CHILDBIRTH EDUCATION CLASSES
On this page you will find: Intro to classes offered, schedule of upcoming classes, registration information, the difference between these classes and hospital classes, detailed information about each class, and what parents are saying about the classes.
Becoming an educated parent, and making informed choices for you and your baby is one of the best things you can do to lovingly create a healthy and happy pregnancy, birth, and baby: www.thebirthmovie.com
Classes offered: Full 12 hour The Beauty of Childbirth Series, 4 hour Intervention Intelligence Class (client favorite), 4 hour Highlight Childbirth Education Class, 4 hour Early Childbirth Education Class, and 2.5 hour Labor Comfort Techniques Class. See below for class details, schedule, and locations. If you would like to take a class that is not scheduled please call to schedule one.
All classes are fun and interactive, and will help educate you and prepare you for birth. They will inform you of the process of pregnancy and childbirth, of your options and rights, teach you breathing and relaxation techniques, and will help you get ready for that special moment. They include: class time for you and a partner in an informal small group setting, an information packet, snacks, and a goodie bag. Participation in the class will also entitle you to receive a special rate on doula services.
Although these classes convey the power, strength, beauty, and innate wisdom and ability each woman has to give birth, the aim is to inform you of all your choices. With the research based information presented you will then be able to make an educated choice that is best for you and your baby.
THE SCHEDULES:
Preregistration is required. If you don't see a class listed please call or email to schedule one. 561-843-6154 (Detailed description of the classes below) |
PLEASE NOTE All classes are continually offered. If the schedule listed doesn't work for you please call to arrange for an upcoming class. Depending on location availability a $10 fee per couple may be added to cover rental space.
When should I take the classes?
Many times classes are taken in the last semester, there is a lot of information that is helpful to know early on in pregnancy. A woman can start classes as early as the first or second trimester.
So what is the difference between LCDS Childbirth Education Classes and Hospital Childbirth Education Classes?
Although a hospital class covers the basics of labor and birth, it doesn't usually discuss in detail the routine procedures or what they are for, your labor choices and options, or all the wonderful birthing techniques that are available. Hospitals have certain policies and procedures in place which aren't always necessary and are done as a routine. As a patient giving birth in a hospital you have the right to be informed of the choices you have. Taking a class offered through LCDS will not only teach you the basics of labor and birth but you will also learn about different procedures, your rights, perspectives on birth, and about all the wonderful birthing options available to you. With the right information and support you can make fully informed decisions and have a safe and beautiful birth the way you envision.
THE CLASSES:
FULL 12 HOUR THE BEAUTY OF CHILDBIRTH SERIES
Information that will be covered includes: Pregnancy Anatomy, Pregnancy Discomforts, Nutrition, Exercise, Prenatal Development, Danger Signals in Pregnancy, Labor and Birth, Labor Coping Skills, Relaxation Techniques, Birth Philosophies, Choices, Options and Rights, Medications and Procedures, Cesarean Birth, Birth Plans, Newborn Care, Feeding Your Newborn, Fetal Development and Bonding, Care provider and place of delivery options, Postpartum Care, Questions and Concerns, and more! The series is offered in a weekend course or in a 4 week series (usually once a week for 3 h./week). $100 for a group class, $300 private.
4 HOUR INTERVENTION INTELLIGENCE CLASS
This class will discuss common medical interventions in pregnancy and labor, as well as newborn procedures. If you plan to give birth in the hospital you need to know: what interventions are done and what procedures are followed, why they are done, what the benefits and risks are, which ones are optional, and how to go about making the best decision for yourself and your baby. This way you can make informed decisions and play an active role in your birth experience. $45 for a group class, $120 private.
4 HOUR EARLY CHILDBIRTH EDUCATION
This class is to help you get started off on the right path to a healthy pregnancy and birth. Often times when a woman takes a childbirth education class it is in the 3rd trimester, by that time a lot of the things that are taught are things that a woman should have known from the beginning of pregnancy. This class is aimed at women in their first or second trimester, and will cover: choosing the right care provider and place of birth for you, how to become an informed patient, how to ask the right questions, exercise, nutrition, tests, procedures, interventions, and other important issues to get you on the right track from start. $45 for a group class, $120 private.
4 HOUR HIGHLIGHT CLASS
This class is meant as a refresher class or to accompany hospital or community based childbirth education classes. They are designed to emphasize the important points and to discuss issues, rights, and options that are not usually discussed at hospital or community based childbirth education classes. $45 for a group class, $120 private.
2.5 HOUR LABOR COMFORT TECHNIQUES CLASS
This class will teach you the tools you can use to help make your birth expereince a more comfortable one. The techniques covered include: positions, relaxation, breathing, visualization, massage, natural remedies, aromas, lighting, atmosphere, and more. $35 for a group class, $75 for private.
To register for the classes please call or email:
561-843-6154, zeresh@lcdoulaservices.com
What parents are saying about the classes:
Intervention Intelligence is a very eye opening class. I highly recommend it to everyone. Zeresh was our labor support and birthing doula. Could not have done it without her! ~ Shayne
Thank you so much for the classes! They were very informative! My husband and I learned so much. We feel so much more prepared for everything! I can't believe how much information there is to know! Thanks again! We really enjoyed it! :) ~ Jessica
THANK YOU!!! My husband and I really enjoyed the class ; ). I was surprised he said it was really great. I didn't think he'd be that into it. Thank you! ~ Andrea
I found it to be very informative and educational. Zeresh made it fun and easy to understand. After taking the classes I feel I can pick and choose what I think is best for my child and me during my pregnancy, labor and delivery. I feel like an educated mother and I am confident in my ability to deliver and care for my child and myself. Thank you for educating and inspriring me to take control and learn about my pregnancy Zeresh! ~ Tamari
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