The summit had many world renowned and well respected speakers, including some of my favorites, Ina May Gaskin, CPM, Jennifer Margulis, PhD, and Kelly Brogan, MD. I was really excited to represent Birth Boot Camp and was proud to help promote our curriculum, but I was also REALLY hoping to be able to meet Ina May and Jennifer Margulis at the conference.
I met so many amazing practitioners at the summit. I networked with moms, doulas, childbirth educators, physical therapists, and chiropractors, and feel really good about how well our childbirth education program was received. Of course I know that Birth Boot Camp is extremely thorough, modern, and comprehensive, but it was awesome to hear that other professionals agree!
The highlight of the weekend? Luckily for me, I spotted Ina May, and was able to introduce myself and get a picture. She was gracious and humble, just as I imagined. Birth Boot Camp board member, Kristen Hosaka, DC met Jennifer Margulis!If you aren’t familiar with Birth Boot Camp and are looking for an amazing childbirth education class in Maryland, visit my website for more info and don’t hesitate to contact me with any questions.
Maryland childbirth educator, Carmen Calvo and Ina May Gaskin, CPM
Birth Boot Camp board member, Kristen Hosaka, DC and Jennifer Margulis, PhD.
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