A blend of lecture, video, demonstration and hands-on practice
A Saturday/Sunday intensive class in which students will engage in discussion and meet other expectant parents due around the same time.
Class will include, but not be limited to:
Gestation and Anatomy
Preparing your Body and How to Adapt to Its Changes
Signs, Stages and Emotional Signposts of Labor
Pain Management Techniques: breathing, relaxation, position choices, massage, pressure points, hydrotherapy, aromatherapy, vocalization and much more
Understanding Evidence-Based Care
Birth Preference Sheets (Birth Plans)
Pain Medication Options
Labor Support–who should be at your birth
Understanding Medical Support (Interventions) and Induction
Cesarean Birth and Prevention
Postpartum Health
Cost: $399 per couple or single + support person.
To register, please go to the Birthday Presence website