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Childbirth Prep Series - 3 weeks - IN PERSON at JCC
Oct 6, 2024 - Oct 20, 2024
LOCATION: JCC
The Jeff Center for Families, room G-106
 
The Childbirth Prep Series derives tools and techniques from a broad and diverse range of sources covering all the core topics of any comprehensive childbirth preparation class. This series is known to have a great balance between theory and practice allowing you to arrive at the day of your birth knowledgeable and confident, outfitted with a vast variety of labor support tools. Couples tell us they especially appreciate the practical approach that goes beyond what is typically covered in basic books or classes.

What you will learn

Breathing and relaxation techniques
  • Positions of comfort
  • Partner support
  • Visualization
  • Options regarding labor variations
  • Pain management
  • Informed consent
  • Complications and medical interventions
Visual aids and films add a true view of labor and delivery with its many variations and personal coping techniques. A small group size allows for more individual attention and time to discuss topics of concern. You will come away with a clear understanding of labor on the physical as well as emotional level.
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Oct 6, 2024 - Oct 20, 2024
Sun
2:00pm - 4:00pm PDT
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$400.00
3 Sessions
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Birthing Naturally: Partner Supported Childbirth - ONLINE Virtual
Oct 20, 2024 - Dec 8, 2024

Birthing Naturally: Partner Supported Childbirth

Birthing Naturally classes provide objective and non-judgmental class instruction on the foundation of evidence-based research. They prepare the expectant person and partner by encouraging them to feel empowered, make informed decisions based on education and scientific research, trust in one’s body, and surrender to the natural unfolding of labor and birth. Classes are taught with a light-hearted, caring, and evidence-based approach. Incorporated with simple and thorough techniques that enable the birthing person to channel one’s strength, confidence, and relaxed disposition when preparing for labor and birth. Picture
 

What you will learn

Students will learn practical tools and techniques that help minimize discomfort and encourage the smooth progression of labor and birth while sustaining confidence in one’s abilities to labor and deliver with beauty and strength. At the end of each class, students will practice a different relaxation technique. Students will practice the various physical, mental, and emotional types of relaxation with the support and guidance from their partners. Birthing partners will also learn how to actively support the expectant person during pregnancy, labor, birth and the postpartum period.

Follow this link to view the full course curriculum: Birthing Naturally Class Curriculum
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Schedule
Oct 20, 2024 - Dec 8, 2024
Sun
4:00pm - 6:30pm PDT
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$522.00
8 Sessions
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Prenatal Breastfeeding Basics - IN Person at JCC
Nov 10, 2024 - Nov 10, 2024
LOCATION:

Oshman Family JCC

3921 Fabian Way | Palo Alto, CA 94303

Jeff Center for Families (Room G-106)

 

Prenatal Breastfeeding Basics

Breastfeeding is like learning to dance with a new partner - there are steps and rhythms that each person knows, and now these new partners must learn to work together.

In Breastfeeding Basics, participants receive practical information and support to enhance their breastfeeding experience and help them anticipate and overcome common stumbling blocks that new nursing mothers often encounter.

What you will learn

Topics include:
  • Engorgement
  • Storing and heating breast milk
  • Blocked ducts and breast lumps
  • Positions of comfort
  • Going back to work, and more
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$80.00
1 Session
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Childbirth Prep Series - 5 week series - IN PERSON at JCC
Nov 12, 2024 - Dec 10, 2024

LOCATION: JCC

The Childbirth Prep Series derives tools and techniques from a broad and diverse range of sources covering all the core topics of any comprehensive childbirth preparation class. This series is known to have a great balance between theory and practice allowing you to arrive at the day of your birth knowledgeable and confident, outfitted with a vast variety of labor support tools. Couples tell us they especially appreciate the practical approach that goes beyond what is typically covered in basic books or classes.

What you will learn

Breathing and relaxation techniques
  • Positions of comfort
  • Partner support
  • Visualization
  • Options regarding labor variations
  • Pain management
  • Informed consent
  • Complications and medical interventions
Visual aids and films add a true view of labor and delivery with its many variations and personal coping techniques. A small group size allows for more individual attention and time to discuss topics of concern. You will come away with a clear understanding of labor on the physical as well as emotional level.
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Schedule
Nov 12, 2024 - Dec 10, 2024
Tue
6:30pm - 8:00pm PDT
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$430.00
5 Sessions
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