The Nature of Nurturing

Session Objectives:

• Recognize the psychological and physical disorders frequently seen in adult survivors of childhood sexual abuse
• List common life events that trigger memories of childhood sexual abuse
• Name specific behaviors in a pregnant or laboring client that may be associated with a history of sexual abuse
• Develop skills that foster communication with clients dealing with difficult situations
• Describe specific strategies that can be used to help the survivor cope with physical symptoms, flashbacks, fears, and body memories

In other words: You will increase your skills in supporting women who have survived traumatic experiences and help these clients develop specific strategies for the birth and postpartum period.