Childbirth Preparation
Every
woman births her baby in her own unique and special way. What works
for one woman may or may not work for another. Therefore my classes
are a tapestry of different techniques and philosophies.
My approach to Childbirth Preparation is to help each individual women learn and prepare in the way that will best suite her and her family. Below is an outline of what is covered. Personal and group dynamics are attended to. New techniques and birth wisdoms are constantly being incorporated.
The 5-week childbirth education class covers:
- Stages of labor and delivery
- Preparing birth plans
- Forming relationship with support people and care providers
- Becoming your own empowered birth advocate
- Positions/coping techniques
- Deep meditative breathing technique called the 'Swiss Method'
- Movement and stretching
- Relaxation/visualization practice
- Self-hypnosis
- Birth Self Discovery
- Fear/emotion releases
Optional classes can be taken to discuss:
- Interventions
- Medical birthing options, pros/cons
