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Mother Me is committed to offering a wide variety of classes to meet your individual needs within a nurturing, warm, and supportive environment. Our class content builds upon many different global philosophies, as well as the latest recommendations from leading professional organizations. We take great pride in offering you the best programs available taught by educators with years of personal and professional experience.
All prices are per couple. Please check the class schedule or click on the class name below for specific dates and times. We recommend taking classes in your third trimester, prior to your 36th week of pregnancy.
Natural Childbirth Education Class
4-week or 2-day series (12 hours)
The goal of our classes is to empower the expectant family with the knowledge
they will need to make educated choices for themselves before, during, and after
pregnancy. Mother Me is committed to offering a wide variety of classes to meet
your individual needs. For those considering a non-medicated birth experience,
this class presents a holistic approach to pregnancy, birth, and the postpartum
period. This 12-hour class meets for either two consecutive Sundays or four
week nights.
The class covers these topics and more: The History of
Birth and Birth Methods, Mother Me, Inc. philosophy, Exercises for Pregnancy,
Anatomy of Pregnancy and Childbirth, Warning Signs, Nutritional Guidelines,
Stages of Labor, Relaxation Techniques, Water birth, Pushing Positions, Creating
a Birth Wish List, What is a Doula?, Cord Blood Options, Interventions,
Operative Deliveries, Pain Management Options, Comfort Measures, Breathing
Techniques, Massage, Acupressure, Aromatherapy, Postpartum Care and Support,
Newborn Care, and a Potluck!
Cost is $300.00 per couple. Free parking is
available for all of our services.
(Two 3-hour sessions)
Following the same philosophies as the group classes, this private class will cater to your specific needs and questions. It can be scheduled at your convenience with one of our doulas and childbirth educators. Cost per couple is $400 in our office and $450 at your home.
Breastfeeding without the Rules
This intimate breastfeeding workshop is intended for expectant parents who are looking for guidance, support and information about breastfeeding.
This class is designed for couples, so both Mom and partner are included in the cost of the class. $65.00 per couple. Includes written take home materials.
The same class as the Group Comfort Measures but scheduled at your convenience and focused on the elements most applicable to your situation. Cost per couple is $150 in our office and $175 at your home.
Holistic Homebirth Preparation
Holistic Homebirth Preparation is a one-day class designed to augment our regular natural childbirth classes for couples seeking a homebirth. It will specifically prepare you for the homebirth experience, help you understand what to expect and how to make it the most successful experience it can be.
Natural birth preparation methods discussed include information from Birth Works, Birthing From Within and Bradley. It is inspired by the groundbreaking work of Ina May Gaskin CPM, Barbara Harper CNM, Michel Odent MD and many more. Holistic Homebirth Preparation combines a holistic understanding of health and wellness and a multidisciplinary approach to teaching.
~ Health and wellness during pregnancy
~ Birth choices
~ Trusting your body, trusting birth
~ Exploring emotions and confronting fears
~ Gentle Birth
~ Comfort measures
~ Relaxation and visualization techniques
~ Understanding variations of normal birth, challenges and complications
This class meets for 6 hours and costs $175 per couple.
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