Why Take A Childbirth Class?
A Childbirth Education Class can help prepare expecting parents and their support person for the changes that occur during pregnancy and what to expect during birth. Being prepared and having a plan for how you will approach this very important time can help you create a labor and birthing experience in tune with your desires.
Some of the benefits this Childbirth Class are:
- Understand the normal changes that occur in the body
throughout childbirth.
- Become educated on the procedures and interventions that are
common during labor and birth.
- Learn basic support and comfort techniques for the laboring
person.
- Learn different pain management and comfort techniques including
breathing and positioning.
- Address fears and get answers to your questions.
The time spent in class will not only educate expecting parents and their support person, but it will also bring them closer, help them create a plan, and become more confident in their decisions while understanding each other’s roles.
This valuable class covers a great deal of information is a short amount of time.
$125 for the expecting parent and their support person
Pre-registration required. Minimum registration required for workshop to run.
During this class we will take a deep dive into all things breastfeeding in order to learn the benefits to both the lactating parent and baby, common challenges and myths, and how to meet the family’s feeding goals. We look at the whole body of both the lactating parent and baby and the impacts on breastfeeding including gut health, oral anatomy, breast anatomy and hormones. We also dive deep into both holistic and conventional breastfeeding tips and tricks as well as evidence based information to get everybody off to a well informed breastfeeding journey. This class is designed to equip parents with the knowledge and tools to have a happy and successful breastfeeding relationship with their baby.
$80 per reservation for each pregnant person and their partner.
*This registration is for in person attendance* In person participation will remain limited. Please have a baby doll or stuffed animal available for the class.
This class is ideal for parents, expecting parents, grandparents, caregivers, or anyone interested in learning how to save a life! This class is not designed for those who need certification or a course completion card for employment.
This two hour course is taught by Dr. Laura Vanston, an experienced pediatric nurse practitioner, with a background in CPR training and acute and emergency pediatric care.
*Course registration fee is $50/person. Each participant needs to be registered separately. Pre-registration is required. Minimum registration required for workshop to run.
Music & Relaxation- To help new parents reduce the common anxiety that comes with having a new baby and feeling overwhelmed/isolated.
Baby Massage- Partnered with original lullabies, parents will learn bonding techniques that can be continued at home as part of a bedtime routine with baby.
Group Singing- Helps improve mood and create a sense of community with other new parents.
Instrument Play and Movement- gently stimulate baby through touch, sound, and eye contact.
$200 investment for one parent and baby.
During this class we will take a deep dive into all things breastfeeding in order to learn the benefits to both the lactating parent and baby, common challenges and myths, and how to meet the family’s feeding goals. We look at the whole body of both the lactating parent and baby and the impacts on breastfeeding including gut health, oral anatomy, breast anatomy and hormones. We also dive deep into both holistic and conventional breastfeeding tips and tricks as well as evidence based information to get everybody off to a well informed breastfeeding journey. This class is designed to equip parents with the knowledge and tools to have a happy and successful breastfeeding relationship with their baby.
$80 per reservation for each pregnant person and their partner.
*This registration is for in person attendance* In person participation will remain limited. Please have a baby doll or stuffed animal available for the class.