(617) 394-8009
Having a cesarean birth is empowering and beautiful. Your body is amazing and can do this! We are here to help you learn about ALL of the options available to you (yes, there are many!) regarding how to bring your baby(ies) into the world via cesarean.
Reasons cesareans happen, including planned and unplanned scenarios
What to expect when you arrive at the hospital
Step-by-step overview of the cesarean process before, during, and after surgery
Sensory exploration of what to expect during a cesarean birth
Comfort measures during pregnancy and preparation for surgery
Pain medication and pain management options
Family-centered cesarean birth planning
Immediate skin-to-skin contact after birth
Breast or chestfeeding and other feeding options after surgery
Partner support roles, strategies, and expectations
Shared, informed decision-making skills
Communicating your birth preferences with your provider, doula, and partner
Emotional responses and perinatal mental health considerations
Postpartum recovery, including wound care and healing
Hospital and at-home postpartum recovery expectations and resources
Planning for postpartum support
Understanding future birth options, including vaginal birth after cesarean (VBAC)
Dedicated time to answer all of your questions
You will receive exclusive access to a Google Classroom with carefully curated, evidence-based resources, allowing you to revisit class materials anytime throughout your perinatal journey.
We recommend taking this class once you have made an informed decision to plan a cesarean birth, if you are at higher risk for a cesarean, or at any point during pregnancy if you would like more detailed information about what to expect during a belly birth.
Check with your insurance provider about potential reimbursement for this class.
Invoices or certificates of completion are available upon request.
Always available to community and MassHealth members. We also accept FSA/HSA.
Email us with questions. We look forward to helping you!
Erin Ronder Neves, CD(DONA), CLC, BCCE, SpBCPE, & two-time cesarean mom
(617) 394-8009
Monday – Friday
9:30am-5:00pm
Saturday & Sunday for classes & support groups as scheduled
Financial Assistance is always available to community and MassHealth members for our classes, groups and services. We are HSA/FSA eligible too.
Email: info@beyondbirthingvillage.com to inquire
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