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CHILDBIRTH
EDUCATION CLASS SERIES
A relaxed environment is where you
are able to participate in discussions, demonstrations and activities.
We include diagrams, plastic and fabric simulations, excellent video
presentations and more! (Videos can be viewed in privacy, for
individual/spiritual comfort.)
Subjects include prevention methods for certain problems, focusing on
a variety of ways to have a healthier pregnancy and choices for a more
gentle, supportive birth, including homebirth with midwifery care. A folder is provided, with take-home information
added every week. Lending library available.
The series of six weekly classes includes
in-depth discussions using diagrams,
simulations and videos to promote
an understanding of:
- Reproductive Anatomy
- Pregnancy & Health
- Birth Partner
- Stages of Labor
- Relaxation Techniques
- Natural Birth Methods
& Physiologic Principles
- Informed Choice
- Postpartum Care
- Newborn Care
- Breastfeeding
- Natural Family Bonding
& Attachment Parenting
- Complications & Unexpected Outcomes
BIRTH OPTIONS CLASS
This question/answer class is geared
to parents-to-be in the earlier months of pregnancy, and helps you
evaluate options for creating a more healthy and satisfying experience.
Learn ways to prevent unnecessary trauma, have lower costs, etc.
VBAC (vaginal birth after cesarean) is discussed, including the Midwives Model of Care.
Basics of nutrition and fetal growth, remedies for common discomforts,
finding the best health care provider for your needs, making informed
birth choices, and home, birth center and hospital birth.
Optional video presentation included. Book list provided.
$25 per couple (3 hour class meets once.)
PRENATAL NUTRITION CLASS
Each prenatal nutrition class is
special. Join us for a healthy buffet lunch, to sample many tasty dishes,
including delicious vegetarian fare, for all of our students to enjoy!
We discuss nutrition relating to the growth of your baby and natural
remedies for prevention of such discomforts as heartburn and nausea of
pregnancy.
Included in the 3 hours is a wonderful video presentation of the amazing
journey of fetal development. Take home a folderful of even more helpful
information.
This class is also good for Dads and Grandparents!
Follow-up class available for those
interested in more advanced nutritional education.
$15 per person (Pre-paid reservation required.)
TEEN PREGNANCY & BIRTH CLASSES and SUPPORT RESOURCES INFORMATION
Teen mothers-to-be need a respectful,
supportive and creative environment for learning about health &
well-being, birth choices, and caring for a new baby.
We believe that every pregnant woman has the right to make informed birth
choices. When offered responsible information, she can become better
equipped to begin her new life, with more of the encouragement and
confidence needed to make conscious choices for herself and her baby.
We provide a list of additional resources which offer support and
assistance to teen mothers, including the option of care with midwife. Continuing support groups of peers and
counselors develop from these classes.
The teen birth classes are supported by our other
programs. There is no cost to the teen mother-to-be.
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