Hospital birth class

“I did a hospital birth prep with Barb and it was awesome. I left feeling so much more empowered. The most impressive part though - she even had my husband interested and engaged!”
— Lindsey R.
 

Hospital Birth Class: A Virtual, 2-Hour Intensive

Best For: This live, virtual group class is not strictly focused on unmedicated or “natural” birth but will provide a range of evidence-based options and information so you can make the choice that’s right for YOUR best birth.
Format: 2-hour live virtual class, 6-8p
2024 Dates: May 14, June 18, July 9, Aug. 13, Sept. 10, Oct. 8, Nov. 12, Dec. 10


TOPICS INCLUDE:

  • What is happening in your body at the end of pregnancy

  • How to know when you’re in labor and how to prepare for your trip to the hospital

  • When to go to the hospital and what to expect when you get there

  • Hormones in Labor - How to protect them & put them to work for you in birth

  • Birth Basics- Ripening, Effacement, Dilation, Station + More

  • Optimal Fetal Positioning- Everything you need to know for an easier labor.

  • Labor Sights & Sounds- A thorough break-down of each stage of labor. What to expect for the laboring person and their partner.

  • Pain Relief Options - an overview of hydrotherapy, nitrous, IV pain meds and epidural.

  • Hands-On Comfort Measures- Learn techniques and positions for managing pain and helping labor progress as efficiently as possible.

  • Cesarean Birth Overview - learn what to expect and options available, including Family Centered Cesarean (aka Gentle Cesarean).

  • Birthing Rights & Self-Advocacy Tools

    INVESTMENT: $45