Lamaze Childbirth Classes

ABOUT LAMAZE BIRTH CLASSES

I am a Lamaze International Certified Childbirth Educator, this is the only childbirth education program approved by the National Council of Certifying Agencies (NCCA). Pregnancy and birth can bring a whole range of emotions, feelings and fears. As a childbirth educator I believe if you have evidence based knowledge and tools to navigate this journey, you will feel strong, confident and informed every step of the way.

From $3003 x 2hrs or 2 x 3hrs Maximum 2 couples per class

From $300

3 x 2hrs or 2 x 3hrs
Maximum 2 couples per class

 

Class outline

  • The stages and phases of birth

  • Signs of early labour, how to tell if you are in labour and when to contact/go to the hospital/birth place

  • The role of hormones throughout your birth and the postpartum period and how these work together with your body and baby.

  • Comfort measures such as breathing, relaxation and visualization techniques, use of hot and cold, massage, and optimal positioning.

  • What is functional pain in labour and strategies to work with it

  • Empowering your birth partner to ensure they can best support you

  • The tools and communication skills to help you work effectively with your health care providers

  • Hospital procedures and interventions that you may come in to contact with and ways to ensure you can make informed choices about your birth

  • Optimal positions for pushing and the birth of your baby.

  • The transition in to the postpartum period and how to best prepare.

  • Postpartum health and support – breastfeeding, newborn care etc

I believe in the 6 Lamaze Healthy Birth Practices

 

A safe and healthy birth in six simple steps 

  1. Let labour begin on its own

  2. Walk, move around and change positions throughout labour

  3. Bring a loved one, friend or doula for continuous support

  4. Avoid interventions that are not medically necessary

  5. Avoid giving birth on your back and follow your body's urges to push

  6. Keep mother and baby together - It's best for mother, baby and breastfeeding