Here's what we cover...a brief overview!

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• Stages and Phases of Labor

• Fears surrounding birth - how to overcome these in a positive way

• Breathing relaxation and benefits of massage

• Labor support and pain management

• Factors that decrease pain perception

• Video - Rhythm Ritual and relaxation

• Medications in labor - knowing your options

• Rotation Exercise - Let's practice what you've learned

• Benefits of wearing your baby- We show you how!

• Creating a flexible birth plan

• Importance of movement in labor - birth ball practice and a wide range of positions

• When things don't go as planned - cesarean and induction 

• Various guest speakers from Willow Health covering - pelvic floor health and post partum depression.  You will also meet our massage therapists and doulas who volunteer their services and knowledge at class

• Video - The Amazing Talents of the Newborn

• The importance and benefits of skin to skin contact