Childbirth Education:
Expecting Kindness is the curriculum that I wrote as a contribution to childbirth preparation based on my 25+ years of teaching and providing support, witnessing first hand the specific ways that being informed and confident helps families navigate the birth process throughout every conceivable scenario that a particular birth story can weave. The 6 week course that I have developed in conjunction with the workbook is an in depth exploration of the birth process, addresses common concerns, normal variations in childbirth, storytelling, activities to build skills and trust in the labor process, in the mothers' and babies' bodies, and in the partners support. We talk about and rehearse all manner of physical, emotional, and mental support techniques to prepare a birth partner to really be an integral member of the birth team, and an invaluable presence throughout labor. I believe in open, direct, and honest dialogue between patient and caregiver, it is our responsibility to command it, and that takes some mastery and understanding. We also cover normal newborn care, breastfeeding basics, and writing a thoughtful birth plan. It is a very fun course, families have overwhelming left feeling more relaxed, confident, empowered, centered, and ready for their birth. Following the births, families have also overwhelmingly reported having used a great deal of the skills and tools taught in class and felt prepared for the physical and emotional challenges of labor as well as being able to make challenging choices for the well being of mom or baby when it became necessary.
Location varies, but classes are commonly held at Sprout Birth Center and Natural Health in Mountlake Terrace or at Kind Birth Services, Garden Classroom in Kirkland. I can accommodate 5-8 couples on site, and up to 10 couples on zoom. I work to prepare my students for birth, regardless of location, all are welcome here. Hospital, Birth Center, and Home-birth. This is a safe space for all birthing persons and their families.
The cost of the course is $300.
*If the full tuition is a hardship, please don’t hesitate to communicate with me. I can make accommodations, payment plans or discounts will be made available to those in need.
2023
Nov. 6, 13, 20, 27, Dec. 4, 11 Location: Sprout Birth Center and Natural Health or via Zoom as Covid-19 mandates Class meets Monday evenings from 6:00-8:00pm for 6 consecutive weeks.
2024
Jan. 8, 15, 22, 29, Feb. 5, 12 Location: Sprout Birth Center and Natural Health or via Zoom as Covid-19 mandates Class meets Monday evenings from 6:00-8:00pm for 6 consecutive weeks.
March 4, 11, 18, 25, Apr. 1, 8 Location: Sprout Birth Center and Natural Health or via Zoom as Covid-19 mandates Class meets Monday evenings from 6:00-8:00pm for 6 consecutive weeks.
Apr. 22, 29, May 6, 13, 20, 27 Location: Sprout Birth Center and Natural Health or via Zoom as Covid-19 mandates Class meets Monday evenings from 6:00-8:00pm for 6 consecutive weeks.
June 3, 10, 17, 24, July 1, 8 Location: Sprout Birth Center and Natural Health or via Zoom as Covid-19 mandates Class meets Monday evenings from 6:00-8:00pm for 6 consecutive weeks.
Sept. 9, 16, 23, 30, Oct. 7, 14 Location: Sprout Birth Center and Natural Health or via Zoom as Covid-19 mandates Class meets Monday evenings from 6:00-8:00pm for 6 consecutive weeks.
Nov. 4, 11, 18, 25, Dec. 2, 9 Location: Sprout Birth Center and Natural Health or via Zoom as Covid-19 mandates Class meets Monday evenings from 6:00-8:00pm for 6 consecutive weeks.
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