Group Childbirth Education Class
Group Childbirth Education Class
Come meet once a week, for 5 weeks (10hrs), in a group with other local expectant families. This class is led by a Childbirth Educator who will prepare you for late pregnancy, birth and postpartum. You will learn about a wide variety of topics including:
Prenatal & Postpartum nutrition
Relaxation and mindfulness practices
Evidence behind Doulas
The normal, natural process of labor and birth, and health-care practices that support it
The rights of childbearing woman
Anatomy and Physiology of Labor
Changes during late pregnancy and the stages of labor
The important role that pain plays in labor and a wide variety of coping strategies for managing it
The importance of labor support (Doula/Partner)
Partner’s role in labor, breastfeeding and postpartum care
Movement and positioning during labor and birth
Medical interventions and their indications, risks and alternatives
Cesarean awareness and how to plan for a gentle cesarean
How to communicate with your healthcare provider
Developing a birth plan
Breastfeeding
Newborn Care
Postpartum expectations and self care
Baby Blues & Postpartum Depression
Local resources to support you during and after pregnancy
Date/Time: Classes are 6-8pm CST for 5 weeks (10hrs of education).
Class size is limited to a maximum of 8 couples. There is a minimum of 3 couples required. The only time deposits are refunded is if class is canceled due to class size.
SUMMER CLASS June 6th, June 20th, July 2nd, July 18th and August 1st
FALL CLASS September 5th, 12th, 19th, 26th and August 3rd
Register: To attend a class or workshop, payment must be in full prior to the date of the class. Payment plans and pay what you can programs are available. Contact Mary for more details. Register online to pay with a credit card using PayPal OR by contacting Mary Duke to pay with cash, check or Venmo. You will be able to choose the class dates that fit your schedule prior to submitting payment. For questions regarding payments, refunds and other relevant information, visit the Store Policies page. All class dates and times are subject to change at anytime.
Location: 969 Lehman Ave, Bowling Green, KY 42101. All Classes & Workshops are located in Bowling Green. On site parking available. Handicapped accessible entrance available. Clean, non-smoking, pet free environment.
Come meet once a week, for 5 weeks (10hrs), in a group with other local expectant families. This class is led by a Childbirth Educator who will prepare you for late pregnancy, birth and postpartum. You will learn about a wide variety of topics including:
Prenatal & Postpartum nutrition
Relaxation and mindfulness practices
Evidence behind Doulas
The normal, natural process of labor and birth, and health-care practices that support it
The rights of childbearing woman
Anatomy and Physiology of Labor
Changes during late pregnancy and the stages of labor
The important role that pain plays in labor and a wide variety of coping strategies for managing it
The importance of labor support (Doula/Partner)
Partner’s role in labor, breastfeeding and postpartum care
Movement and positioning during labor and birth
Medical interventions and their indications, risks and alternatives
Cesarean awareness and how to plan for a gentle cesarean
How to communicate with your healthcare provider
Developing a birth plan
Breastfeeding
Newborn Care
Postpartum expectations and self care
Baby Blues & Postpartum Depression
Local resources to support you during and after pregnancy
Date/Time: Classes are 6-8pm CST for 5 weeks (10hrs of education).
Class size is limited to a maximum of 8 couples. There is a minimum of 3 couples required. The only time deposits are refunded is if class is canceled due to class size.
SUMMER CLASS June 6th, June 20th, July 2nd, July 18th and August 1st
FALL CLASS September 5th, 12th, 19th, 26th and August 3rd
Register: To attend a class or workshop, payment must be in full prior to the date of the class. Payment plans and pay what you can programs are available. Contact Mary for more details. Register online to pay with a credit card using PayPal OR by contacting Mary Duke to pay with cash, check or Venmo. You will be able to choose the class dates that fit your schedule prior to submitting payment. For questions regarding payments, refunds and other relevant information, visit the Store Policies page. All class dates and times are subject to change at anytime.
Location: 969 Lehman Ave, Bowling Green, KY 42101. All Classes & Workshops are located in Bowling Green. On site parking available. Handicapped accessible entrance available. Clean, non-smoking, pet free environment.
“I had Mary as a private Lamaze educator. In my option she went above and beyond what I was expecting. She gave me all the info on delivery and what was normal about hospital births and then things to think about as well. I was aware of some things but others I had no clue about and would have never thought to ask. She has been a wonderful resource. I have already recommended her to everyone that I know!”
“So glad we took Mary’s Lamaze class. It’s not just a class for people wanting an unmedicated home birth. I knew I wanted a hospital birth and was planning on getting an epidural and still found her class so beneficial. I ended up with the perfect birth and used so many things we discussed in class. From laboring at home as long as I could to the comfort measures and my husband also did such a great job helping me bring our daughter into this world because he was educated and knew exactly what to do and say. I highly recommend everyone taking her class, it doesn’t matter the location or the type of birth you are planning the education is the same and all will benefit!”
“Learned a lot during Mary’s Lamaze classes in preparation for the birth of our daughter. We also received a lot of support from network providers during pregnancy and postpartum. So thankful I took this step for education!”