When you hear the word Lamaze, what do you think?  Its the breathing method, right?  Well, actually, although the Lamaze “method” started as just that, a way to cope with childbirth, Lamaze childbirth classes have adapted with the times!   Today’s moms need more than just one method, and today’s partners are ready, more than ever before, to participate more fully in the birthing process.  Our Lamaze classes are “Not your Ma’s Lamaze,”- T. Shilling- and while breathing is important in labor(we all need oxygen, right!), there are so many other pain coping techniques that we discuss in class!

At Capital City Doula Services, we feel that attending a quality childbirth education series is an important part of preparing for the most healthy, safe,  birth possible. We know, especially through these last few years that that education can happen anywhere- including the comfort of our own homes!

We are partnered with Lamaze International to provide exceptional childbirth education class content in a variety of settings.

Attending the right childbirth education class can pave the way for the most healthy pregnancy and birth possible.  Our Lamaze classes are designed to help families understand the process of childbirth, and to know the options available to them throughout the process. We strive to build confidence by increasing the knowledge base, providing solid evidenced-based information, and pointing families to resources that will supplement their learning.   We strive to offer the most comprehensive program possible!

Today’s Lamaze classes are centered around the 6 healthy birth practices for birth!   In class we will discuss the nuts and bolts of labor (what happens throughout) as well as what you can do to make it the healthiest, most satisfying experience possible. Melissa offers three options for childbirth classes:  Smaller 4-session live zoom classes; Private classes; and self-paced online learning through our online classroom.

Topics Included (but not limited to) In Class:

• End of pregnancy (physical and emotional changes)
• Common discomforts/possible remedies of late pregnancy
• Pre-labor vs. Labor
• Normal labor and birth (stages and phases)
• Warning signs to watch for
• Comfort measures for labor and birth
• Partner Support
• Hands-on technique practice
• Tool bag of “tricks” for labor
• Medication options
• Common medical intervention
• Communication with medical team
• Decision-making skills
• Developing your birth plan
• Immediate postpartum care
• Basic breastfeeding
• Bonding with baby (mom and partner)
• Solid resources for up-to-date evidence based research

Lamaze International has an amazing website full of helpful information!   Click below to learn more about the Lamaze Difference!

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