Childbirth Education Courses

Childbirth education prepares you for labor and birth by explaining stages of labor, comfort measures, decision-making, and how to work with your support team.

Explore birthing courses on breathing and comfort techniques, labor stages, hospital and home birth contexts, and advocating for your preferences. Parental courses are led by certified childbirth educators, doulas, and clinicians.

Educational content only — not medical advice. Verify guidance with your care team.

Birthing courses on Parental

239.7 min

Birthing Basics

by Lisa Holloway

Topics Covered: Make decisions about the birth you want and prepare for the alternatives. Feel more confident and prepared for your upcoming delivery as you gain a deeper understanding of the childbirth experience. In class you will learn about the signs of labor, breathing and relaxation techniques, hospital protocols, the stages of labor, variation in labor, cesarean sections, the role of the birth support person, epidurals and other pain management options, and the postpartum period. Class Details: This class lasts approximately 4.5 hours. If you are planning for an unmedicated birth then I recommend taking my Birthing Basics PLUS course for extended learning and practice in breathing, relaxation, and movement.

Birthing

$159.00

578.1 min

Bump to Baby & Beyond: Pregnancy, Labor, Birth, and Postpartum Preparation

by Lauren Russo

The Bump to Baby and Beyond childbirth education class is completely virtual, meaning you can do it in the comfort of your home and at a pace that fits your family's schedule. This class provides you with an evidence-based approach to pregnancy, labor, birth, and postpartum and will prepare your family for the birth you desire and any turn your birthing may take. I am reachable by email any time should you have questions along the way and I'm here to support you! You have lifetime access to the course and resources for your entire pregnancy and can always reach back out with questions. What's included and class outline: 2 educational newsletters to read prior to starting classes. 140 page Student workbook (PDF) 4 recorded classes with homework and partner activities Bonus access to my 2 hour Preparing for Postpartum webinar with resources and printouts Access to my private student portal with additional reading and resources 30 minute birth-planning meeting once your classes are complete to answer questions and review your birth preferences Class Outline Class 1: Third trimester care, birth preparation, how your body gives birth Class 2: Comfort measures and Coping Techniques in Labor, How to be a supportive birth partner Class 3: Medical interventions, Inductions, Epidural Use, Cesarean birth Class 4: Newborn Procedures and the first 48 hours after birth.

Prenatal

$250.00

Birthing courses on Parental

Birthing Basics

Bump to Baby & Beyond: Pregnancy, Labor, Birth, and Postpartum Preparation

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