Childbirth Classes
Not your typical childbirth class!! Classes provide in-depth, evidence-based information about labor, birth, breastfeeding and early postpartum. Ideal for first-time mothers as well as a refresher for families who have given birth before. The class is designed for birthing in any setting: hospital, birth center and home birth. This comprehensive four week childbirth preparation class is based on Lamaze International’s Six Healthy Birth Practices.
Class Topics
Schedule for 2015
Classes are on Tuesday evenings from 7:15-9:15pm. Ideally the best time to take a childbirth class is during the 7th month of pregnancy. This gives you plenty of time to reflect on your new knowledge as well as talk to your providers about your wishes. Also, it gives you a cushion should your baby arrive early.
January 6,13, 20,27 May 5,12,19,26 September 1,8,25,22
February 3,10,17,24 June 2,9,16,23 October 6,13,20,27
March 3,10,17,24 July 7,14,21,28 November 3,10,17,24
April 7,14,21,28 August 4,11,18,25 December 1,8,15,22
Location
Willow Tree Family Center
3333 S Pennsylvania Ave #101
Lansing Charter Township, MI 48910
*Parking is behind the building.
Price & Registration
The class cost is $150.00, which includes the expectant mother and one support person.
- Let labor begin on its own.
- Walk, move around, and change positions throughout labor.
- Bring a loved one, friend, or doula for continuous support.
- Avoid interventions that are not medically necessary.
- Avoid giving birth on your back and follow your body’s urges to push.
- Keep baby and mother- It’s best for mother, baby and breastfeeding.
Class Topics
- Normal labor, birth and early postpartum
- Labor support skills for partners
- Comfort measures and positions
- Birth plans
- Guidance with making informed decisions
- Medical interventions
- Breastfeeding and newborn care
Schedule for 2015
Classes are on Tuesday evenings from 7:15-9:15pm. Ideally the best time to take a childbirth class is during the 7th month of pregnancy. This gives you plenty of time to reflect on your new knowledge as well as talk to your providers about your wishes. Also, it gives you a cushion should your baby arrive early.
January 6,13, 20,27 May 5,12,19,26 September 1,8,25,22
February 3,10,17,24 June 2,9,16,23 October 6,13,20,27
March 3,10,17,24 July 7,14,21,28 November 3,10,17,24
April 7,14,21,28 August 4,11,18,25 December 1,8,15,22
Location
Willow Tree Family Center
3333 S Pennsylvania Ave #101
Lansing Charter Township, MI 48910
*Parking is behind the building.
Price & Registration
The class cost is $150.00, which includes the expectant mother and one support person.
