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The "Midwife's Assistant Orientation" is an excellent resource that explores the issues surrounding attending homebirths with a qualified midwife. It is a welcomed addition to the requirements of NRP and Adult CPR 'C' set out by the CMBC. Lainna has provided an indepth visual guide to familiarize the assistant with set up, clean up and maintenance of equipment used by midwives at home. I recommend this as a valuable tool in preparation for training the Registered Midwife's assistant.

Kirsten Jarvis Registered Midwife

"Because of the Midwife's Assistant Orientation, I was able to anticipate the needs of the midwife and the laboring mom-acting in a timely and effiecient manner. Lainna's sessions intrduced a standardized role and outlined expectation of the second attendant so that I knew what I needed to know and what was expected of me as a second attendant."

Joanne Przystawka, RN

"The workshop taught by Lainna Wheatley was extremely helpful for me. Lainna ensured that all important aspects were covered in detail and helped reinforce the skills. This course, along with NRP, has made me feel competent to attend births with the midwifes in my community."

Alyson Jones, Student Midwife

"Although I had already completed my NRP and CPR requirements before taking the Midwife's Assistant Orientation, it wasn't until I completed the program that I began to feel truly confident in my role as second attendant. The biggest "light bulb" that went on for me was shifting from attending birth as a doula, where I am there to support the woman, to the realization that as a second attendant, I am there to support the midwife. I am thrilled to be trained to provide this kind of support to my local midwife and contribute to home births in my community while I complete my midwifery studies."

Dina Davidson, Student Midwife

"This course is packed with invaluable information. It clearly defined for me the a second attendant's role, protocols and duties relevant to assisting the midwife at a home birth. It covers technical training through lifestyle implications, presented in such a way that there is something for everyone, no matter what your background or previous experience"

Elizabeth Perry, Doula

"The content is the foundation of the roles and expectations of second attendants. The individual difference and preferences of the midwifery practice could easily be woven into the content once in an established midwifery practice. A solid foundation of knowledge and understanding will greatly enhance the working relationship between midwife and assistants. It is a gift to midwives to have available a comprehensive introduction to the roles and responsibilities of a second attendant. Assisting at a birth requires knowledge, understanding and a high level of trust. This course will enhance and compliment the training of a second attendant."

Sharyne Fraser, Registered Midwife

"When I began training potential second attendants after they had completed Lainna's course, they were primed to move onto the next stage of learning. They came to births poised by having an understanding of the roles and responsibilities of both the second attendant and the primary midwife. The course covered a thorough ground of material that is necessary in the training of second attendant, relieving some of the burden on the midwife for the training. The course's resources are useful for the ongoing training, as the material can be reviewed and practiced. The orientation manual is thorough and of exemplary quality. I believe that there is a potential to develop the role of second attendants in the province toward a sustainable system of midwifery and that this course has developed a foundational body."

Barbara Barta, Registered Midwife

"This course was very informative and well put together. The manual provided a ton of information and was easy to use. I really enjoyed the DVD, it really helped to see the manuvers. I found the emergency situations especially helpful. I would highly recommend this course to anyone interested in being a second attendant or a midwife it is very informative."

Robbie-Lynn Nichol
first year Midwifery Student at MCU and mother of 4

-March 30, 2007

"The DVDs for Lainna's course make studying a lot more enjoyable than just reading books, answering questions, and writing essays. They bring the topics closer and help to learn faster. I can hardly wait the next task that begins with: Watch DVD!"

Felicia Marki-Zay
Midwifery Student MCU

March 30, 2007