CHILDBIRTH EDUCATION
Taking an Evidence Based Birth class before labor empowers expecting families with the knowledge and confidence to make informed decisions during childbirth. By understanding the birth process, pain management options, and potential interventions, families can better advocate for their needs and create a positive, empowered birth experience.
Evidence Based Birth® 4 Week Express Group Classes with Community Aware Birthworker
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Get Empowered with a Childbirth Class you and your support person will LOVE!! Join Heather and Rhonda for this 4-Week Express Series. EBB created the Evidence Based Birth® Childbirth Class to skillfully mentor you and your support team in evidence based care, comfort measures, and advocacy, so that you can embrace your birth and parenting experiences with courage and confidence.tion
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Stages & Hormones of Labor
Comfort Measures Discussed: Acupressure, Counter-pressure, Comforting Massage Touch, Positions, Birth Ball and Peanut Ball, Hydrotherapy, Heat and Cold Therapy, TENS Unit, Mindfulness and Affirmations, Aromatherapy, Music Therapy, Epidural, Nitrous Oxide, Protecting the Perineum
Materials Provided: Relaxation Scripts, Acupressure Cheat Sheet, Birth & Postpartum Planning Sheets, List of Best Foods & Drinks for Labor, Hospital Packing List
Evidence-Based Research
Ways to Help Prevent Preventable Cesareans & Family-Centered Cesareans
Decision-Making Skills
Advocacy Skills for Partners, Navigating Hard Decisions
Newborn Procedures to Expect
Breastfeeding & Newborn Basics
Core & Pelvic Floor Preparation
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4 Week Class Series
Sundays 2-5pm CST, Live via Zoom
Class is part self study during the week and Live sessions each Sunday with option for In-Person Week4
Flexible Virtual and Individual Classes with Oily Doula
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Customize a program based on your individual birth education needs. Benefit from Evidence Based Birth content and Oily Doula’s years of experience as a birth educator.
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Ask the Doula
Preparing Your Body for Birth
Creating a Birth and Postpartum Guide
Stages of Labor
Common Interventions and Medications
Comfort Measures and Labor Support
Option to customize and create a class based on your own needs and preferences
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All classes will be held on Zoom