QUALITY, EVIDENCE BASED Education & Access

EMPOWERING CHILDBIRTH EDUCATION
4 class series (virtual)
Tuesdays, 6:00pm-9:00pm, EST

Upcoming Classes:
• January 11, 2022- February 1, 2022
• February 8, 2022- March 1, 2022

This comprehensive 12 hour class will educate expectant parents on care options available throughout the perinatal period so they have the ability to make informed, consensual decisions related to their body, their baby and their birth.

Topics include:
• Signs of labor
• When to leave for birthing place
• Importance of labor support plans
• Natural & medical comfort measures
• Epidurals
• How to communicate effectively with care providers
• Induction
• Immediate postpartum care of birthing person and newborn

EMPOWERING CESAREAN BIRTH
Wednesdays, 6:00pm-9:00pm, EST, (virtual)

Upcoming Classes:
• Wednesday, February 2, 2022
• Wednesday, February 23, 2022

This class will review necessary medical details of a cesarean birth, provide a sensory experience of what to expect, discuss potential emotions or concerns one may feel, as well as address postpartum recovery and care. I strive to provide expectant parents with the tools needed to walk into the birth of their baby with confidence and a sense of celebration.

BREASTFEEDING BASICS FOR DOULAS & PROFESSIONALS
Fridays, 4:00pm-7:00pm, EST, (virtual)

Upcoming Classes:

• Click here for a full list of dates for 2022

This class is an introduction to lactation fundamentals through the lens of the perinatal professional. We discuss how doulas can help clients achieve the feeding relationship they want with their babies while remaining within our scope of practice. The class includes access to a private Google Classroom full of evidence based resources to deepen one’s knowledge and information to share with clients. (This workshop fulfills DONA International’s breastfeeding education requirement for both birth and postpartum doula certification).

Don’t see a class that fits with your schedule or estimated due date? Please reach out and we will make it work!

All classes are 3 hours long, are virtual or in-person per your preference, and are scheduled based on your availability.

EMPOWERING CHILDBIRTH EDUCATION

This private class will include all of the topics reviewed during the group class offering, but is customized to your personal birth preferences (unmedicated or medicated), location, cultural/religious customs, preexisting conditions, previous experiences, questions and/or concerns. Hands-on physical comfort measures will be modeled for expectant parents, and you will feel confident and ready to bring your baby into this world. Unlimited text/phone/email support is included.

EMPOWERING CESAREAN BIRTH

This private class will include all of the topics reviewed during the group class offering, but is customized to your needs, desires, birthing location, preexisting conditions, previous experiences, and cultural/religious customs. We will create a labor support plan together, and address any questions or concerns to ensure you are confidently walking into the birth of your baby with wisdom and support. Unlimited text/phone/email support is included.

EMPOWERING NEW PARENT & POSTPARTUM READY

This private class will focus on how to care for your newborn in the hospital and at home. We will collaborate to create a comprehensive postpartum support plan. and offer suggestions on how to prepare your home for the arrival of your new baby. We will curate a list of baby care items specifically related to your space, parenting styles and beliefs. We will explore how communication and expectations can set up a successful postpartum experience for the whole family. Unlimited text/phone/email support is included.

EMPOWERING YOUR BODY & MIND TO BREASTFEED

Please click here to learn more about this prenatal class specifically designed to prepare lactating parents for feeding their baby.

Children and pets are always welcome. :)