting to or has experienced a peaceful, Holy Spirit filled homebirth.
FIND YOUR VILLAGE, REST, HEAL AND PREPARE FOR A PEACEFUL HOMEBIRTH
**Currently open for early bird registration.**
Friday July 19th
Retreat Itinerary
**Free Accommodations upon request**
July 19th: 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM
3:30 PM-4:00 PM PHP Student Registration and Room Assignments
4:00 PM - 4:30 PM: Registration and Welcome
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Greeting and check-in
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Distribution of welcome kits
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Brief overview of the retreat objectives and schedule
4:30 PM - 5:15 PM: Opening Session - Connect & Introduce
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Ice-breaking activities
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Introductions
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Overview of the retreat's theme: Find your village, build connection, experience healing, prepare for a peaceful homebirth.
5:15 PM - 6:00 PM: Group Activity - Nature Walk and Mindful Meditation
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Guided walk around the cabin surroundings
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Mindful meditation session
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Opportunity for reflection and connection with nature
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM: Dinner & Village Meeting
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Catered dinner
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Informal time of connection
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Facilitated discussions on natural health and wellness
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM: Breakout Sessions
Non-Pregnant Women
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Workshop: "Basics of Herbal Medicine and Homeopathy"
Pregnant Women
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Workshop: "God's Design for Birth and His Heart for YOU!"
8:00 PM- 9:00 PM: Connection Time/Ministering/Prayer
10:00 PM: Lights Out
July 20th: 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
8:00 AM Arrival and Morning Refresh Stretch
9:00 AM - 9:30 AM: Light Breakfast
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM: Workshop - Regulating Your Nervous System
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Interactive session on calming your nervous system to promote health for the whole family
10:30 AM - 11:15 AM: Breakout Sessions
Non-Pregnant Women
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Workshop: "Birth Story Sharing/Celebration"
Pregnant Women
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Workshop: "Prevention of complications and promotion of healing with proper nutrition"
11:15 AM - 12:30 PM: Brunch & Village Meeting
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Brunch with healthy options
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Discussion groups
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM: Group Activity - Guided Journaling
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Guided discussion and journal prompts for the mother
1:30 PM - 2:30 PM: Breakout Sessions
Non-Pregnant Women
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Workshop: "Healing Birth Trauma 101"
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Birth trauma circle
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** For women who've had a traumatic birth only**
Pregnant Women
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Workshop: "All about vaginal tears"
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The normalcy of tearing, prevention and healing techniques
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM: Afternoon Break - Free Time/Prayer/Ministry Time
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Optional activities like journaling, quiet reflection, or nature walks
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM: Group Activity - Guided Journaling and Reflection
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Guided journaling session for self-reflection
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Discussion Table Time
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM: Breakout Sessions
Non-Pregnant Women
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Workshop: "Healing Diastasis"
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Strategies for healing and being strong
Pregnant Women
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Workshop: "Unassisted birth facts and myths & the power of community birth"
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+ Prenatal Bonding Activities
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Activities to strengthen the bond between mother and baby
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM: Closing Session - Reflection and Celebration
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Group reflection on the retreat experience
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Celebration of personal growth and connections made
6:30 PM - 9:00 PM: Farewell Dinner & Sisterhood Dance Party
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Catered Dinner
9:00-9:30 Say Goodbyes
10:00 Lights Out for PHP Students
July 21st: 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
PHP STUDENTS ONLY
8:00 AM Breakfast
8:30- 9:30 Worship/Devotional
9:30- 10:30 Ending Q&A
11:00 Say Goodbyes
***Subject to Change***