Private, Group and Online Birth Classes
Baltimore, Annapolis, Washington D.C.
Learn what hospital birthing classes won’t tell you! :: Customized classes :: :: Group Classes :: Location: Indigo Physiotherapy 600 Wyndhurst Ave #102, Baltimore, MD 21210 – Easy and free parking options Stages of labor • Demystify and understand childbirth pain • Create a favorable and positive environment • Breathing and relaxation techniques • Partner support • Affirmations for labor • Positioning and movement • How to use a birthing ball • Massages and touch • How to write a “birth preferences” • Doula’s tricks! Textbook included. < $195 / couple > What if you could lessen your pregnancy/childbirth anxiety? What if you could build up your confidence, and learn easy coping techniques? Basic mindfulness breathing techniques and visualizations • Create a safe place • Easy self-sufficient coping tools
using mindfulness and stress management techniques. This class is for the pregnant persons only.
< $55 / person > A hands-on workshop that will educate and prepare you for life with a newborn and what to expect in the first 6 weeks. Topics include: “4th Trimester” 101, Breast and bottle feeding, Safe sleep and swaddling strategies, Bathing, Comfort Technique, postpartum expectations a Question and Answer session. 2 hours of hands-on practice and learning in a group setting. Class workbook, Information sheets and/or PDFs related information to keep for future use and practice. Textbook included. < $95 / couple > This 2-hour hands-on workshop will provide you and your partner with the tools and guidance as you explore Comfort techniques for the end of pregnancy and through labor and delivery. Topics include: Breathing techniques, relaxation, positions for effective laboring, massage and pressure points, counter-pressure and other hands-on techniques, using the birth and peanut balls and Rebozo effectively, visualization and vocalization and more. 2 hours of hands-on practice and learning in a group setting. < $95 / couple > Evidence-based workshop for families who are preparing for a VBAC • Learn about your options • Identify a supportive care provider • Find your team • Prepare your mind and body • Q&A < $90 / couple > Homebirth or Birth Centers families! This 5-hour workshop is for you: Prepare for childbirth and baby • Learn about Spinning Babies and the Miles Circuit • Identify your (and your family) unique needs and preferences • Demystify and understand childbirth pain • create a favorable and positive environment • Breathing and relaxation techniques • Partner support • Affirmations for labor • Positioning and movements • How to use a birthing ball and a peanut ball • Massages and touch • What if you had to transfer • Doula’s tricks! Textbook included. < $190 / couple > Prepare for a hospital, a birth center or a home birth – natural, medicated and cesarean births. Travel fee may apply, depending on your location – 10% for Doulas Clients. Getting ready for childbirth • Stages of labor • Evidenced-based options • Comfort measures for labor (breathing/relaxation techniques, positioning) • Writing out your birth preference. Textbook included. < $295 / couple > Basic mindfulness breathing techniques and visualizations • Create a safe place • Easy self-sufficient coping tools using mindfulness and sophrology techniques. This is a one-on-one session for the pregnant person only < $90 / person > A series designed to learn self-hypnosis tools to tap into the cellular wisdom of your body, relax profoundly, release pain, and enjoy your baby’s birth. Easier than the Hypnobirthing method! Through experiential sessions, you will learn: How hypnosis works • Self-hypnosis • How to find your “safe place” • Progressive relaxation; Anatomy and physiology of labor and birth • Fear and worry release • Grounding • Affirmations for birth • How to numb the pain through directed anesthesia and other techniques • Guided imagery for the most empowering birth possible. Odile Penet is not a certified hypnotherapist. She is certified with Mind+Body Birth. Materials including. This series is designed for the pregnant person only (partners are encouraged to attend the last session). < $375 /person > Preparing for baby • Last weeks of pregnancy • The first hours of life • Introduction to breastfeeding • New mother and her postpartum recovery • First days at home • Baby-wearing • Diapering • Swaddling • Soothing (the 5 S’s from “The Happiest Baby on The Block”) • Feeding options, Burping, etc. This class isn’t a breastfeeding class. However, this class doesn’t cover any car seat nor infant CPR information. < $175 / couple > Homebirth or Birth Centers families: this workshop is for you! Prepare for childbirth and baby • Learn about Spinning Babies and the Miles Circuit • Identify your (and your family) unique needs and preferences • Demystify and understand childbirth pain • Create a favorable and positive environment • Breathing and relaxation techniques • Partner support • Affirmations for labor • Positioning and movements • How to use a birthing ball and a peanut ball • Massages and touch • What if you had to transfer • Doula’s tricks! Textbook included. < $265 / couple > < Free > This online class introduces six simple practices that research has shown to greatly improve birth outcomes for both mothers and babies, in addition to evidence-based comfort techniques to help minimize discomfort and pain during labor. | Easy access here < $34.95 > A variety of comfort measures and coping techniques in your labor toolbox so that you and your support team can be as prepared as possible. | Easy access here < $34.95 > Prepare to get breastfeeding off to a great start and look forward to the many benefits that breastfeeding can provide to you and your baby. | Easy access here < $34.95 > Transitioning to parenthood can be difficult and daunting, but this online class will equip you with knowledge and resources to better meet your newborn’s needs and ease your transition. | Easy access here < $34.95 > Vaginal Birth after Cesarean (VBAC) is a safe and viable option for many women who have had a prior cesarean or even two. We have created this online class to help you know the facts, understand the benefits and risks of all your options, and set yourself up for the best chance of success. | Easy access here < $49 > You will learn directly from doulas and childbirth educators, techniques and tips to become the perfect birth partner! | Easy access here Private Group and Online Birth Class Near Me
Parents-to-be will learn in a fun and professional atmosphere.
Most insurance companies will provide reimbursement.
Lamaze
Self-Hypnosis
Breathing and Relaxation Techniques
Baby Care
:: In Home, Private Classes ::
:: Online Classes ::
Your Birth Essentials Class
February 23rd | 9am-4:00pm
April 4th | 9am-4:00pm
June 13th | 9am-4:00pm“Relaxation Techniques for Birth” Class!
December 15th | 10:00am-11:30am
February 2nd | 10:00am-11:30am
April 25th | 10:00am-11:30am
June 7th | 10am-11:30pm
Baby Care Class
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November 2nd | 10am-12pm
January 12th | 10am-12pm
March 14th | 10am-12pm
May 2nd | 10am-12pmComfort in Birth
November 2nd | 12:30pm-2:30pm
January 12th | 12:30pm-2:30pm
March 14th | 12:30pm-2:30pm
May 2nd | 12:30pm-2:30pmVBAC Class
January 7th | 2 hours
April 21st | 2 hoursHome & Birth Centers Birth, Class
February 9th | 9am-2:30pm
May 3rd | 9am-2:30pmYour Birth Essentials Class
One day classSimple Relaxation Techniques
90 minutesSimple Self-Hypnosis for Childbirth
4 sessionsBaby Care & Postpartum
3 hoursHome and Birth Centers Birth, Class
5 hours
Labor with Confidence
Techniques for Comfort and Coping
Basics Breastfeeding from Birth to Back to Work
Bring Home Baby
VBAC Class
Birth Partners – Supporting Her
Baltimore, MD, Surrounding Counties, Annapolis, MD, Washington D.C., York, PA