Q: Where is The Experience 2023 located?

Skillz & Drillz, the 3-day conference, and the post conference are located at the Sheraton Denver Tech Center: 7007 S. Clinton Street, Greenwood Village, CO 80112

Q: Are there discounts for booking at the Denver Tech Center?

Yes! We have special rates of $109 per night for Skillz & Drillz, the 3-day conference, and post conference workshops. Please click HERE or call 303.799.6200 and mention that you are attending the Midwifery Wisdom Experience when you book.

Q: Who do I contact with hotel questions?

Please contact the front desk or Elena Guidi at Sheraton Denver Tech Centre: 303.705.6640, elena.guidi@sheratondtc.com

Q: How do we get to the venue from the Airport?

Trains leave every 15 min. between 5am and 8pm, and every 30 min. through the night, and the departure spot is right by the Westin Hotel in the airport. Tickets cost $10.50 and take you to Union Station, and then on to Dry Creek. From here, you can take an Uber or walk the mile to the hotel. Train tickets can be purchased on the rail platform, or ticket vending machines inside both the airport and union station – there is also a mobile app you can download.

Q: What is the best way to get around Denver? Uber, Lyft, train, and on foot.

ABOUT THE EVENT:

Q: Are tickets still available?

Skillz & Drillz and The Retreat are sold out but we still have a handful of conference and post conference workshop tickets available HERE.

Q: I am a doula, can I come?

We welcome all who want to expand their knowledge and skill surrounding birth work, and creating a better future for families. Some of the items may be advanced, but if you come with an open mind and open heart, we think you will LOVE it!

Q: My state law doesn’t allow me to do some of what you are leading in the Skillz & Drillz, should I still come?

We believe that a skill is never wasted. While you might not use all of the skills you learn today, you may very well use them in the future, if regulations change or you move. Also, the Skillz & Drillz stations are by choice, so you can choose which hands-on training is right for you exactly where you are in your education and practice journey.

Q: What are all the topics during the conference?

We care about helping to create balanced, sustainable, smart, exceptional midwives! Therefore, we have speaker topics in all facets of life: Advocacy, Business, Clinical, & Self-Care. To read each individual topic title, click HERE.

Q: What items do I need to bring to be successful?

Just you, your open heart & mind, and your best note taking or data storing device/notebook! Plus, any clothing, personal items, or spending money that you need. Please remember that this is Denver in November and prepare accordingly. 

Q: Can I bring my family?

Tickets to the events are per person. If your partner would like to attend, they will need to purchase a ticket as well. Breast/chest feeding children in attendance only.

Q: What meals will be included?

All meals during the conference are included in your ticket price. You are responsible for any meals during Skillz & Drillz, snacks, and meals decided to be taken off property during the conference. We are working to offer a wide variety of culinary options.

COMMUNICATION: 

Q: Will the experience be inclusive?

YES! We are committed to and stand by our Social Equity & Inclusion Statement and have asked all speakers and mentors to be inclusive of all community members. Additionally, we will have individual community rooms for BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ people to share space and spend uninterrupted quality time together. 

Q: How can I make sure I am getting event updates?

A: If you have already purchased your tickets, please follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and sign up for our newsletter. We announce information publicly for most communication. However, ticket holders will begin receiving emails starting in October. 

Q: How can I get involved or volunteer?

Please email artofbirthing@gmail.com if you are interested in assisting.

FINANCIALS:

Q: Do you offer discounts for BIPOC Midwives and Students?

YES! Midwifery Wisdom Collective has a standing 20% off for BIPOC Midwives and Students. Please use code BIPOCMWC at checkout. The coupon code is not able to be combined with the payment plan at this time.

Q: Do you offer payment plans?

YES! We offer monthly payment plans through 9/30/23.

Q: Do you have scholarships?

Applications for scholarships are now closed and we are contacting the awardees.

Q: If I get called to a birth, can I get a refund?

No. This event is a momentous occasion that has been announced over a year ahead. We fully expect attendees to make the appropriate arrangements for their schedule to ensure they can attend. This might include getting a backup, not taking any November due dates, or coming for a portion of the experience. If you need assistance transfering your ticket, please contact us. 

SKILLZ & DRILLZ:

Q: What Skillz stations are available for practice? 

We will have qualified Mentors ready to go hands-on with you in practice of shoulder dystocia, NRP, Breech, hemorrhage assessment and management with manual clot removal, placental removal, catheterization and medication, SBAR, vaginal exams, foley bulb, Leopold’s, newborn examination, Ballard score, medications, prenatal skillz and so much more!

Q: How do I find the location of each Skillz station? 

We will have a detailed map available in the E-program once you arrive.

Q: I am a student and need skills sign offs, how do I do this?

Please bring your skills sheet to the Mentor after the station, and they, or another preceptor, will complete this request.

Q: If I want to complete a station more than once, can I?

Absolutely! Please be mindful of others who need that first time skill, and return to the same station at any time throughout the day(s).

Q: I am only here for Skillz & Drillz but now want to stay for the conference and/or post conference. Can I buy last minute tickets?

Yes! Please visit our Registration Desk and our staff will help you. 

Also, all Skillz & Drillz participants are eligible to attend the opening keynote, special film screening, and peer review (students must have CPM sponsor) at no additional cost. For those attendees, the lunch will be the only out of pocket expense for this open day of conference. 

3-DAY CONFERENCE:

Q: Where can I find the schedule of speakers so I can choose which topics I want?

Upon arrival, you will receive an E-Program that will highlight times and locations of each speaker. We may launch this ahead of time but always have more surprises up our sleeves. 

Q: How do I get my CEUs for the events that offer them?

You will receive CEUs for the sessions you have attended provided they offer CEUs (this will be listed in the program). We require evaluation forms to issue CEUs, and they will be available when you scan in the QR code at each of these sessions. 

Q: Where can I read more about the mentors and speakers?

Read each mentor’s full bio HERE.

Q: Who is available to help me at the event?

Our Midwifery Wisdom Collective Team is in attendance for the entire Experience. You can identify a team member by their YELLOW button.