Childbirth Education
Birth
Basics
Learn the nuts and bolts of birth!
Topics covered in the course include:
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anatomy overview
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your preferences & birth plan development
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the labor & delivery journey: what to expect
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coping with labor's intensity & pain management options
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common procedures & interventions: demystified
Your Birth Team - Optimized
Getting on the same page as your birth team
and being heard through learning:
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to find your voice
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empowered decision making
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clarifying birth team roles
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clear, effective communication
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informed consent
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understanding the system: local hospital policies
Community
Connection
This course is offered locally (on Zoom during Covid-19 pandemic) so you don't have to travel to participate and can meaningfully connect with other expecting parents in your community.
Our small class sizes allow the course to be personalized to your needs and tailored to delve deeper into topics most relevant to each group.
I am an independent course leader, not affiliated with a specific hospital or agenda; I serve the unique needs of my clients.
Course Offerings
Live virtual courses are offered on a group and private basis. The childbirth education series consists of 4 courses, each lasting an estimated 1.5 hours in duration, with extra time for questions and discussion.
Private Course: The cost for private offering of the 3-course series is $120, for the birthing person and their birthing partner.
Group Course: Gather a few of your pregnant friends to put together a group to learn and grow together. For groups of 2 or more families or birthing teams, the cost for each participating duo is $90. I periodically organize group courses (see 2023 course group offerings at the drop down list under "Childbirth Education" in the menu above) - let me know if you are interested in joining a group or assembling your own group!
A limited number of childbirth education scholarships are available for birthing people that self-identify as LGBT and/or BIPOC with limited financial means. Please reach out if you are interested!