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* To register for either the Birth Preparation Workshop or the Labor Tools and Techniques Workshop, please select your first and second choices for the workshop dates you would like to attend and then enter your registrationinformation in the boxes below.
* If you do not see a date that works for you, please contact Patti. It is possible that other dates can be added. She also provides private in-home classes if your schedule prevents you from being available for
the weekend workshop. There is an hourly charge for private classes.
* Your payment will hold your place in the workshop, so please submit it soon after registering. If you need to make other payment arrangements, please contact Patti at 253-565-7981 or birthpreparation@aol.com
Please make your check out Patti Ramos and mail it to:
Patti Ramos
c/o The Ramos Education Center
7406 27th Street West, Suite 301
Tacoma, WA 98466
* Cannot afford the workshop fee? Patti would be happy to discuss the possibility of creating a payment plan and/or a possible trade.
* Refund policy: A minimum 48 hour notice prior to the morning of the class date is required for a refund should you need to cancel (less a $75.00 cancellation fee) For no-shows, the entire class fee is non- refundable.
"Labor Tools and Techniques" One-Day Birth Preparation Workshop
~ For those of you who prefer to take the fast track to your labor and birth preparation, the "Labor Tools and Techniques" Workshop is a great alternative to the 2-day Birth Preparation Workshop. It is also a practical and fun refresher class for couples who are expecting their 2nd baby (or 3rd or 4th!). *If you are expecting your first baby, it is highly recommended that you attend the 2-day Birth Preparation Workshop which includes two "Ice Journeys" - very empowering, memorable, and realistic labor simulations.
This workshop includes the following information:
*Aromatherapy
*Music therapy
*Massage therapy
*Breathing techniques
*Creative labor positions
*Pain coping practices and techniques
*Ice Contaction Simulation (does not include the "Ice Journey")
*Relaxation and comfort suggestions/practices
*Rotation techniques for babies who are malpositioned
*Enhancing communication skills with each other and the medical staff
*The partner's role and how he/she can effectively support and assist the mother in labor
Class fee: $195.00 / couple
Workshop hours: 10:00am - 7:00pm - Saturday or Sunday
Dates: Apr 13, June 22, July 13, Oct 5, Nov 9, Dec 14
*Your advance payment reserves
your place in the workshop.
Please mail your check or money order to:
Patti Ramos
c/o The Ramos Education Center
7406 27th Street W., Suite 301
Tacoma, WA 98466
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* Please bring the following items with you to the workshop:
1) Three bed-type pillows and a large, thick blanket or sleeping bag (which will be used on a carpeted floor)
2) A journal or notebook for taking notes. (this will help remind you of the many techniques, exercises and positions we will cover in class)
3) Wear comfortable clothes (such as sweats, shorts or yoga pants) for some occasional exercising and floor sitting. Moms ... please do not wear a dress, pantyhose or bib type overalls.
4) Light snacks, juice and water will be provided. We will take a 30 minute lunch break around 1:00pm. Please bring your lunch so you can relax during those 30 minutes rather than go out for a rushed lunch at a restaurant.
** Because of the long hours and various activities involved in this workshop, it is recommended that you make an effort to not schedule any other activities on either Friday, Saturday or Sunday evening so that you may get adequate rest and have the opportunity to "debrief" with one another after the workshop.
* Classroom Location:
The Tacoma Ramos Education Center (Plaza West Building)
7406 27th Street West, Suite 301 (top floor)
Tacoma, WA 98466
The building is just a few minutes south of the Tacoma Narrows Bridge. It is located next door to Brassfield's Salon and across the street from the Montessori school.
featuring the memorable "Ice Journey"
Class fee:
$295.00 / couple (2 day workshop)
Workshop hours:
10:00am - 7:00pm - Sat and Sun
2013 two-day workshop dates:
Apr 27-28 May 18-19 Jun 8-9
July 26-27 Aug 24-25
Sept 28-29 Oct 26-27 Nov 23-24 Dec 28-29
*Continue scrolling down the page for the
"Labor Tools and Techniques Workshop" dates
* After completing the registration boxes to the left, please be sure to click the registration submission bar below the question box.
Thank you!
*Your advance payment reserves your place in the workshop.
Please mail your check or money order to:
Patti Ramos
c/o The Ramos Education Center
7406 27th Street W., Suite 301
Tacoma, WA 98466
* After completing the registration boxes to the left, please be sure to click the registration submission bar below the question box. Thank you!
03-31-08 Hi everyone! Well today is the first day back in the real world, and I will say that it was hard to leave our little cocoon last night. Zach and I had such an emotional, awesome weekend, that it was kind of sad to leave at the end. I hope that everyone had such a profound experience, and I will definitely look forward to hearing how each of your birth experiences go. I pray that we all have safe deliveries and healthy babies!
Thanks again everyone for sharing in this weekend with us. I know that Zach and I both feel so close to one another after having gone through it together. Zach left last night saying that he will definitely recommend the class to anyone and everyone. It was such a blessing seeing the complete turnaround in him after going through my ice journey after seeing how he originally felt about his. He now says that it was great and exactly what he needed to help me through.
Anyway I hope everyone has a great week and I look forward to hearing from all of you soon. I feel a special bond with each of you, even though we only met this weekend. We all went through something so profound that it couldn't help but bring us together.
Talk to you soon ~
Suzanne & Zach
03-29-08 & 03-30-08 Birth Preparation Workshop
Mariah
German
Megan
Rashan
Suzanne
Zach
Athena
Jesse
Amy
Pat
Karen
Mark
Bridgette
Mike
Cindy
Doug
Suzanne and Zach
04-04-08 Patti ~ Thank you so much for adding us to your website. What an honor! I have been visiting your site often this week-it is helping me stay connected to you and your wonderful class. I know that my marriage is stronger because of you and the class and I just want to say thank you so much. I am so looking forward to seeing everyone again-I can't wait. It has been on my mind constantly this week. You will always hold a special place in my heart for giving us what you gave us last week. I will definitely be keeping in touch. Love, Suzanne
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Patti Ramos WorkshopsTM
There are three workshops to choose from ...
The two-day Birth Preparation Workshop
featuring the renowned "Ice Journey" labor simulation
10:00am-7:00pm Saturday and Sunday - $295.00/couple
The one-day "Labor Tools and Techniques Workshop
an 8-hour workshop focusing on pain coping practices, creative labor techniques, relaxation,
breathwork and the support role of the partner. Includes the Father's "Ice Journey" labor simulation.
10:00am-7:00pm Saturday or Sunday - $195.00/couple
Private Class
a 4-hour workshop designed specifically to your interests and educational needs
(call for dates) - $65/hr
Ina May Gaskin - Photo ©2013 Patti Ramos Photography
