Classes address the following topics and more:


  • Normal labor, birth and the immediate postpartum period
  • Active/informed participation during birth
  • Addressing fears
  • Signs of labor
  • Managing pain with and without medication
  • Breathing techniques
  • Relaxation techniques and strategies such as massage, walking/moving/dancing, changing positions and hydrotherapy
  • Communication with your healthcare team
  • Partner support during labor
  • Professional doula support during labor
  • Complications and Interventions
  • Epidurals and other medications for managing pain
  • Bonding with your baby and initial Breastfeeding

Childbirth Education 5 class series
Childbirth Education 3 class series
Childbirth Education 2 Saturday series
Childbirth Education 2 Sunday series
Childbirth Education Weekend Intensive
All series are 8 hours in length including the Weekend Intensive.
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CHILDBIRTH EDUCATION