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131 Dodge Street Beverly, MA 01915

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Fundamentals of Preparing for Labor & Birth

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(617) 394-8009

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info@beyondbirthingvillage.com

Step into the world of childbirth preparation that keeps YOU in the driver’s seat! Our class goes beyond just policy and procedures by sharing ALL of your options along the way. We’ve got your back (and your bump) covered.

Key Topics/ What to Expect:

  • How to stay comfortable in pregnancy (yes, it’s possible!)
  • Understanding and applying shared, informed decision making skills so you have all your questions answered before making a decision
  • What to be on the lookout for 
  • Truly understanding induction
  • How to effectively communicate your decisions about your body, your baby & your birth to your doula, partner and providers
  • An overview of comfort measures to support you throughout pregnancy, labor and birth (*We highly encourage taking the Comfort Measures & Spinning Babies Baby Positioning Combo Class to dive deeper into hands on strategies to build you and your partner’s toolbox!)
  • Partner support strategies (*We highly encourage taking the Comfort Measures & Spinning Babies Baby Positioning Combo Class to dive deeper into these strategies to build your partner’s toolbox!)
  • What to expect throughout all of the stages of labor
  • When to leave for the hospital
  • Pain management options & medical interventions
  • Cesarean birth (*if you are planning a scheduled cesarean we encourage you to take our Cesarean Prep & Recovery Class in lieu of this class)
  • How to push like a pro and reduce tearing
  • Immediate postpartum and delivery of the placenta
  • Immediate lactation/feeding options
  • Dedicated time to answer all of your questions! 

Ticket price includes pregnant person plus one support person.

Wonder if this class is for you? Contact us!

BONUS

You’ll receive exclusive access to a Google Classroom filled with carefully curated, evidence-based resources, giving you the ability to revisit class material anytime throughout your perinatal journey.

When Should You Take This Class?

  • We recommend taking this class during your second trimester around 22-25 weeks, though it can be taken at any stage of pregnancy. Partners are strongly encouraged to attend. 

Insurance Reimbursement:

Check with your insurance provider about potential reimbursement for this class.

Invoices or certificates of completion are available upon request.

Financial Assistance:

Always available to community and MassHealth members. We also accept FSA/HSA.

Email us with questions. We look forward to helping you!

Facilitated by:

  • Erin Ronder Neves, MA, CD(DONA), CLC, BCCE, SpBCPE
  • Heather Staples, BCCE

    • You Are Not Meant to Do This Alone: Complete Prenatal & Postpartum Support

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    Hours of Operation:
     

    Monday – Friday
    9:30am-5:00pm

    Saturday & Sunday for classes & support groups as scheduled

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