Childbirth Classes

Childbirth classes are necessary for all clients having their first out of hospital birth. Here’s why they are important:

Knowledge and Preparation: Childbirth Prep classes provide crucial information about the natural birth process, including stages of labor, pain management techniques, and what to expect during your birth. Understanding the process helps you feel confident, safe and more in control.

Pain Management Techniques: These classes teach a variety of methods such as breathing exercises, relaxation techniques, positions to ease discomforts, massage and hands on comfort measures provided by others such as counter pressure.

Informed Decision-Making: Knowing your options helps you make informed decisions about your birth. You learn about the pros and cons of interventions and how to avoid unnecessary ones, to align with your unique birth plan.

Birth Partner Support: Childbirth classes involve your partner or support person by teaching them how to provide emotional and physical support during your labor. This is a team effort and we want your partners and support people involved! It’s so important they understand the process of normal physiological birth so they are able to remain calm and fully support you!

Reduce Anxiety: Fear and anxiety can impact your labor and birth. By attending classes, clients gain confidence in their ability to have an unmedicated birth. This reduces stress and will help you have a more positive birth experience.

Postpartum Preparation: In addition to childbirth, many classes cover postpartum care, breastfeeding and newborn care.

Community and Support: Childbirth classes offer the chance to meet other parents in the same season of life. Many families keep in touch creating community and support.