Goal: Practice techniques to manage pain naturally and build confidence for birth.

Topics Covered:

• Stages of labor and what to expect

• Deep relaxation and breathing techniques

• Practice positions and visualizations

• Coach-led support during contractions

  • Books

     Pushed: The Painful Truth About Childbirth and Modern Maternity Care – by Jennifer

    Block

     Childbirth Without Fear – by Grantly Dick-Read

     Gentle Birth, Gentle Mothering – by Sarah Buckley, MD

     Mindful Birthing – by Nancy Bardacke, CNM

     The Mama Natural Week-by-Week Guide to Pregnancy and Childbirth – by Genevieve

    Howland

     Birth Matters – by Ina May Gaskin

     The Doula Book – by Marshall Klaus, John Kennell, and Phyllis Klaus