DID YOU KNOW?

1 in 6 women in 1st world countries reported being mistreated while in labour. This included ‘’loss of autonomy, being shouted at, scolded, or threatened, and being ignored, refused, or receiving no response to requests for help”.

This was more common among women of colour, of lower socioeconomic status, and women under the age of 30.

What do you think the stats will look like in South Africa?

The only way there will be change, is to start educating ourselves about the rights of a birthing woman and her family, and taking a stand for it.

In saying this, I don’t necessarily mean litigations and kicking up a fuss, but rather knowing your preferences and communicating it respectfully beforehand.

DID YOU KNOW?

A recent study found that 1 in 7 women suffered from Postpartum Depression.

And did you know that up to 1 in 4 fathers suffer from Postpartum Depression? This has nothing to do with the physiology of a male, or his hormones, but rather the stress of having a baby. This rate can increase to 1 in 2 for the fathers when the mother is suffering from Postpartum Depression.

Good postpartum care of a mother facilitates a happy mother, happy home and happy family.

Having someone to talk to about relaxation and self-care, the impact a baby can have on the marriage, and knowing the warning signs of any mood, anxiety or depression disorders during pregnancy and postpartum is very important.

THIS DOESN’T HAVE TO BE YOU AND YOUR FAMILY!

Each individual is part of a family, and families are integral building blocks making up society.

When the family is upright and healthy (spiritually, mentally, emotionally, and physically), the individuals raised from this family will be upright, and when the individuals are upright, his family, in turn, will be upright, and so we build an upright Ummah insha’Allah.

Childbirth educators understand that birth is a normal life event that deserves a family –  centred circle of care for the birthing woman and her family.

We focus on wellness, health promotion, knowledge of informed consent, evidence-based care, and the use of nonmedical and self-care techniques to encourage a normal physiologic pregnancy, labour, and birth.

Consulting with a childbirth educator doesn’t in any way replace consultation with your primary healthcare provider but rather we work as part of a team which includes the birthing mother, family, healthcare providers including midwives and doulas, and community resources.

The key person in this circle, being the birthing mother.

When couples take time to learn about childbirth early, this can prevent trauma, depression, build a healthy marriage and make a family stronger.

Good news is If you didn’t have the opportunity to learn these things the first time around, it’s never too late to learn, adapt and do better the next time insha’Allah.

Our online family – centred Childbirth Education Practice is open.

We are a global organisation, based in Port Elizabeth, South Africa.

OUR MISSION:

To improve birth outcomes for women all over the world, regardless of colour, language, ethnicity, socioeconomic status. To make good – quality, professional, evidence-based information and services more readily available. To decrease birth trauma, to decrease Post Partum Depression, To decrease the divorce rate and to increase the amount of thriving and happy Muslim families.

We are extremely excited to announce that we are operating on a Global Equity Pricing Basis inspired by the International Childbirth Education Association. You pay according to the country category you live in. (See www.zaahidajoel.com/equity-pricing). Prices quoted below are for category B including South Africa.

*To top it off, families who are experiencing unemployment, divorce, trauma, rape or any other difficult or straightened circumstances can apply for a full or partial waiver so that you “pay what you can afford”. These will be decided on a case by case basis.*

WE OFFER:

A – Birth Consultations

30 – minute            –      14 USD  / ZAR 240 or  pay what you can afford*

1 – hr                         –       28 USD   /  ZAR 480  or  pay what you can afford*

B. Counselling sessions for Dads with Counsellor Ml Muhammed Tariq Joel

Same prices as Birth Consults

C.  Full 3 – month Childbirth Education program – BETA VERSION – 69 USD / ZAR 1200

6 – module online course including 6 followup coaching sessions. This is a very high touch, integrative personalised program. Our Childbirth Education curriculum is Faith-Based, Trauma-Informed and Evidence-Based and is underpinned with teachings from Quraan and Sunnah but proudly serving families of all faiths.

I cover:

1. Reproduction, conception and pregnancy,

2. The physiological process of Labour & Birth,

3. Rights of a birthing family, Informed Consent & Evidence-based Care

4. Mindset & Comfort measures – how partners can support moms

5. Postpartum care of the mother

6. Newborn care and breastfeeding

FAQ

Q. What can be expected from a Birth Consultation?

A. This is education/ Consultation and Coaching tailored to suit your needs! I do not diagnose or treat. I can address any fears you may have, and coach you on your mindset for your birth, I can answer any questions and concerns you may have, I can assist you with your birth planning, do a once-off mini-class eg. breastfeeding, comfort measures, pregnancy nutrition, pain medication pros and cons VBACS etc.

Q. How does this process work?

A. Your time as a couple is of utmost importance to me. You reach out to me via email – [email protected], I send you payment details and booking link including a questionnaire so that you can explain your goals to me. We will also sign a professional Indemnity and Non Disclosure form. If any research needs to be done, that will be done by me before the time, so that you gain the most out of your time with me. On the day I connect with mom or mom and dad, via phone call or Zoom, whichever is your preference. Feel free to book a FREE quick check-in phone call for up to 15 mins if you are not sure what your needs are. www.zaahidjoel.com/birthconsult

Q. Do you offer in-person doula support?

A. No, we offer consulting that works hand – in hand with you hiring a doula

Q. Do you work with couples in Port Elizabeth?

A. Yes, we work with couples all over the world. Please reach out to receive the Equity pricing based on country, if you know someone somewhere else in the world who needs our help.