Give them a strong start.

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Baby’s Breath is a newborn transition course that empowers practitioners & parents to care for babies in the vital first moments after birth through a unique blend of physiologic respect & midwifery expertise

Baby's Breath Newborn Transition and Resuscitation
Physiologic Newborn Transition
  • BEST PRACTICE

  • CALM & LOVING

  • HOLISTIC

  • MIDWIFERY MODEL

  • PHYSIOLOGIC

  • SIMPLE & SAFE

WHY CHOOSE BABY’S BREATH?

A word from our founder…

Michele M. Kazmier, CNM, MS - founder of Baby's Breath -Holistic Newborn Transition and Resuscitation within the Midwifery Model of Care

Michèle Kazmier, CNM, MS, E-RYT, PRYT

Former Maternal Newborn RNC/NICU CCRN

30+ Years of Newborn Transition Experience

Lavender Moon Midwifery

Homebirth - Wellness - Education

San Diego, CA

Baby’s Breath is a unique one-day workshop developed from my over 30 years of experience caring for women, newborns, and growing families as a mother, midwife, nurse, and yoga instructor. As a practicing midwife, I am passionate about helping birth professionals, students, and parents feel confident in providing safe, holistic newborn care in all settings (birth center, home, hospital, and in transfer to the hospital). I am convinced that if we believe in the hallmarks of the midwifery model of care when caring for newborns, we can keep the process safe, effective, and simple to master. I look forward to supporting you in this rich learning environment as you become an expert in holistic neonatal transition.  

Thank you for joining us!

Michèle

GET STARTED

Step 1: Pick a Date & Register for the Baby’s Breath Workshop

*THE NEST Password will be provided after registration for you to access the Webinars and other neonatal resources to study the midwifery-led model prior to attending the workshop. A Passing Score on the Pre-Workshop Exam is now required so all participants are prepared to jump in and practice Skills & Drills

Step 2: Determine if you need the AAP NRP Provider Course - Essentials or Advanced

*May need for your state license, CPM/CNM/RN, Your Midwifery School, or Employer

Step 3: Register for the AAP NRP Provider Course & Complete Part 1

*Go to: NRPLEARNINGPLATFORM.COM to register. Watch the video below for additional guidance.

Ensure that you complete all required pre-workshop didactic:

  1. Baby’s Breath Pre-Workshop Modules

  2. AAP NRP Part 1 (If you are taking the course to also obtain your NRP Provider Course - Card).

You’re All Set to Attend Baby’s Breath ~

See you soon!

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‍ ‍UPCOMING EVENTS

LIVE WORKSHOPS - WEBINARS - ONLINE TRAINING

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Baby’s Breath Workshop - FAQs

  • Our In-Person Workshops consist of an 8 hour training in a small group of 9-12 participants to review all aspects of midwifery-led transition: anatomy & physiology, hallmarks of midwifery model neonatal transition (now online prior to the in-person workshop to provide more time for in-person skills & drills), skills such as PPV, T-Piece, CPAP, LMA, Chest Compressions, UVC, Charting, and Transfer. This is followed by an afternoon session of group scenarios/drills that pull it all together and reinforce Teamwork, Best Practice Transfer Techniques, and Debrief/Trauma Release.

    Become a MEMBER by completing either the in-person or virtual course and receive the following for 2 years following your course date:

    • Access to the Baby’s Breath online courses/webinars to review prior to attending the in-person workshop - additional CE provided on completion at no extra fee.

    • Access to THE NEST for additional neonatal care resources

    • Access to all CE events as a MEMBER for free

    • Access to Baby’s Breath private FB page

    • 1 complementary debrief per year (additional at low MEMBER rate) with Michèle (CE provided at no cost) for any birth experiences you would like to review

    In-Person workshop Satisfies Part 2 (Instructor-Led Event) of AAP NRP Essentials and Advanced Provider Training for those seeking a NRP Card.

    *6 CA BD RN CE provided/Category 1 MEAC Eligible and 4+ additional with webinar completion

    Fees:

    $250 Professionals

    $200 Members (those returning to Baby’s Breath) - Use code MEMBER

    $200 Military (AD/Reserve/Retired/Veterans/Spouses) - use code MILITARY

    $175 Students* - use code STUDENT

    *The Student Category is discounted to assist those paying tuition and limited to those that are currently attending a midwifery/RN/professional school or formal/paid BA training.

  • When you sign up for a Baby's Breath Workshop, you become a member & can access all our resources for 2 YEARS after your workshop date:

    • Access to our private Baby’s Breath Facebook Group

    • Access to ALL Baby’s Breath Online Content - to include skill-specific instruction with videos - CE provided

    • Access to LIVE ZOOMS to practice skills & drills - CE provided!

    • Unlimited AUDITING opportunities (space permitting) for all in-person workshops to continue to practice skills & drills - CE provided

    • Access to THE NEST - Links to Categorized Neonatal Research & Recorded Sessions of our LIVE ZOOMS - Provided in both ENGLISH AND SPANISH

    • Discounted Workshop Tickets when you return to Baby’s Breath in 2 years to renew your training

    • Quarterly Newsletter with Upcoming Training Dates

    • Continuing Education Credits (CA BD RN) - CAT 1 MEAC Eligible - Provided for All Offerings

  • NO - Only those required by their license, certification, or school/employer need to complete AAP NRP training. Baby's Breath adheres to ILCOR guidelines and offers thorough training in neonatal transition and resuscitation. The curriculum and skills are midwifery model & evidenced based - helping participants master the unique aspects of neonatal care in the community setting (home, birth center, or transfer).

  • Yes, If you register for & complete the AAP NRP Essentials or Advanced 9th Edition Online Provider Training (additional fees of $75/$65 respectively apply) PRIOR to coming to the workshop. Baby’s Breath Satisfies Part 2 (Instructor-Led Event) of the AAP Provider Training - Essentials & Advanced.

  • If you required to have the AAP NRP course for your CPM, an accredited midwifery school, your state license, or employer - you likely will need all the lessons (Advanced) 1-11. Contact your organization to discuss your individual requirements before registering with AAP NRP.

  • AUDITING is open to those that are in the 2 year window of taking their last Baby's Breath workshop. If you are not in that window or have never taken the workshop before (regardless of your current AAP NRP Provider Training status) you will need to register in the Professional or Student Category.

  • Yes, CE is provided at no extra cost to all those that attend Baby's Breath for the hours that they chose to participate - even if Auditing. Auditing is open to MEMBERS to practice skills and drills and get updates on current neonatal topics in midwifery-led transition. This is a wonderful way to continue your newborn education and ALWAYS encouraged (class size permitting).

  • You can receive a full refund or opt to reschedule for another class. We understand the importance of flexible refund policies in the birth world!

  • ABSOLUTELY! Babies in arms are always welcome to attend the workshop.

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Embrace the physiology.

Master  the steps.

“Believe you can and you’re halfway there”

— Theodore Roosevelt

VIRTUAL WORKSHOP

Baby's Breath

‍ ‍COMPLETE BABY’S BREATH VIRTUALLY

&

BECOME A MEMBER

CHOOSE A LIVE DATE for ZOOM

MAY 29th or DECEMBER 4th

or

WATCH AN ON-DEMAND RECORDING

(AVAILABLE AFTER 5/29)

MEMBERS of Baby’s Breath receive access to the following for 2 years from their training date:

  • Access to ALL Baby’s Breath Online Content - to include skill-specific WEDNESDAY WEBINARS and LIVE ZOOMS to practice Skills & Drills - CE available for purchase

  • Unlimited AUDITING opportunities (space permitting) for all in-person workshops to continue to practice skills & drills - complementary CE

  • Access to THE NEST - Links to Categorized Neonatal Research & Recorded Sessions of our LIVE WEBINARS & ZOOMS - Provided in both ENGLISH AND SPANISH

  • Discounted Renewal Tickets & Afternoon Only Sessions available when you return to Baby’s Breath in 2 years to renew

  • Quarterly Newsletter with Upcoming EVENT calendar

“Good midwifery combines art, science, experience, and instinct.”

Jennifer Worth

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