Childbirth Classes
New Series and One Day Class Dates Every Month!
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Choose between a 4 week virtual series
Tuesdays 5:30 - 8:30pm (EST)
or
Full Day In Person Class
9 am to 4 pm
Upstairs @ Sicklerville Chiropractic
Classes are taught by Harmony, who is a Lamaze Certified Childbirth Educator. Classes are influenced by the Lamaze International philosophy, which emphasizes informed decision-making, evidence-based practices, and natural childbirth techniques and comfort measures to promote a safe and empowering birthing experience.
Classes are guided by the Lamaze Six Healthy Birth Practices which are intended to guide and empower expectant parents to make informed choices about their childbirth experience.
Let labor begin on its own: This practice emphasizes the importance of allowing labor to start naturally, without unnecessary medical interventions or inductions, whenever possible. This encourages the body to follow its natural course, which is typically the safest option.
Walk, move, and change positions: Staying active and changing positions during labor can help ease the discomfort of contractions and facilitate the progress of labor. Movement can also promote the baby's descent into the birth canal.
Bring a loved one, friend, or doula for continuous support: Emotional support during labor is crucial. Having a loved one, friend, or doula present provides comfort, encouragement, and advocacy. Continuous support is associated with better birth outcomes.
Avoid interventions that are not medically necessary: This practice encourages individuals to question and understand the necessity of medical interventions such as inductions, epidurals, and episiotomies. The goal is to minimize interventions that are not required for the safety of the birthing person or the baby.
Avoid giving birth on your back and follow your body's urges to push: Birthing in positions other than lying on your back, such as squatting, kneeling, or hands and knees, can help the baby descend more easily and reduce the risk of complications. Following one's body instincts and urges during labor can also make the process more efficient.
Keep mother and baby together: This practice promotes immediate skin-to-skin contact between the birthing person and the newborn. It encourages breastfeeding initiation and bonding, which have numerous benefits for both mother and baby.