Childbirth education is a time to learn about your options that enable you to make fully informed decisions for you and your baby.

Classes are open to all parents, be they single, same sex, or poly

If there is enough interest in a single mothers class one can and will be scheduled

A good time to begin class is anywhere from 26-30 weeks onward

These classes encourage parents to let go of assumptions and fears and cultivate a healthy outlook towards their upcoming birth.

Class topics are personalized to meet the expectant parents' needs and interests and include: They are appropriate for clients planning either a hospital or a homebirth:

* Pregnancy and Prenatal Health

* Optimal Fetal Positioning, how to get baby in the best birth position

* Anatomy and Physiology of Birth: What is my body naturally doing

* Stages of Labor and Birth, what are my baby and body doing and

how to cope during each stage

* What to expect at your birth, including what options are available

to me at my birth place

* Relaxation and Comfort Techniques

* Your partners role in pregnancy, birth and postpartum

* Postpartum Care and wellbeing

* Baby Care and Breastfeeding

* Informed Care choices for you and your baby

Class topics are personalized to meet the expectant parents' needs and interests and include:

* Where do I want to birth

* How to choose a caregiver, and what type to chose for the birth I want

* How to obtain information to make a fully informed choice or refusal

* Optimal Health before conception and during early pregnancy including diet, herbs, & more

Additional topics covered are based on individual needs and interests of families attending