Thanks to this professional master’s degree you will be able to successfully attend to emergencies in the newborn with the most avant-garde knowledge based on the latest scientific and neuroscientific evidence" 

The demand for natural childbirths has been increasing in recent years for different reasons. In this way, they have a lower risk of complications such as infections, hemorrhages and injuries compared to deliveries involving medical interventions. In this sense, pregnant women tend to recover faster and resume their daily activities more quickly. Likewise, it favors a closer bond between mother and baby from the very first moment, allowing the mother to have more control over the process and feel more emotionally connected to her baby.  

For this reason, more and more medical centers are requiring Nursing professionals who are up to date in this field. In this way, studying Natural Childbirth will allow nursing professionals to be up to date on the latest trends and techniques related to the needs of women in labor, in this way improving the quality of care they provide to their patients.

Precisely for this reason, TECH has launched a complete program that will allow the professional to delve into the needs of the mother and the newborn, as well as the preparation for childbirth and its assistance at home or in certain environments, such as in water. In the same way, thanks to the case studies provided by a first class teaching staff, you will be introduced to an avant-garde syllabus that will train you through an effective and immersive methodology.  

All of this through an academic program that is taught in a completely online mode, allowing the nursing professional to combine their work and personal life, without having to give up the improvement and refreshing of their knowledge. In addition, they will have access to an education taught with the revolutionary Relearning methodology, based on a progressive process in which students receive feedback and reiterate the necessary contents that will be consolidated. Because of this, the nursing professional will have access to the most complete and rigorous program in the current academic panorama, in which, in only 12 months, they will be up to date in all the topics related to Natural Childbirth for Nursing.   

You will master advanced neonatal resuscitation with this professional master’s degree from TECH"

This professional master’s degree in Natural Childbirth for Nursing contains the most complete and up-to-date scientific program on the market. The most important features include: 

• The development of practical cases presented by experts in Natural Childbirth
• The graphic, schematic, and practical contents with which they are created, provide scientific and practical information on the disciplines that are essential for professional practice
• Practical exercises where the self-assessment process can be carried out to improve learning 
• Its special emphasis on innovative methodologies 
• Theoretical lessons, questions to the expert, debate forums on controversial topics, and individual reflection assignments 
• Content that is accessible from any fixed or portable device with an Internet connection 

You will delve into prenatal care and education among other services offered by birthing homes and learn about collaboration and referral to hospitals in case of complications"  

The program’s teaching staff includes professionals from sector who contribute their work experience to this educational program, as well as renowned specialists from leading societies and prestigious universities. 

Its multimedia content, developed with the latest educational technology, will provide the professional with situated and contextual learning, i.e., a simulated environment that will provide an immersive education programmed to learn in real situations. 

The design of this program focuses on Problem-Based Learning, by means of which the professional must try to solve the different professional practice situations that are presented throughout the academic course. For this purpose, the student will be assisted by an innovative interactive video system created by renowned experts.  

Enroll now and gain access to a multimedia library full of innovative and valuable content"

You will have unrestricted access to all the contents of the virtual campus and you will be able to view and download them so that you can consult them whenever and wherever you need them"

The professional master’s degree in Natural Childbirth for Nursing will allow the nursing professional to be up to date in the latest trends and techniques related to Natural Childbirth and maternity. In that sense, the course will focus on key topics such as the neuroscience of pregnancy and motherhood, the evolution and biological mechanisms of maternal care and brain changes in humans during pregnancy and postpartum. In this way, you will be able to implement the most effective procedures for first level health care in your professional practice in just 12 months of completely online teaching.  

Do you want to equip yourself with state-of-the-art knowledge and provide top-quality service to your patients? Achieve it with this exclusive academic program from TECH"

General Objectives

• Acquire fundamental knowledge about the physiology of Natural Childbirth, ancestral cultural practices and the emotional needs of women during childbirth, as well as the implications of medical interventions
• Acquire essential skills and knowledge in the care of pregnant women and their fetuses, including the promotion of healthy pregnancies and the identification of possible complications
• Acquire fundamental knowledge and skills in the diagnosis, management and prevention of emergencies in childbirth, with a focus on interprofessional collaboration and advocacy for patients' rights
• Acquire fundamental knowledge and skills in the assessment, diagnosis, and management of neonatal emergencies, with a focus on early recognition of problems and application of appropriate interventions
• Acquire fundamental knowledge of the neuroscience of pregnancy, Maternity and perinatal care, as well as the scientific evidence related to Natural Childbirth and evidence-based care practices
• Acquire fundamental knowledge about home labor and birth, including team management and organization, preparation and accompaniment during pregnancy, childbirth and puerperium, and identification and management of special situations and home obstetric emergencies
• Acquire fundamental knowledge of Natural Childbirth units, such as birthing homes and hospital units, and develop skills to evaluate, plan and manage these settings, ensuring a high level of care and satisfaction for women and their families
• Acquire fundamental knowledge and practical skills in newborn care, as well as the ability to provide comprehensive and safe care at this critical stage of life and how to collaborate with other health professionals and families to ensure the well-being of the newborn
• Acquire knowledge of the physical and emotional needs of the mother in the perinatal period
• Develop skills to provide comprehensive support and care to the mother during the postpartum period, including difficult and emotionally intense situations
• Promote prevention and care of maternal Mental Health in the perinatal period, including the detection and treatment of mood disorders and the management of obstetric trauma and obstetric violence
• Analyze the stages of labor and the techniques of pain management and relaxation
• Develop skills in developing and monitoring individualized birth plans
• Examine the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration in childbirth care
• Encourage emotional preparation and support for women and their families during the birthing process
• Acquire skills in identifying and managing high-risk situations in pregnancy and childbirth

Specific Objectives

Module 1. Natural Childbirth

• Analyze the science and evolution of Natural Childbirth, and how current medical practices compare to historical and global statistics
• Examine the physiology of normal childbirth in the human species, including the hormonal cocktail, postures, and female sexuality
• Analyze childbirth practices in ancestral cultures and their relevance today
• Identify and address the emotional needs of women during childbirth and how professionals can support them
• Take an in-depth look at the role of Oxytocin in Natural Childbirth and the differences between endogenous and exogenous Oxytocin
• Examine current pandemics related to childbirth and their impact on the health of women and newborns
• Delve into the needs of the newborn during and after delivery, including gut and epidermal flora, the umbilical cord and placental blood
• Analyze interventionism in childbirth and how it affects the environment and safety in childbirth, as well as the importance of respecting the nature of the process

Module 2. Emergencies in Natural Childbirth

• Identify signs and symptoms of ruptured sac, diagnose and manage its impact on labor and postpartum
• Analyze in depth the reasons, methods, risks and benefits of induced labor, as well as its monitoring and follow-up
• Examine in depth the causes, risk factors, effects and interventions in prolonged labor, and how to prevent and plan for these cases
• Identify risk factors, recognize and diagnose shoulder dystocia, apply maneuvers and resolution techniques, and manage its complications and follow-up
• Analyze in depth indications, types of instruments, procedures and techniques in instrumental delivery, as well as their risks, benefits, and considerations
• Identify indications and types of cesarean sections, analyze the process and recovery, and address risks, benefits, and planning for elective cesarean sections
• Assess and monitor complicated deliveries, apply interventions and manage pain, work as a team, and provide emotional and psychological support
• Understand the patient in complicated labor, including the right to information, consent, privacy, decision-making, and dignified treatment
• Develop effective communication skills in complicated childbirth, including active listening, empathy, clear and assertive communication, and conflict management and negotiation
• Delve into the process of informed consent and shared decision making in complicated childbirth, including documentation and recording of consent

Module 3. Emergencies of the Newborn

• Perform an initial evaluation of the newborn, including Apgar assessment and identification of risk factors
• Analyze basic and advanced Neonatal Resuscitation Techniques, such as bag-mask ventilation, cardiac massage, endotracheal intubation and drug administration
• Delve into common respiratory conditions in newborns, such as Transient Tachypnea, Respiratory Distress Syndrome and Meconium Aspiration
• Identify Neonatal Hypoglycemia, including Capillary Glycemia measurement and long term follow up
• Evaluate neonatal jaundice, applying treatments such as Phototherapy and Exchange Transfusion
• Recognize neonatal infections, including Sepsis and Meningitis, and apply Prophylaxis and prevention measures
• Examine cardiovascular emergencies in the newborn, such as neonatal shock, congestive heart failure, and patent ductus arteriosus
• Manage the care of the preterm newborn, focusing on initial stabilization, Nutrition and prevention of long-term complications
• Develop knowledge in preparation and teamwork, effective communication between professionals, and follow-up and referral to specialized services in neonatal emergencies

Module 4. Scientific and neuroscientific evidence

• Analyze brain plasticity during Maternity and the importance of animal and human research in this field
• Examine brain changes in rodents and humans during pregnancy and postpartum and the implication of hormones in Maternity
• Examine the Neurobiology of Breastfeeding and how empathy and altruism influence infant care
• Trace neuroscientific research to psychoeducational interventions and emotional and cognitive support for expectant mothers and fathers
• Analyze the scientific evidence on Natural Childbirth and evidence-based care practices
• Examine the use of noninvasive technology and analgesia and anesthesia in Natural Childbirth
• Identify the benefits and risks of Natural Childbirth and tailor care according to the setting, including hospital and home

Module 5. Home Birth

• Analyze in depth the scientific evidence, history and anthropology of childbirth and home birth, considering the importance of preventing obstetric violence
• Analyze how to manage and organize the equipment, as well as select and use the necessary materials for home birth
• Analyze how to carry out an adequate follow-up and accompaniment during pregnancy, including the elaboration of the clinical history and the identification of difficulties and deviations from normality
• Examine the assistance and accompaniment of dilation at home, using non-pharmacological resources to relieve pain and addressing deviations from normality
• Accompany birth, placental abruption and delivery, and manage Dystocia and other complications that may arise
• Analyze in depth the physiology of water birth, examining the safety of this type of home birth
• Identify special situations, perform hospital transfers and manage obstetrical emergencies in the home environment
• Examine the appropriate follow-up and support during the postpartum period, both physically and emotionally, for both mother and baby
• Analyze Mental Health in the Puerperium, including Breastfeeding, perinatal death and post-traumatic stress disorder
• Develop research knowledge and examine strategies to care for the pelvic floor during and after childbirth

Module 6. Waterbirth

• Examine in depth the history and worldwide practices of waterbirth and understand its advantages and physiological effects
• Analyze the physical and physiological fundamentals of waterbirth, including Archimedes' principle and physiological changes during submersion
• Identify the criteria for immersion and common contraindications for waterbirth
• Analyze the monitoring of conditions during waterbirth, including water temperature, infection control, and body mechanics
• Examine the second stage (second stage of labor) of waterbirth, protecting the perineum and addressing possible complications
• Assess neonatal physiology and the neonate in the context of waterbirth
• Analyze in depth the practices of the third physiological stage and postpartum care in waterbirth
• Facilitate the initiation of Breastfeeding and postpartum follow-up in waterbirth cases
• Identify and prevent specific waterbirth complications and manage emergency situations
• Provide waterbirth education, support and resources to women and their families as well as to Healthcare professionals

Module 7. Natural Childbirth Units

• Examine in depth the definition and function of birthing homes and differentiate them from hospitals
• Analyze the principles of birthing home design and architecture to create comfortable and safe environments
• Identify the services offered by birthing homes and hospital birthing units in the prenatal, labor and postnatal stages
• Promote and support birthing centers and their importance in the care of low-risk pregnancies
• Compare the safety, comfort and satisfaction of women in birthing centers and hospital birthing units
• Examine the role of professionals in birthing homes and hospital units, as well as the training needed to work in these settings
• Examine in depth birth center planning and management, financing, and staff selection
• Explore future trends and perspectives in the development of birth centers and hospital birth units, considering technological innovations, policies and models of care centered on the woman and family

Module 8. Requirements of the Newborn

• Examine the importance of Natural Childbirth and the monitoring of the newborn at this stage
• Acquire skills in the immediate assessment of the newborn, including measurement of vital signs and establishment of breathing
• Promote and facilitate the first skin-to-skin contact and early initiation of Breastfeeding
• Perform physical examination of the newborn and detect signs of alarm
• Analyze best practices in umbilical cord management
• Examine the administration of screening and preventive tests, such as Vitamin K administration and initial immunization
• Advise on vaccinations and encourage natural immunization
• Examine proper hygiene and skin care techniques of the newborn
• Promote safe sleep practices and prevent Sudden Infant Death Syndrome
• Delve into the appropriate medical follow-up and monitor the newborn's development

Module 9. Mother’s Needs

• Examine in depth the immediate care and recovery of the pelvic floor
• Examine the causes and physiology of entrapments
• Analyze pain management strategies and provide appropriate care
• To examine in depth the return of Menstruation and the factors that influence its recurrence
• Delve into the relationship between Menstruation and Breastfeeding
• Identify contraceptive methods that are compatible with Breastfeeding
• Identify the symptoms of Postpartum Depression, Postpartum Anxiety and Posttraumatic Stress Disorder
• Identify types and manifestations of obstetric violence

Module 10. Delivery Preparation

• Convey to the pregnant woman the ability to understand the changes in the maternal body and fetal development
• Examine in depth the different techniques in the stages of labor and delivery
• Delve into prenatal exercises and physical preparation
• Identify Nutrition needs during pregnancy
• Delve into the preferences in the development of the birth plan
• Delve into the emotional preparation for childbirth
• Delve into the integration of the family in childbirth Education and preparation
  
  

You will achieve your professional goals with this unique program that provides you with the latest knowledge in the sector, through a teaching that is effective, progressive and immediately applicable to your practice"