Service Description

Labor & Birth Preparation A comprehensive, evidence-based class designed to empower expectant parents with the knowledge, skills, and confidence for a positive birth experience. Stages of labor: What to expect in early labor, active labor, transition, and pushing. Signs labor has begun: How to differentiate between false labor and real labor. Labor timeline & when to go to the hospital or call your midwife. Pain relief options: Non-medical: Breathing, movement, hydrotherapy, massage, visualization, acupressure, etc. Medical: Epidural, IV medications, nitrous oxide, etc. Medical interventions: Induction methods Assisted delivery (vacuum, forceps) Cesarean birth: indications, what to expect, recovery Birth preferences or “birth plans”: How to prepare and communicate your wishes.