Embracing Birth series (Weekly class samples)

Introductions, The Power of Mindfulness

• Activity: Cultivating mindfulness
• Optional Reading: Mindful Birthing,  Nancy Bardacke

Stages of Labor, Coping Practices

• Activity: Coping during labor
• Video: Stages of Labor

Asking Questions, Getting Answers

• Activity: "BRAIN" practice for meaningful Q&A with your provider
• Video: Understanding Cesarean Birth 

Postpartum, Breastfeeding

• Activity: Partnership after birth
• Video: Laid Back Breastfeeding

We  cover everything from late pregnancy through the birth and early postpartum and everything in between. Class time is spent in discussion and practice of coping skills and ways to navigate through these days.