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Sarah Bowman (Host),
Susan Elizabeth,
Cinny Cusack,
Deirdre Daly,
Patrick Moran,
Kathleen Hannon,
and
Susan Hannon
Most FutureLearn courses run multiple times. Every run of a course has a set start date but you can join it and work through it after it starts. Find out more This course is designed for women who are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or have recently had a baby. It’s ideal for anyone interested in postpartum maternal health issues, including midwives, nurses, and obstetricians.
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Most FutureLearn courses run multiple times. Every run of a course has a set start date but you can join it and work through it after it starts. Find out more This course is designed for women who are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or have recently had a baby. It’s ideal for anyone interested in postpartum maternal health issues, including midwives, nurses, and obstetricians.
Topics Covered
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Most FutureLearn courses run multiple times. Every run of a course has a set start date but you can join it and work through it after it starts. Find out more This course is designed for women who are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or have recently had a baby. It’s ideal for anyone interested in postpartum maternal health issues, including midwives, nurses, and obstetricians.
Topics Covered
- Presents myths and misconceptions on maternal health globally. Learners will understand what is common versus what is normal, and how to prioritize your health postpartum.
- We will discuss urinary and anal incontinence, and provide pelvic floor muscle training techniques.
- Postpartum anxiety and depression are discussed, with learners identifying and building a social support network.
- Returning to sexual intimacy, identifying sexual health problems and recognising intimate partner violence are the topics examined in our final week together.
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Essential postpartum wellness overview
According to learners, this course offers an essential and sensitive overview of women's health after motherhood. Students appreciate its comprehensive coverage of often-taboo topics such as pelvic floor health, postpartum mental health, and returning to sexual intimacy. The course is highlighted for debunking common myths and providing actionable, evidence-based advice. While many find it empowering, some learners, particularly healthcare professionals, felt certain sections were too introductory or desired more detailed practical exercises, suggesting it serves best as a foundational resource rather than an advanced deep dive into specific conditions.
Effectively breaks down silence around sensitive health issues.
"A very informative course covering often-overlooked aspects of women's health after childbirth. The section on sexual intimacy was particularly brave and necessary."
"It successfully breaks down taboos and encourages open discussion about issues like sexual health post-birth."
"The course does an excellent job of covering sensitive and crucial topics. I especially appreciated the modules on intimate partner violence and sexual health, as these are often neglected."
Offers actionable advice for common postpartum health issues.
"The content was easy to understand and the myths debunked were so helpful. It really made me feel less alone and more prepared."
"The discussion on postpartum depression and anxiety was handled with great sensitivity and provided actionable advice."
"I feel much more confident and supported after taking this course, thanks to the actionable advice and clarity provided."
Provides crucial and sensitive information for new mothers.
"This course was incredibly insightful and empowering for me as a new mother. The modules on pelvic floor muscle training and identifying postpartum anxiety were truly life-changing."
"Absolutely essential for every new mother! The course provided evidence-based information, helping me differentiate between what's common and what's normal."
"This course is a godsend! As a new mom, I was overwhelmed. This course provided so much clarity, particularly regarding common postpartum myths and what is actually normal."
Provides a good introduction but may lack advanced detail.
"While much of it was familiar, it's well-structured and presented clearly. Some parts felt a bit basic for a professional."
"I felt some areas, especially the practical exercises for pelvic floor training, could have been more detailed or visually extensive."
"I found the course too general for my needs. The depth was lacking for someone looking for detailed guidance, feeling like a surface-level overview."
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Instructors
Sarah Bowman (Host)
Susan Elizabeth
Cinny Cusack
Deirdre Daly
Patrick Moran
Kathleen Hannon
Susan Hannon
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