CHILDBIRTH EDUCATION
We teach using the Birthworks International Curriculum.
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To sign up for classes, go to the bottom of this page.
Upcoming Classes
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6 Week Series
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May 13 - June 17 (Tue)
September 16 - October 21
November 11 - December 16
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Weekend Classes
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July 12/13
September 6/7
November 1/2
(9am to 4pm both days)
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Classes are taught in the Greenbrier area in Chesapeake
Refresher Classes:
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Spring / Summer date coming soon.
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.
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One evening a week for 6 weeks from 6:30-8:30pm.
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$275
Weekend Classes
12 Hours
Ideal for parents who need childcare for siblings, have unusual work schedules, or fast approaching due dates.
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Saturday and Sunday from
9am to 4pm.
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$275
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Private Classes
We work with your schedule especially if you and your partner have long shifts, or don’t feel comfortable in group settings.
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2 sessions needed,
2.5 - 3hrs each
All sessions take place in Chesapeake.
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$200 per session
Refresher class
4 Hours
Perfect for families that have already taken a class before but need to brush up on their skills again.
Includes hands-on techniques as well as the most important things for birth / postpartum.
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Saturday from
8:30am-12:30pm
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$150
Every participant/couple is provided with a folder that contains valuable handouts, exercises and information.
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In our class, we cover:
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Emotional preparation for birth, exploring own beliefs and attitudes about childbirth as well as recognizing concerns
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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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Understanding the importance of a safe birth environment and birth team
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Recognizing the stages of labor and birth, coping techniques
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Optimal fetal positioning and pelvic positioning to help you understand how you can open it up for your child and make it an active participant in the birthing process
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Assessing medical interventions and procedures, understanding them, benefits and alternatives
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Grieving, healing and preparing for unexpected birth outcomes
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Informed Consent
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Preparation for the “fourth” trimester/postpartum and feeding options
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BirthWorks International has a unique approach that focuses on strengthening the birthing instinct within pregnant people. Even though we are in an industrialized and modernized world, BirthWorks International teaches that it is possible to create a pregnancy, birth, and postpartum environment that embraces a calm and natural birthing experience.
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*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 / refresher class.
Private classes need to be scheduled via email.