In-person Instructors

Kristine Lauria, CPM

Kristine Lauria, midwife, works for Médecins Sans Frontières and became BWB’s Global Midwifery Director in 2022. She has attended over 5000 births in more than 25 countries around the world, including 520 vaginal breech births, 419 sets of vaginal twins, and 8 sets of vaginal triplets. She is the creator and instructor of BWB’s Master Class on breech & twins.

Breech Pro 2.0 & Live Session Instructors

Rixa Freeze, PhD

Rixa Freeze has a PhD from the University of Iowa and is a researcher, professor, and mother of 4 young children. Her current research specialization is vaginal breech birth. She is the founder of Breech Without Borders, a nonprofit dedicated to breech training, education, and advocacy. She blogs at Stand and Deliver.

David Hayes, MD

David Hayes is an Ob/Gyn with an academic background and a passion for science and its proper application to clinical medicine. He has worked for Médecins Sans Frontières and trained in critical care obstetrics. Physiologic breech birth and supporting the training of breech birth attendants are particular interests of his.

Kristine Lauria, CPM

Kristine Lauria, midwife, works for Médecins Sans Frontières and became BWB’s Global Midwifery Director in 2022. She has attended over 5000 births in more than 25 countries around the world, including 520 vaginal breech births, 419 sets of vaginal twins, and 8 sets of vaginal triplets. She is the creator and instructor of BWB’s Master Class on breech & twins.

August 21 schedule: Breech Training

8-8:30amIntroduction and Q&A

8:30am-12:30pmGroup 1: Simulations

Hands-on practice using Sophie and Her Mum simulators

8:30am-12:30pmGroup 2: Activity stations

Breech birth video analysis
Clinical scenarios (with hands-on practice)

12:30-1:30pmLunch

You may want to bring a packed lunch

1:30-5:30pmGroup 1: Activity stations

Breech birth video analysis
Clinical scenarios (with hands-on practice)

1:30-5:30pmGroup 2: Simulations

Hands-on practice using Sophie and Her Mum simulators

5:30-6pmFinal gathering

Q&A and wrap-up

August 22 schedule: Master Class

9am - noonBreech

noon - 1pmLunch

1 - 4pmTwins

4-5pmQ&A and demonstrations

Location Information

  • Camp Canaan
  • 3111 Sand Island Rd, Rock Hill, SC, 29732 US
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FAQs

What is your cancellation policy?
If you are called away to a birth or family emergency on the day of the training and cannot reschedule your breech training day, you will receive 2 month's virtual access to the activity station materials (preferred) or $100 refund. If you miss the Master Class due to a birth or family emergency, you will receive a refund; if canceled for other reasons, you will receive our online collection of lectures (Breech Bonus Lectures).

Otherwise workshop tickets are nonrefundable.

Do I need to be enrolled in Breech Pro 2.0 to attend the training?
Yes. All registrants to our in-person trainings are required to have a current Breech Pro 2.0 enrollment. Your training registration includes enrollment in or upgrade to Breech Pro 2.0.

Do I have to complete Breech Pro 2.0 prior to the training?
Yes, you must have completed 100% of Breech Pro 2.0 to be admitted on your hands-on training day. You will be asked to show your certificate of completion (downloadable upon finishing the course). If you have not completed the course, you will not be allowed to attend the hands-on training and you will not receive a refund on any portion of the training. 

How long will I have access to Breech Pro 2.0?
You will have 1 year's access from the date your registration is processed (typically within 24-48 hours), if you are enrolling for the first time. If you are renewing Breech Pro 2.0, you will have your access extended for 1 additional year.

Is there a deadline to register? 
We accept late registrations. However, there will be an additional charge if registering after the cut-off date 4 weeks prior to the event. 

Do you offer continuing education credits?
The breech workshop includes a total of 23.5 contact hours with ACNM, with reciprocity with MEAC, DONA, & ICEA (14.5 CE for Breech Pro, 9 CEs for hands-on). The Master Class includes 7 ACNM CEs. CMEs available for those who qualify.

Questions?
Please contact us at [email protected] or visit breechwithoutborders.org.

For questions regarding the CBJ Annual Retreat, please contact CBJ directly: [email protected].

Breech Pro 2.0 Completion Information:

All attendees will be required to present their certificate of completion of the online course, Breech Pro 2.0, in order to attend the hand-on training. Those who cannot provide either a printed or digital copy of their certificate will not be able to enter the training. No refunds will be provided if unable to attend unless previous communication and approval has occurred.

Please contact [email protected] with any questions regarding this policy.

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  • Your breech training registration will include the upgrade to Breech Pro 2.0 or your 2.0 access will be renewed for another year.

  • $25 discount for enrolling in both events

  • This option is for those who have current enrollment in Breech Pro 2.0 and will have attended a BWB in-person breech training within 6 months of the class date.

  • $25 off the normal price of $150. All proceeds support our scholarship fund.

  • You will receive a $5 discount for ordering both volumes.

Suggested Amounts

BWB merchandise (all proceeds support our scholarship fund)

  • BWB screenprinted t-shirt

    BWB screenprinted t-shirt

    Wear your support for Breech Without Borders with this 100% cotton women's t-shirt! White printing on charcoal. Sizes fit snug. Tax-deductible in the US. Free US shipping.
    Sizing: These shirts fit very snug. We suggest measuring the chest width of your favorite t-shirt. Lay the shirt flat and measure across, right below the armpits of the shirt.

    Chest width:

    XS: 15 1/2"
    S: 16 1/2"
    M: 17 1/2"
    L: 18 1/2"
    XL: 19 1/2"
    2XL: 20 1/2"

    (If you need larger than a 2XL, please order a men's size)

    For size options not available here and to see our full merch collection, visit our online store: https://www.breechwithoutborders.org/shop/

  • BWB embroidered t-shirt

    BWB embroidered t-shirt

    Wear your support for Breech Without Borders with this 100% cotton women's t-shirt! White embroidery on charcoal. Sizes fit snug. Tax-deductible in the US. Free US shipping.
    Sizing: These shirts fit very snug. We suggest measuring the chest width of your favorite t-shirt. Lay the shirt flat and measure across, right below the armpits of the shirt.

    Chest width:

    XS: 15 1/2"
    S: 16 1/2"
    M: 17 1/2"
    L: 18 1/2"
    XL: 19 1/2"
    2XL: 20 1/2"

    (If you need larger than a 2XL, please order a men's size)

    For size options not available here and to see our full merch collection, visit our online store: https://www.breechwithoutborders.org/shop/

  • Magnetic Bumpersticker

    Magnetic Bumpersticker

    Display your support for Breech Without Borders as you drive around town!

    Dimensions: 3x9"

    $10.00 ea.
  • Breech Bundle

    Breech Bundle

    All the fun bundled together: magnetic bumper sticker, vinyl decal, laser engraved bamboo pen, & quick-release tape measure. Choice of white or silver tape measure.

  • Vaginalize Breech Birth Tee

    Vaginalize Breech Birth Tee

    Yes, let's vaginalize breech birth! Show your love for breech with this DTF printed ring-spun cotton t-shirt in navy blue.

    *Note on sizing: please measure your favorite t-shirt by laying it flat and measuring across from armpit to armpit. This will ensure you choose the right size. These shirts fit slightly snug.
    Measurements:

    S: 18 ¼"
    M: 19 ¼"
    L: 20 ¾"
    XL: 22 ¼"
    2XL: 24 ¼"
    3XL: 26 ¼"

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