

Here's what we cover...a brief overview!
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Stages and Phases of Labor
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Fears surrounding birth - how to overcome these in a positive way
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Breathing relaxation and benefits of massage
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Labor support and pain management
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Factors that decrease pain perception
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Video - Rhythm Ritual and relaxation
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Medications in labor - knowing your options
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Rotation Exercise - Let's practice what you've learned
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Benefits of wearing your baby- We show you how!
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Creating a flexible birth plan
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Importance of movement in labor - birth ball practice and a wide range of positions
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When things don't go as planned - cesarean and induction
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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
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Video - The Amazing Talents of the Newborn
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The importance and benefits of skin to skin contact