Birthing From Within: May/June series 2024 – Offered online

In this class, we’ll use a variety of hands-on and multi sensory approaches to explore the intellectual and instinctual aspects of childbirth.

We’ll examine what happens to the body and mind during labor and delivery.
Understand the differences in cultural perceptions of pain.
Learn mindfulness practices to help cope with the intensity of labor.
Share multiple approaches to the birth experience.

Small class sizes allow us to tailor each class to the specific needs and interests of the participants.

Class Overview

Understanding Childbirth

Birth wishes and intentions
The physical, mental and emotional processes of labor and birth
How labor works, what it looks like, what to do
The role of hormones and birth physiology
Evidence-based research and how to make decisions in awareness

The Childbirth Experience

Assumptions about pain
The role of Partners and Birth Companions
Coping practices, positions and hands on support for labor
How to cope with unexpected surprises
Honoring Childbirth as a profound rite of passage and birth as a Heroic journey

Postpartum Recovery

Healing after birth
Newborn appearance and procedures
Bonding with your baby
Feeding your baby
The postpartum return

Testimonials (Read More)

I loved the safe setting. It was a great place for [my husband] and I to share our thoughts, fears, and questions about childbirth. I loved the fact that it didn’t teach a particular method, but rather helped us learn about our own coping skills, and learn how to tap into that strength during labor.

― Leta M.

My husband and I were anxious about taking such an intimate and personal experience as the Birthing from Within class online. But Christine was a masterful facilitator and made it valuable and enjoyable even in the online setting. We appreciated the mix of very practical information with coping practice and self-reflection. I was also worried […]

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May/June series 2024 – Offered online

Birthing From Within
Weekly Series

$325.00

Class fee includes partner or birth companion. Please inquire about sliding scale rates if needed.

No refunds for cancellations after 2 weeks before the class start date.

Registration Open!

Category: Weekly Series

Birthing From Within: May/June series 2024 – Offered online

May/June series 2024 – Offered online

Meeting Schedule

Led by Christine D’Esposito