Fees

This 5 week group series is $100. 

*Early bird discount available 

Private classes held in your home are $150

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Suggestions and Notes

~Because these classes are held through the dinner hour feel free to bring something to eat (or even something to share).

~Coffee, tea, and water available throughout classes.

~Yoga mats available but bring a couple of pillows for practicing comfort measures and relaxation techniques



Childbirth Education: Information, Encouragement, Support

In my experience as a doula I see all kinds of labor partners. Some are devoted husbands or partners, some are loving friends and others are mothers themselves. Regardless of who is supporting you in labor, they are there because they want to help. In this series, we will spend a lot of time covering comfort measures and practicing relaxation techniques that can be used in labor and birth. While no one can take over the work of labor for a woman, a supportive partner can have a huge impact on her confidence level and her comfort throughout labor. I respect that every woman should make decisions about her birth that are right for her but I feel it is important that they make those decisions with ALL of the information available to them. I also believe when a family fully understands the pros and cons of interventions and when they are given the tools to manage labor they will decide to avoid unnecessary interventions. Because not all interventions are unnecessary, we will also cover the risks and benefits of routine interventions in hospital birth.

Look forward to a fun, interactive, hands-on learning environment! ~Christy                                                                                          

Group Classes

Series 1 of 2012 Begins Feb 20

Series 2 of 2012 Begins June 4

Series 3 TBA

Series 4 TBA

**See calendar link in sidebar for full schedule


Private Classes

While I believe there is a lot of benefit in attending childbirth education classes as a group I recognize that it is not always possible to attend group classes. If you are interested in private childbirth education classes please contact me for information on availability. Rates for private classes are $150 per couple. 

Topics for Classes 1 -4 :Held Monday Evenings from 6 to 8:30

  • Easing discomforts of late pregnancy
  • Stages and phases of labor
  • Nutrition and fitness
  • Benefits of labor support
  • Pain management
  • Relaxation techniques
  • Supporting your partner in labor
  • Benefits and risks of intervention
  • Informed Consent
  • When to go to the hospital
  • Packing your bag for labor
  • Benefits of breastfeeding
  • Basic newborn care

Class 5: Held Monday Evening from 6 to 8:30

This is a social class where I will invite guest presenters to come in and talk about local area resources. The exact topics will vary each series but the potential topics include

  • Baby wearing(slings and carriers)
  • Cloth diapering
  • Chiropractic for pregnancy and the newborn
  • Birth photography
  • Car seat safety
  • La Leche League
~Each class series will be held only once per quarter so please register early!

  • Please fill out the Registration Form right away. This information helps me tailor the classes to fit the needs of all of the participants. Thank you!! 

  • If you register and pay in full no less than two weeks prior to the start of class you qualify for the early bird discount! If you would prefer to pay with cash or a check contact me for my address. 
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