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Why should you take Childbirth preperation classes?

Benefits of taking a childbirth class
  • Become more familiar about pregnancy, staying healthy for the best outcomes.
  • Know your birth options, you should be part of your healthcare and know how to communicate your wishes to your physician.
  • Learn skills to help you with coping; pain management skills is crucial for labor and birth.
  • Learn about medical interventions and why they are used.
  • Learn about informed decision making.
Classes empower mothers and birth families to be assertive and communicate with their providers.
 
Classes also help you and your partner to be an advocate for your infant and have the best birth outcomes.
 
How to find Childbirth Classes and learn about how they are taught.
 
Check with your local birthing hospital or center.
Check by searching the internet for childbirth instructors in your area:  many times they do private classes, especially for moms who want to labor naturally.
 
Check through certified organizations such as, CAPPA, DONA and LAMAZE to see if instructors are listed in your community or state.
 
 
 

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