Hapuutanga: The Maori Way of Birthing

Multiple Sessions
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Newearth Haven
Jalan Sinta, Keliki
Tegallalang, Gianyar, Bali, 80561

Hapuutanga: The Maori Way of Birthing

Multiple Sessions

Hapuutanga: The Maori Way of Birthing
The Ancient Teachings of Cultivating Support Between Father, Mother & Arriving Child

With special guest TE KAHA

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Hapuutanga can be translated as 'the way of pregnancy'.

Te Kaha: "My people always understood that it was not just the woman that was pregnant. One of the foundations I try to instil in all couples, is the concept of 'we' are pregnant, not 'she' is pregnant. When a man says to his friends and family 'she is pregnant', he is creating separation. 'We are pregnant' is a commitment you make as a couple, to allow this eternal being to translate from that other place, into the world of light, that we live in"

As well as these esoteric though very important concepts, Hapuutanga covers and teaches practical topics such as massage, communicating and comforting and reassuring through touch, the emerging spirit. Also oriori, the ancient art of conveying energy, information and once again reassurance through tone and vibration orally.

A major component of the wananga hapuutange (Maori birthing workshops) is directed straight at us taane (men). Because it is us men who have been sidelined and marginalised within the pregnancy and birthing process. In ancient Tuuhoe tradition it was the husband, father or even brother who was the main kai mahi hapuu (birthing doula). We as men need to re-assert ourselves in supporting, encouraging and empowering our wives through bringing into this world the spirits who have chosen us to be their guardians.

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Don't miss this opportunity to learn ancient birthing techniques and the traditional maori wisdom and practical knowledge of how to navigate through pregnancy.

Te Kaha will hold 4 sessions from 2PM - 5PM at Villa Akasha:
Tuesday 30 October
Thursday 1 November
Tuesday 6 November
Thursday 8 November

IDR 700k per person per day 
IDR 600K presale Ticket
Discount Special Presale for couples: IDR 1 Mil

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Venue Details

Newearth Haven
Jalan Sinta, Keliki
Tegallalang, Gianyar, Bali, 80561