Lamaze Prepared Childbirth

Comprehensive Childbirth Classes for Expectant Parents

Lamaze Philosophy of Birth

• Birth is normal, natural and healthy.
• The experience of birth profoundly affects women and their families.
• Women’s inner wisdom guides them through birth.
• Women’s confidence and ability to give birth are either enhanced or diminished by the care provider and place of birth.
• Women have the right to give birth free from routine medical intervention.
• Birth can safely take place in birth centers and homes.
• Childbirth education empowers women to make informed choices in healthcare, to assume responsibility for their health and to trust their inner wisdom.

This interactive, highly participatory class is offered in a six-week format and provides intensive preparation for pregnant women and their partners who anticipate a low-intervention childbirth.

Join us and:

• Identify physical and emotional changes during each stage of labor.
• Learn numerous comfort measures designed to decrease fear, anxiety and discomfort.
• Practice breathing, relaxation, and massage techniques.
• Examine possible interventions or variations that could impact your delivery.
• Explore the importance of bonding during pregnancy, labor & delivery and the postpartum period.
• Discover the amazing abilities of your newborn.
• Celebrate the joys of pregnancy.

For class dates and location
please contact:

Maura Varley-Twyman
(804) 421-4295