TBA In White Rock B.C.
Learn our proven step by step process to having a peaceful birth.
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I offer a 4 week course. You and your partner will get a structured but informal class format that teaches about the physical and emotional aspects of birth. You’ll learn
advanced breathing techniques and deep relaxation techniques so that you can give birth in peace and with less pain.
Here are just some of the things you’ll learn.
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. You will experience birthing in an atmosphere of calm relaxation, free of the fear that prevents the muscles of your body from functioning as nature intended them
to. In this calm state, your body's natural relaxant, endorphins, replaces the stress hormones that constrict and cause pain.
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Breathing techniques that actually help the birth, rather than make it harder (And it’s not the panting that most people think they have to do. Think about it - why
would anyone want to hyperventilate during labour??)
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How to dramatically reduce your risk of tearing during birth with this simple massage technique
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When it’s right to stand your ground with the medical staff...what questions to ask...and when it’s time to let them take charge
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How to release any fears you might have about childbirth... regardless of where they come from
Course Outline:
Class 1: Introduction to Peaceful Birth
- What you can expect (and not expect) physically, emotionally, and physiologically, before, during, and after your birth
- You will learn a variety of coping and relaxation practices to help you discover which ones will work best for you during your birth
- You will learn comfort measures and that will be helpful during pregnancy and labor
It is my hope that you will leave my classes feeling prepared and excited about the many joys and challenges that lie ahead.
Class 2: Your Options in Birthing
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- The Importance of Making Excellent Birthing Decisions
- Detailed Childbirth Choices
- Risks, Benefits and Alternatives for Common Procedures;
- Creating the Birth Plan of your Dreams
- Prenatal Exercises for Birth
- Birth Partner Assistance
- Practicing relaxation and breathing techniques
Class 3: The Onset of Labor
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- Preparing for your Birthing Day
- Signs of Birthing Beginning
- True vs. “False” Labor
- How to Time Your contractions
- When to go to the Birth Place
- Using breathing techniques for Comfort During Internal Exams
- Dilation, Effacement, Position and Station of Baby
- Artificial Induction and Natural Induction Techniques
- Creating a Safe and Serene Birthing Environment
- Optimum Fetal Positioning
- deep relaxation, breathing and coping techniques practice
Class 4: Birth Partners
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- Birth Partners Training: Your Role During Pregnancy
- Physical Comfort Techniques
- Trusting in Your Body, Your Mind and your Baby
- Protecting the birthing-Mom!
- Effective Positions for Birthing
- Benefits and Use of the Birth Ball
- Post-Partum Choices
- Avoiding a Cesarean Section
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