Birthing and Babies Prenatal Classes

Preparing you for childbirth and bringing baby home

Birthing and Babies 2 evening Prepared Childbirth Workshop

  • Is your baby's due date fast approaching and you are running out of time to attend prenatal classes?
  • Are you searching for classes that teach some "hands-on"techniques to help cope with labour discomfort and information about pain medications ?
  • Are you unable to register in a traditional prenatal class series because classes are all booked up?
  • Are you unable to commit to a traditional 4-6 week course and prefer to attend a "crash course" due to a busy schedule?
  • Are you a second time parent(s) looking for a refresher?
  • Do you wish to learn about labour, delivery, immediate postpartum and your newborn baby?

Dates: TBA

Time: 7-10pm

Click here for more information about the next Prepared Childbirth Workshop 

Prepared Childbirth Workshop

This intensive workshop offers a wealth of practical information to help expectant couples prepare for labour and the birth of their baby. Held on two consecutive evenings from 7pm-10pm, the workshop is offered in a small group setting with all the comforts of home including snacks, drinks and workbook.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND THE PREPARED CHILDBIRTH WORKSHOP?

  • Expectant couples with due dates that are fast approaching ( Due dates are in late April- May 2009 ) and are: 
  • Looking for a workshop offering some"hands-on" comfort techniques to help with labour discomfort 
  • Looking for information about the options available for medical pain management in labour
  • Unable to register in a traditional prenatal class series because the classes are completely booked up
  • Looking for classes that will help them feel much more prepared for the big day
  • Who prefer to attend a 2 evening workshop due to busy schedules or other commitments

PREPARED CHILDBIRTH WORKSHOP TOPICS

  • Signs of approaching labour, warning signs and when to go to the hospital in labour
  • Intro. to Stages of Labour and ways the labour coach/husband/partner can help during labour and delivery
  • "Hands-On" introduction to labour positions, breathing and other comfort techniques used in labour
  • Overview of pain medication options and medical interventions including cesarean births
  • Discussion about immediate postpartum, normal newborn characteristics, newborn procedures and when to call babys doctor
  • Brief introduction to breastfeeding and bottle feeding

 

  DATE: Tuesday March 31st and April 7th

TIME: 7-10pm both evenings

Price:

Please note- due to smaller class sizes, spaces are limited

If you would like to check for class availability or to register please click here