Tuesday, September 14, 2010
Childbirth Preparation Classes
Childbirth Preparation Classes with Wanda Cox, Lamaze trained, Certified Doula (DONA) and IAIM Baby Massage Instructor
When people think of Lamaze they often related it to a set of breathing techniques.
While breathing still pays a key role in pain management in childbirth,
Lamaze now promotes a philosophy of birth, as opposed to just one technique:
Birth is normal, natural, and healthy.
The experience of birth profoundly affects women and their families.
Women's inner wisdom guides them through birth.
Women's confidence and ability to give birth is either enhanced or diminished by the care provider and place of birth.
Women have the right to give birth free from routine medical intervention.
Birth can safely take place in homes, birth centres, and hospitals.
Childbirth education empowers women to make informed choices in health care, to assure responsibility for their health, and to trust their inner wisdom.
The objective of the class is to increase womens confidence in their ability to birth their baby and help partners to build skills and confidence in their role as her primary support. Topics cover aspects of pregnancy, to the process of birth and beyond, as you prepare for the postpartum period, including breastfeeding. She helps couples to advocate for themselves with evidence-based information. Each couple will receive a copy of “Prepared Childbirth”- the most current, evidence based childbirth handbook available. You will also learn about baby massage techniques at your prenatal reunion!
Thursdays 6:30 p.m. – 8:45 p.m.
Series 1- September 23, 30 October 7, 14, 21, 28
Series 2- November 4, 11, 18, 25 Dec 2, 9
$250/ couple per series • limited enrollment
To register email wandacox@eastlink.ca or 1-866-99DOULA
Join Wanda as she supports you on your path to experiencing birth for what it can be; safe, natural and empowering. Wanda has been attending births for over 11 years. Each one is different and unique, just like the women she supports.
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