Childbirth Full Series Part 1: Healthy Pregnancy
Take the opportunity in the early months of pregnancy to optimize your health, comfort and wellness. Good nutrition, exercise and self-care during pregnancy are shown to decrease complications in pregnancy, labor and birth. This 6 hour series is recommended for couples up to 28 weeks.
The series includes:
Nutrition in Pregnancy
Taught by Certified Nutritionist and Birth Center mom, Emily Moore, this class focuses on how to feed your body the best fuel possible in pregnancy. This class focuses on avoiding toxins, optimizing nutrient dense snacks and gaining the healthiest amount of weight in pregnancy.
Prenatal Exercise
This class is taught by Anne Duch, a physical therapist who specializes in women’s health. In this prenatal exercise class, Anne teaches good body mechanics, in pregnancy, safe exercise habits and the importance of strengthening the muscles of the abdomen, pelvic floor and back. This is a general overview of the importance of safe exercise in pregnancy.
Monitoring Your Pregnancy
Review the physical and emotional changes that occur during pregnancy—some normal, some abnormal. learn how to deal with the uncomfortable changes like heartburn in holistic ways and how to notice possible warning signs such as preterm labor. Bring questions and concerns about pregnancy!
Optimal Birth Experience
Taught by Kathleen McCarthy, CNM. Learn how the precise position of your baby affects the progress of labor and birth. Learn good body positioning and exercises to make sure your baby is in the best position possible for birthing. Many factors impact the overall birth experience; learn how you can have your best birth.
