Evidence Based Birth® Parent Classes
I offer a variety of classes for expecting parents and their support persons to familiarize themselves with the birth process, opportunities for education and advocacy opportunities!
I offer a variety of classes, from a 5 week comprehensive class, to a one hour mini-class
5 Week Class for birthing person and their partner, offered in a hybrid of 4 virtual + 1 in-person class
Learning Objectives:
Learn comfort measures, evidence and advocacy
How your partner can be your advocate
Evidence Based Care
Overcoming Fears and Anxieties
Stages of Labour, Comfort Measures
Navigating the Healthcare System
Providers (Models of Care)
Support & Doulas
Communicating with Hospital Staff & Knowing your Rights
Interventions
Pain Relief & Labour Rehearsal
Postpartum Discussion
Newborn Procedures & Baby Care
Breastfeeding/Chestfeeding
3 Hour Class for birthing person and their partner, offered virtually or in-person
Learning Objectives:
Define evidence-based care
Discuss the availability and pros/cons of local birth options
Practice respectful ways to talk with your provider
Discuss how partners, doulas, and nurses can work together to provide labour support
Describe the benefits and limitations of birth plans
Discuss the human and legal rights of birthing persons
Savvy Birth 101
1 Hour Class for birthing person and their partner, offered virtually or in-person
Learning Objectives:
Define evidence-based care and discuss the difference between evidenced-based and routine care
Describe how the power system works in most hospital labour and delivery units
Discuss ways to create a team-based atmosphere in the birthing room so that you and your partner can get evidence-based, family-centered care
Private Classes
Contact me if you would like to host or create a custom class! Pricing varies.
One-on-one of the above classes, or create learning objective that fit perfectly for your individual or small group needs!