CHILDBIRTH EDUCATION
To sign up for classes, go to the bottom of this page. Private classes have to be scheduled separately.
All class participants will receive our complimentary Parent Handbook.
We need a minimum of 3 families signed up for each series / weekend class for them to take place.
Upcoming Classes
6 Week Series (Tuesdays)
June 16 - July 21
September 1 - October 6
November 10 - December 15
Weekend Classes
August 15/16
October 3/4
December 5/6
(9am to 4pm both days)
Classes are taught in the Greenbrier area in Chesapeake
6-week Comprehensive Series
12 Hours
Not just for first time parents but anyone wanting a better birth experience. Hospital, home or birth center birth - we will prepare you for either option.
One evening a week for 6 weeks from 6:30-8:30pm.
$275
Weekend Classes
12 Hours
Ideal for parents who need childcare for siblings, have unusual work schedules, or fast approaching due dates.
Saturday and Sunday from
9am to 4pm.
$275
Private Classes
We work with your schedule especially if you and your partner have long shifts, or don’t feel comfortable in group settings.
2 sessions needed,
2.5 - 3hrs each
All sessions take place in Chesapeake.
$200 per session
Every participant/couple is provided with our very own parent handbook.
In our class, we cover:
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Nutrition and exercising including helpful exercises from the Body Ready Method
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Relaxation techniques and comfort measures for pregnancy, birth, and beyond
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Hands-on practice and labor tools for partners
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Recognizing the stages of labor and birth, coping techniques and comfort measures
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Labor and Birth Positions
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Discussing common medical interventions and procedures, understanding them, benefits and alternatives
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Potential Complications during Pregnancy and Childbirth
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Informed Consent
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Birth Plan Building
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Preparation for the “fourth” trimester/postpartum and feeding options
*We offer a 5% military and first responder discount. Restrictions apply.
Find the start date of your desired class. By selecting a time, you will get signed up for the ENTIRE series / weekend class.
Private classes need to be scheduled via email.