Prenatal Education Classes

Birth Plan & Childbirth Education

This comprehensive class covers essential topics to prepare you for your birthing journey:

Establishing and maintaining boundaries with your care team as well as friends and family, through open and warm communication

Getting to know the early signs that your baby is on the way, and feeling confident about when to call your care team
Learning the helpful terms you'll hear during your birth experience
Discovering ways to move and cope during active labor that work best for you
Going over various delivery methods including pushing, cesarean options, and meeting your little one!
Getting ready for those precious first moments after birth, what to expect after delivery
Guided creation of your personalized birth plan

This detailed class explores the following important topics:

Making your home cozy and transitioning to being home with baby
Taking care of yourself during your recovery journey, the physical and emotional recovery after vaginal or cesarean birth
Getting started with breastfeeding including positioning, latch techniques, and common challenges
Making pumping simple and stress-free: pumping methods, equipment selection, and milk storage guidelines
Everything you need to know about bottle feeding: bottle feeding techniques, formula preparation, and feeding schedules

Guide to daily newborn care routines, including bathing, diapering, and umbilical cord care

Snuggling safely with baby: baby wearing methods and carrier safety
Creating the perfect sleep space for your little one: safe sleep practices and SIDS prevention
Making car rides safe and comfy for your newest passenger: car seat safety instruction, proper installation techniques, and common mistakes to avoid