THE IN PERSON OPTION FOR THIS CLASS IS FULL! We have remaining spots in the following classes (if none of these work for you - please CONTACT US - do not go without education!) :
January Sunday Afternoons 3 - 7pm - taught by Molly Mikacevich
January Thursday Evenings 5:30 - 8:30pm - taught by Natalie Truong
February Thursday Evenings 5:30 - 8:30pm - taught by Natalie Truong
HYBRID CLASS // THOSE IN PERSON - RESTRICTED CLASS SIZE - MASKS RECOMMENDED (WILL BE REQUIRED IF COVID STATUS LEVEL ELEVATES)
All Educators at birthED are fully vaccinated. We have no way of regulating whether all students are vaccinated. You will be asked to sign a COVID-19 Liability Waiver form and will have a screening form sent the day before class to ensure non-symptomatic and reduced risks of having COVID-19 exposure in the class-room. Class size is limited to 5 couples: 10 humans plus teacher.
EDUCATION FOR REAL LIFE
Laugh, cry, connect, and learn from this all-inclusive Lamaze Class. Designed to meet the unique needs of each individual student and their support person. Liz is committed to providing each birthing person and their partner the exact information they are seeking by creating a custom class each and every time. Students will leave feeling empowered and excited to give birth.
DATES:
SUNDAYS: December 4, 11, and 18th // 3:00 - 7:00pm
Class Content:
Your Educator: Liz Hochman CD(DONA), CLC, LCCE
Identifying fears and concerns to build up your confidence
Clarifying your individual values for birth preferences, birth place, and provider
Learning communication skills to utilize both before, during, and after your birth
Gaining important information on what to expect from Normal Stages and Phases of birth
Practicing hands-on comfort measures
Learning all of the common medications and interventions
Practicing communication skills for pregnancy and birth when navigating choices with your provider
Labor Support 101 - how partners can be integrated members of the birth team
Postpartum healing and expectations
Lactation in the golden hour, chest crawl and identifying whether baby is transferring milk
IN PERSON COST: $350
VIRTUAL COST: $300
COST INCLUDES: Pregnant person + birthing support partner.
The ideal time to take class is mid-way through your third trimester, which is between 32 - 37 weeks.
Refunds/Cancellations: Canceling your reservation 8 or more days in advance results in a 100% refund, minus a $50 administration fee. Canceling 0-7 days in advance results in no refund, although you may transfer your registration to a future offering of the same class, if available.