Virtual Birth Workshop for Couples

Service Description

This unique online class makes learning about birth accessible to couples all over the country, but more importantly it is a LIVE class. That means we meet, learn, and chat "face to face", in a way that offers real support and education, as well as the opportunity to connect with other expectant parents. Classes are NOT recorded, which helps this feel like a private class where you can voice your concerns and ask your intimate questions without inhibition.   Each class is divided into two parts: The first half is focused on the logistics of birth; how women's bodies are physiologically designed to birth, how your partner can support the mother during labor, how breastfeeding works, information on newborn care, etc. The second half of each class is dedicated to coming together with your partner in a judgement-free space, to discuss how we can emotionally and spiritually prepare for the journey into birth and parenthood. The intention of this class is to empower each parent to tap into their intuition, and to take an active role in preparing for an autonomous birth. In this class, you and your partner will learn: * How normal, natural, physiological birth works * The many choices and decisions to be made regarding labor, birth, and newborn care * Various comfort and relaxation techniques for labor * Mindfulness techniques, appropriate for birth and parenthood * The importance of planning for the fourth trimester: postpartum care, breastfeeding, newborn care, and more. Who is this class for? This class is for YOU if you: * Are planning a hospital birth * Are planning a homebirth * Are planning an unassisted birth * Want to learn how the birth works, and how a woman's body is designed to give birth * Want to learn what interventions are and how they affect birth, newborns, and new mothers * Want to connect more with your partner during pregnancy * Want to learn mindfulness techniques to be fully present during birth * Want to feel empowered and excited to birth your baby! This class is NOT for you if you: * Want your doctor/midwife to make choices for you * Don't believe your body is capable and strong * Want others to be in control of what happens to your body and your baby The logistics: This 3 hour class meets once per week for 3 weeks. To make the most out of this class, couples are encouraged commit to showing up and being present for each of the 3 classes. There will be homework between each class for you and your partner to work on together.