Natural Childbirth Courses
There are several options for Childbirth Education available from Wellspring Childbirth. Explore this page and the class schedule for more information on your options.
The Natural Childbirth Courses provide couples with:
Eleven week Natural Childbirth Course
The eleven week series meets weekly for two hours (22 hours in total). The course provides a thorough education for those wanting a Natural Childbirth and includes in-depth discussions of each of the subjects listed above. The weekly course outline can be viewed here. The course fee of $350 includes $30 in materials and a follow-up "reunion" for the class to show-off their babies and tell their birth stories. Couples should enroll in the course beginning between the 20th and 30th weeks of pregnancy. (For those slightly later in pregnancy, contact Julie to discuss your options.)
Six week condensed Natural Childbirth Course
The six week series meets weekly for three hours (18 hours in total). The course is similar to the 11-week course, but covers the information at a faster pace with additional "homework". This course is perfect for those who want a Natural Childbirth, but may not have the time to complete the 11-week course. The weekly course outline can be viewed here. The course fee of $350 includes $30 in materials and a follow-up "reunion" for the class to show-off their babies and tell their birth stories. Couples should enroll in the course beginning between the 28th and 34th weeks of pregnancy. (For those slightly later in pregnancy, contact Julie to discuss your options.)
Refresher Childbirth Course
This one-night course (3 hours) is suggested for parents who have taken a childbirth course in the past and are looking for a refresher to prepare for their next birth. The course emphasizes the role of the birth partner, reviews the stages of labor, focuses on relaxation techniques and positions to cope with labor and briefly discusses postpartum topics related to parenting more than one child.
Private Childbirth Course
Sometimes parents are looking to pick and choose topics or need to accommodate busy schedules and require a private course. Julie offers customized, private instruction in your home or at Belly Bliss. Contact Julie for more information or to discuss your needs.
Note: A Partner can be anyone the mother chooses to be her primary support person for pregnancy and birth. This might include her husband, baby's father, partner, friend, or family member. All are welcome!
The Natural Childbirth Courses provide couples with:
- A thorough education to prepare for a natural childbirth.
- Knowledge of how the partner can support, encourage and advocate for the mother in labor.
- Many relaxation techniques, positions and comfort measures women find useful for labor.
- An understanding of their choices for birth and current birth trends.
- An exploration of the benefits, drawbacks and alternatives to common medical interventions and care practices.
- An understanding of the options for handling variations from normal birth and the ability to make Informed decisions for birth.
- A focus on nutrition, stress reduction and exercise for optimum health during pregnancy and birth.
- Knowledge of attachment parenting beginning immediately after birth.
- Tips for breastfeeding and postpartum adjustments, as well as an understanding of newborn characteristics, needs and care practices.
Eleven week Natural Childbirth Course
The eleven week series meets weekly for two hours (22 hours in total). The course provides a thorough education for those wanting a Natural Childbirth and includes in-depth discussions of each of the subjects listed above. The weekly course outline can be viewed here. The course fee of $350 includes $30 in materials and a follow-up "reunion" for the class to show-off their babies and tell their birth stories. Couples should enroll in the course beginning between the 20th and 30th weeks of pregnancy. (For those slightly later in pregnancy, contact Julie to discuss your options.)
Six week condensed Natural Childbirth Course
The six week series meets weekly for three hours (18 hours in total). The course is similar to the 11-week course, but covers the information at a faster pace with additional "homework". This course is perfect for those who want a Natural Childbirth, but may not have the time to complete the 11-week course. The weekly course outline can be viewed here. The course fee of $350 includes $30 in materials and a follow-up "reunion" for the class to show-off their babies and tell their birth stories. Couples should enroll in the course beginning between the 28th and 34th weeks of pregnancy. (For those slightly later in pregnancy, contact Julie to discuss your options.)
Refresher Childbirth Course
This one-night course (3 hours) is suggested for parents who have taken a childbirth course in the past and are looking for a refresher to prepare for their next birth. The course emphasizes the role of the birth partner, reviews the stages of labor, focuses on relaxation techniques and positions to cope with labor and briefly discusses postpartum topics related to parenting more than one child.
Private Childbirth Course
Sometimes parents are looking to pick and choose topics or need to accommodate busy schedules and require a private course. Julie offers customized, private instruction in your home or at Belly Bliss. Contact Julie for more information or to discuss your needs.
Note: A Partner can be anyone the mother chooses to be her primary support person for pregnancy and birth. This might include her husband, baby's father, partner, friend, or family member. All are welcome!
