Thanks to this program, you will learn advanced techniques to address potential emergencies affecting women or newborns during natural childbirth” 

Natural childbirth has experienced a notable popularization in recent years, driven by the emotions that the mother feels during the process and the minimization of risks for the pregnant woman. In this line, thanks to such deliveries, it is possible to reduce the chances of hemorrhage or infections and avoid complications related to anesthesia. . This growth, in turn, has led to the demand for midwives who are familiar with the most up-to-date procedures in this field, aiming to ensure the well-being of both women and newborns.   

In response to this situation, TECH has created this qualification, through which professionals will delve into the most cutting-edge protocols for the management and care of natural childbirth.  Over 12 months of intensive learning, they will delve into recent scientific and neuroscientific evidence of pregnancy and maternity, or learn about advanced and unique techniques for attending water births and home births.  Likewise, they will identify sophisticated childbirth preparation strategies or recognize the structure of state-of-the-art Natural Birth Units.  

Thanks to the fact that this program is delivered through a revolutionary 100% online modality, students can create their own study schedules to enjoy completely efficient learning.  Similarly, the professional master’s degree has been designed by excellent specialists in the field, who have extensive experience in prestigious hospital centers.  This way, all the knowledge conveyed will have full applicability in daily practice.    

Develop communication and empathy skills, strengthening the trusting relationship with women and providing comprehensive support throughout their childbirth experience”

This professional master’s degree in Natural Childbirth for Midwives contains the most complete and up-to-date scientific program on the market. Its most notable features are:

• The development of practical cases presented by experts in Natural Childbirth and Neonatology 
• 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 self-assessment can be used 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 

The Relearning method presented in this qualification will allow you to update at your own pace and without temporal limitations"

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

The 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 immersive education programmed to learn in real situations.  

This program is designed around Problem-Based Learning, whereby the professional must try to solve the different professional practice situations that arise during the academic year For this purpose, the students will be assisted by an innovative interactive video system created by renowned and experienced experts.       

Update yourself through a curriculum designed and crafted by the top specialists in the field of Natural Childbirth"

Identify, throughout this program, the groundbreaking techniques for Natural Childbirth preparation"

This program has been designed with the aim of refining and updating the knowledge of midwives regarding the management of Natural Childbirth. Throughout this academic experience, they will delve into cutting-edge techniques for addressing emergency situations in both the mother and the newborn or the specifics of water birth.  Additionally, they will acquire this learning in just 12 months and alongside the best specialists in the field.  

Incorporate the most up-to-date knowledge on the management and care required for Natural Childbirth into your medical practice” 

General Objectives

• Acquire fundamental knowledge about the physiology of Natural Childbirth, ancient cultural practices, and the emotional needs of women during childbirth, as well as the implications of medical interventions 
• Acquire essential skills and knowledge for the care of pregnant women and their fetuses, including promoting healthy pregnancies and identifying potential complications 
• Acquire fundamental knowledge and skills in the diagnosis, management, and prevention of childbirth emergencies, with a focus on interprofessional collaboration and patient rights advocacy 
• Acquire fundamental knowledge and skills in the assessment, diagnosis, and management of neonatal emergencies, with an emphasis on early problem recognition and the application of appropriate interventions 
• Emphasize fundamental knowledge about the neuroscience of pregnancy, motherhood, and perinatal care, as well as the scientific evidence related to Natural Childbirth and evidence-based care practices 
• Acquire fundamental knowledge about home births, including team management and organization, pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum preparation and support, as well as the identification and management of special situations and home obstetric emergencies 
• Acquire fundamental knowledge about Natural Childbirth units, such as birthing centers and hospital units, and develop skills to assess, plan, and manage these environments, 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 in this critical stage of life and collaborate with other health professionals and families to ensure the well-being of the newborn
• Acquire knowledge about the physical and emotional needs of the mother during the perinatal period
• Develop skills to provide emotional support and comprehensive care to the mother during the postpartum period, including difficult and emotionally intense situations 
• Promote the prevention and care of maternal mental health during the perinatal period, including the detection and treatment of mood disorders and addressing obstetric trauma and obstetric violence 
• Analyze the stages of labor and pain management and relaxation techniques 
• Develop skills in creating and monitoring personalized birth plans 
• Examine the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration in childbirth care 
• Promote emotional preparation and support for women and their families during the childbirth process
• Acquire skills to identify and manage 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, positions, and female sexuality 
• Analyze childbirth practices in ancestral cultures and their relevance in the present 
• Identify and address the emotional needs of women during childbirth and how professionals can support them 
• Thoroughly analyze 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 childbirth, including intestinal and epidermal flora, the umbilical cord, and placental blood 
• Analyze the intervention in childbirth and how it affects the environment and safety, as well as the importance of respecting the nature of the process 

Module 2. Delivery Emergencies 

• Identify signs and symptoms of ruptured membranes, diagnose and manage their impact on labor and postpartum 
• Thoroughly analyze 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 such cases 
• Identify risk factors, recognize and diagnose shoulder dystocia, apply resolution maneuvers and techniques, and manage their complications and follow-up
• Thoroughly analyze 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 the planning of elective cesareans 
• Evaluate and monitor complicated deliveries, apply interventions, manage pain, work as a team, and provide emotional and psychological support 
• Understand the patient in complicated deliveries, including the right to information, consent, privacy, decision-making, and dignified treatment 
• Develop effective communication skills in complicated deliveries, including active listening, empathy, clear and assertive communication, conflict management, and negotiation 
• Delve into the process of informed consent and shared decision-making in complicated deliveries, including documentation and consent recording 

Module 3. Newborn Emergencies 

• Perform an initial assessment of the newborn, including the Apgar score assessment and the identification of risk factors 
• Analyze basic and advanced Neonatal Resuscitation techniques, such as bag-mask ventilation, chest compressions, endotracheal intubation, and medication administration 
• Deepen knowledge about common respiratory conditions in newborns, such as Transient Tachypnea, Respiratory Distress Syndrome, and Meconium Aspiration 
• Identify Neonatal Hypoglycemia, including capillary blood glucose measurement and long-term follow-up 
• Evaluate neonatal jaundice, applying treatments like phototherapy and exchange transfusion 
• Recognize neonatal infections, including sepsis and meningitis, and apply prophylactic and preventive measures 
• Examine cardiovascular emergencies in the newborn, such as neonatal shock, congestive heart failure, and patent ductus arteriosus 
• Manage the care of premature newborns, focusing on initial stabilization, nutrition, and prevention of long-term complications 
• Develop knowledge in preparation and teamwork, effective communication among professionals, and follow-up and referral to specialized services in neonatal emergencies 

Module 4. Scientific and Neuroscientific Evidence 

• Analyze brain plasticity during Motherhood and the importance of research in animals and humans in this field 
• Examine brain changes in rodents and humans during pregnancy and postpartum and the involvement of hormones in Motherhood
• Examinie the Neurobiology of Breastfeeding and how empathy and altruism influence baby care 
• Navigate neuroscientific research to psychosocial interventions and emotional and cognitive support for future mothers and fathers 
• Analyze the scientific evidence in Natural Childbirth and evidence-based care practices 
• Examine the use of non-invasive technology and analgesia and anesthesia in Natural Childbirth 
• Identify the benefits and risks of Natural Childbirth and adapting care according to the context, including hospital and home settings 

Module 5. Home Birth 

• Thoroughly analyze the scientific evidence, history, and anthropology of home birth and delivery, considering the importance of preventing obstetric violence 
• Analyze how to manage and organize the team, as well as select and use the necessary materials for home birth 
• Analyze how to provide appropriate follow-up and support during pregnancy, including creating medical history and identifying difficulties and deviations from normality 
• Examine assistance and support during labor at home, using non-pharmacological resources to alleviate pain and address deviations from normality 
• Assist with birth, placenta detachment, and exit, and managing dystocia and other potential complications 
• In-depth analysis of the physiology of water birth, examining the safety of this type of home birth 
• Identify special situations, arranging hospital transfers, and managing obstetric emergencies in the home environment 
• Examine appropriate follow-up and support during the postpartum period, both physically and emotionally, for both the mother and the baby 
• Analyze mental health during the postpartum period, including breastfeeding, perinatal death, and post-traumatic stress 
• Develop knowledge in research and examining strategies for pelvic floor care during and after childbirth 

Module 6. Water Birth 

• Thoroughly examining the global history and practices of water birth and understanding its physiological advantages and effects 
• Analyze the physical and physiological fundamentals of water birth, including the Archimedes' principle and physiological changes during immersion 
• Identify immersion criteria and common contraindications in water birth 
• Analyzing the monitoring of conditions during water birth, including water temperature, infection control, and body mechanics 
• Examine the second (expulsion) stage of water birth, protecting the perineum and addressing potential complications 
• Evaluate neonatal physiology and the newborn in the context of water birth 
• In-depth analysis of practices in the third physiological stage and postpartum care in water birth 
• Facilitate the initiation of breastfeeding and postpartum follow-up in cases of water birth 
• Identify and preventing specific complications in water birth and managing emergency situations 
• Provide education, support, and resources for water birth to both women and their families and health professionals 

Module 7. Natural Birth Units 

• Thoroughly examine the definition and function of birth centers and differentiate them from hospitals 
• Analyze the principles of design and architecture of birth centers to create comfortable and safe environments 
• Identify the services offered by birth centers and hospital maternity units during prenatal, labor, and postnatal stages 
• Promote and support birth centers and their importance in the care of low-risk pregnancies 
• Compare the safety, comfort, and satisfaction of women in birth centers and hospital maternity units 
• Examine the roles of professionals in birth centers and hospital units, as well as the necessary training to work in these settings 
• Thoroughly examine the planning and management of birth centers, financing, and staff selection 
• Explore trends and future perspectives in the development of birth centers and maternity units, considering technological innovations, policies, and models of care focused on women and families 

Module 8. Newborn Needs  

• Examine the importance of Natural Birth and the care of the newborn in this stage 
• Acquire skills in the immediate assessment of the newborn, including vital signs measurement and establishing respiration 
• Promote and facilitate the first skin-to-skin contact and early initiation of breastfeeding 
• Conduct a physical examination of the newborn and detect warning signs 
• Examine best practices in umbilical cord management 
• Review the administration of screening tests and prevention, such as Vitamin K administration and initial immunization 
• Provide advice on vaccines and support natural immunization 
• Examine appropriate techniques for newborn skin care and hygiene 
• Promote safe sleep practices and prevent Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) 
• Deepen proper medical follow-up and monitor the newborn's development 

Module 9. Mother's Needs 

• Thoroughly examine immediate care and pelvic floor recovery 
• Examine the causes and physiology of afterbirth pains (entuertos) 
• Analyze pain management strategies and provide appropriate care 
• Thoroughly examine the return of menstruation and the factors influencing its reappearance 
• Deepen the relationship between menstruation and breastfeeding 
• Identify contraceptive methods compatible with breastfeeding 
• Identify the symptoms of postpartum depression, postpartum anxiety, and post-traumatic stress disorder 
• Identify types and manifestations of obstetric violence 

Module 10. Delivery Preparation 

• Convey to pregnant women the ability to understand changes in the maternal body and fetal development 
• Thoroughly examine different techniques in the stages of labor 
• Deepen prenatal exercises and physical preparation 
• Identify nutrition needs during pregnancy 
• Deepen preferences in creating a birth plan 
• Deepen emotional preparation for childbirth 
• Deepen family involvement in education and childbirth preparation 

In just 1,500 hours, you will complete an exquisite update that will turn you into a leading professional in this healthcare field”