The countdown is on for LamazeLIVE! 2024. As you prepare to join your global community of perinatal professionals online, March 7–8, get a preview of some of the latest insights in childbirth education you will gain from the virtual event.

Here, Assistant Professor of Nursing at the University of Oklahoma Fran and Earl Ziegler College of Nursing Kathryn M. L. Konrad, Ph.D., RNC-OB, LCCE, FACCE, shares insights into the session “Bridging the Gap: Integrating Doulas in the Hospital Through Childbirth Education.” This session, which is co-presented with Robin Elise Weiss, Ph.D., MPH, BDT/AdvCD(DONA), LCCE, FACCE, CLC, takes a look at the value and importance of synergizing the efforts of doulas, nurses and childbirth educators to elevate maternal care in hospitals.

Lamaze: Share a one-sentence elevator pitch about your LamazeLIVE! session.

Kathryn M. L. Konrad, Ph.D., RNC-OB, LCCE, FACCE (KK): Doulas and nurses are a great team — come learn how to promote this team in your work.

Lamaze: What industry trend(s) or challenge(s) does your session address? Why does it matter for childbirth educators and perinatal professionals?

KK: The need for labor support from an interprofessional team has long been a need for laboring families. Doulas and nurses are an integral part of this team. CBEs can promote this team in their classes, communities and beyond.

Lamaze: LamazeLIVE! is a virtual event, allowing for connection with peers from across the globe. How does your session foster connection and dialogue among attendees?

KK: Robin and I look forward to meeting with you all and having a robust discussion in our session. Join us!

Lamaze: What is one key takeaway or actionable step attendees can learn from your session and immediately incorporate into their daily work?

KK: Teamwork is vital. Come learn how nurses and doulas can work together.

Lamaze: Why is it valuable to present at — and attend — a Lamaze event?

KK: Lamaze members represent a wide range of professions and people. This brings rich discussion and work to our professional lives. The networking and learning at a Lamaze conference help us learn, grow and develop as professionals.

Register now to save your spot for LamazeLIVE! 2024. We’ll see you online!

Published: February 01, 2024

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