Re-Discovering Childbirth 8-Hour Refresher

If your previous childbirth experience was not what you had hoped, you can learn how to have a different experience. Taught by educator and doula, Natalia Hals, this refresher course covers a wide variety of topics in a short amount of time.

This intensive 8-hour class meets once a month. Class sizes are small (no more than 4 couples) so that each expectant mother and partner may receive individualized attention.

During this course, you will develop confidence in your natural ability to give birth. In addition, topics include:

  • Understanding the anatomy of pregnancy and the phases of childbirth;
  • Reducing fears and misconceptions of pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period;
  • Taking an active role in your pregnancy and childbirth experience;
  • Effectively communicating your preferences with your caregiver and hospital staff before; and during your childbirth experience;
  • Practicing the most productive positions for labor and delivery;
  • Learning and practicing relaxation and comfort techniques;
  • The benefits of labor support; 
  • Tools to prepare and thrive during the postpartum period;
  • Newborn care; 
  • Establishing breastfeeding;
  • And more.

Class Includes
The course also includes student workbooks and a folder with resources and references. During the duration of the course, you may also check out course books and DVDs from the lending library. PLEASE NOTE: This class is best suited for repeat parents who are looking for a experience or updated information. If you are looking for a more comprehensive class we also offer Discovering Childbirth a 6-Week series that focuses on educating about the process of pregnancy, childbirth and postpartum as well as confidence building.

Investment: $150 (includes support person) 

Schedule
Re-Discovering Childbirth 8-hour Intensive: (Saturdays (9:30am-5:30pm)