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Childbirth Education

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 I teach natural childbirth classes in 4 week sessions in   Charlottesville,   Virginia. I have enjoyed teaching birthing   classes since 2007 because I   believe it is important for   families to understand the birth process and   everything   surrounding labor and birth- from prenatal care to how to   care for yourself after your baby is born.  When we   understand the   norms surrounding birth and the   environment in which a couple plans   to have the baby, it   often reduces fear.  When fear is reduced, both the   mother   and her partner are more likely to relax into the reality of   labor   which in turn, can help the labor run more smoothly.  
 In class we will discuss nutrition during pregnancy, the stages of labor,   the mind-body connection during labor, and we will learn and practice comfort measures and various laboring positions. We will discuss what to expect at a homebirth or a birth center, if you are choosing to have your baby out of the hospital. If you are choosing to have your baby in the hospital, we will discuss what to expect when you arrive at the facility. Furthermore, we will spend an entire class on how to care for the family unit after the baby is born, including breastfeeding.

Summer series: June 20- July 11, 2019

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  •  Classes meet at Winding River Birth Center on Thursday evenings from    7-   9pm for 4 weeks. Cost is $190/couple. The summer series is the         perfect fit   for you if your baby is due sometime between August and   October 2019. If you have any questions or would like to register please   fill out the contact form below!

    Gentle Birthing Class Registration

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  • About Me
  • Services
    • Birthing Classes
    • Birth Doula
  • FAQs and Links
  • Contact
  • Testimonials