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.
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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.
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I am an independent course leader, not affiliated with a specific hospital or agenda; I serve the unique needs of my clients.
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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!