Childbirth Prep Series
Description: Comprehensive childbirth class covering all the key topics for standard childbirth preparation. Essential for first-time parents or those who have not yet taken a full childbirth prep series. See below for topics covered and other details.
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Where & When: No class dates currently available
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Class Fee: $335.00
Class Size: 2 min - 7 max, spot includes birthing person and one support partner
Course Details
This class series aims to prepare expecting parents (physically and emotionally) for their upcoming birth & baby by using a combination of: evidence-based information, visual aids, videos, demonstration & practice of various labor coping techniques, engaging activities, thought-provoking discussion with other expecting parents, and a take-home folder of helpful handouts.
This series meets over 4 sessions (3 hours each) which allows for a more in-depth learning experience, more questions, and more community building compared to a one-day course.
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BONUS VALUE:
FREE BIRTH STORIES & BABY MEETUP
After the births, I host a reunion gathering for parents to share birth stories and meet the babies. This is offered at no extra cost and is dependent on parent interest.
Topics include:
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informed decision making
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birth planning
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progression of labor (including stages of labor, helpful strategies throughout, and variations)
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partners/labor support companions
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coping & comfort measures (including breathing, relaxation, and more)
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pain medications
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medical procedures & complications
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newborn procedures
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breastfeeding
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postpartum
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What to bring or wear:
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*Birth/exercise ball (Typically available on Amazon or fitness stores between $15-30)**
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Pillow(s)
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Food and drink allowed
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Dress comfortably (We move around for activities)
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Folder of handouts (You will receive a folder at the first meeting. Please bring to every class meeting.)
*Birth ball is used for practice of various labor positions, increasing comfort for pregnant bodies, and are a great tool for soothing fussy newborns. Birth balls are highly recommended and a reasonable, worthwhile investment. If you are truly unable to purchase/find a birth ball, I ask that participants share during class.
**Please make sure birth balls are the appropriate size for your height/weight and properly inflated.