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
- Positions of comfort
- Partner support
- Visualization
- Options regarding labor variations
- Pain management
- Informed consent
- Complications and medical interventions
LOCATION:
JCC - Room G-106
In this
workshop, you can expect a light and fun
atmosphere with hands-on learning. It is designed for
families to learn useful tools and techniques that can help ease
labor, promote relaxation, build confidence and promote
labor progress.
Topics
included:
Review the first stage of
labor
Breathing
Relaxation
Partner massage + counter pressure
techniques
Various labor positions for
different phases of labor
How to use birth ball and peanut
ball to help promote progress in labor
Daily movement recommendations to
increase range of motion for labor
Please wear comfortable clothing.
You can bring something to take notes with if you’d like. You’ll
have the opportunity to practice what you learn and to ask
questions! This is an excellent workshop for families who
want a refresher, want more hands on
practice together and anyone who wants to feel
comfortable going into labor with a good set of tools in
their toolbag.
LOCATION: JCC
The Jeff Center for Families, room: G-106
Childbirth Prep Refresher
What will you learn
- stages of labor and how they might be different this time around
- comfort measures for labor such as breathing and relaxation
- revisiting previous birth experience to address things you would like to do the same or differently
- common labor protocols and medical interventions vs. “solutions”
What you will learn
- Positions of comfort
- Partner support
- Visualization
- Options regarding labor variations
- Pain management
- Informed consent
- Complications and medical interventions
Birthing Naturally: Partner Supported Childbirth
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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.
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What you will learn
Follow this link to view the full course curriculum: Birthing Naturally Class Curriculum