This comprehensive, evidence based childbirth education classes will cover what to expect at each stage of labor as well as prepare you with the skills (relaxation, meditation, positioning, etc) that you’ll be using during labor. Topics covered include, but are not limited to: - Anatomy of pregnancy & birth - Understanding the stages of labor - Comfort measures during labor - Labor and birthing positions - Making informed decisions - Creating birth preferences - Dispelling fears - Preparing your mind & body for labor - Visualization & relaxation techniques - Understanding common interventions - Healthy eating during pregnancy - Postpartum care and wellness - Empowerment of the birth partner - Breastfeeding and baby basics
Newborn Care Classes
$125
This unique newborn care class is broken up into two sections. One class is taught before baby's arrival & the other after your baby's birth, giving you the opportunity to practice hands-on skills with your new baby. Topics covered include, but are not limited to: - What to expect with a newborn - How to care for your newborn - Infant development - Reading baby's cues - Soothing a crying baby - Understanding infant sleep patterns - Breastfeeding education - Diapering - Swaddling - Infant massage - Umbilical cord care - Bathing - Babywearing - Safe sleeping
