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Birthing From Within®


Birthing From Within® (BFW) is a holistic approach that gives parents the tools to birth-in-awareness for whatever their unique path through labor will bring.

Acknowledging that parents and birth attendants can influence, but not totally control how a birth unfolds, this class is intended both for those hoping to minimize/avoid the use of pain medications as well as those planning an epidural or unsure, but who would like to stay present, mindful, and involved throughout the birthing process.

As with any complete childbirth preparation class, parents will learn lots of practical information about the stages and physiology of labor, pushing and the birth of the baby, and what to expect from medical providers, etc.

In addition, BFW classes are unlike any other childbirth classes, in that the structure and content of the class also prepares parents for the way they will really experience labor -- more in the body and hormones than in the brain -- and is responsive to the individual needs, worries, and goals of each family.

AND, because the physiology of labor actually takes a woman outside of the "analytical centers" of her brain, childbirth preparation must do more than offer information and reasoning -- it must also give her deeper skills and help her access the part of her that will be present and coping as labor progresses.

Each week, parents are introduced to, practice, and master a variety of proven pain-coping exercises, including breathing, focus and non-focus techniques, massage, physical positioning for comfort and progress, and more, and will build their skills and confidence.
"I feel like we are much better prepared to handle anything that comes our way..." 12/09
Read what other participants have had to say about this class.
Partners will learn coping skills and get actual practice leading the expectant mom through "practice contractions." Childbirth preparation must also provide birth companions with not only information and practice, but also an understanding of all of the things that will help the mother move through her labor, and what companions can do to create, support, and protect those conditions.

Through thought-provoking dialogues, interesting videos, and unique and memorable exercises, BFW classes also explore the sometimes wise and compassionate use of medications and epidurals, communicating effectively and positively with caregivers, giving birth by cesarean, and much more.


Highlights -- Learn How To:

* Create a birth space (wherever you are) that will help you open in labor
* Build a pain-coping mindset through proven concentration and mindfulness practices
* Explore when might sometimes be a wise and compassionate use of medications
* Ask questions and make decisions in labor
* "Lose it" in labor
* Push your baby out
* Welcome your new baby
* Prepare for a gentle and mindful transition to parenthood
* Reclaim the spirituality of birth

Classes meet as small groups of three to six couples in a comfortable, nurturing class environment. Advance registration is required.

For more information about Birthing From Within style childbirth preparation, go to www.birthingfromwithin.com.
Formats:
 Six Week Series
Allows participants to absorb a little at a time, with time to read, process, and practice between classes.
Weekend Immersion
Includes the same content, but over a single weekend, for those for whom this schedule is a better fit. This immersion format allows participants to move through the information and practices sequentially throughout the weekend, mirroring how they will experience labor (though with 2 night's sleep and some down-time in between!).
Timing:
 We recommend scheduling this class to end by 34-36 weeks of gestation (sooner if taking Immersion format), to allow time to incorporate what you gain into your birth preparations, reduce anxiety, and positively influence your birth mindset.
Cost:
 $305 per mom or couple
10% discount with Prenatal Basics Package.
Materials:
 Please purchase a Birthing From Within book on your own in advance, or at Harmony at the start of the class for $20.
Class fee includes all other materials.
Min/Max:
 Minimum of 3 and maximum of 6 couples to allow for optimal interaction with the material and other participants.


1 SPOT = 1 Mom or Couple
Day Dates Time Instructor
Thursdays Nov 3 - Dec 15 - FULL
 6:30 - 9 pm Kristin Milner Evans
Tuesdays Nov 1 - Dec 6 - FULL 6:30 - 9 pm Rowen Holland
Mondays Dec 12 - January 23 - 1 Spot 6:30 - 9 pm Stephanie Freeman
Sundays January 15 - Feb 19, - FULL 6 - 8:30 pm Elizabeth Gooding
Weekend Immersion Friday, January 27 - 1 Spot
Saturday, January 28
Sunday, January 29		 6:30 - 9 pm
10 am - 6 pm
11 am - 5 pm		 Rowen Holland
Thursdays February 16 - March 22 6:30 - 9 pm Stephanie Freeman
Tuesdays March 13 - April 17 6:30 - 9 pm Rowen Holland
Thursdays April 12 - May 17 6:30 - 9 pm Kristin Milner Evans
Weekend Immersion Friday, April 27
Saturday, April 28
Sunday, April 29		 6:30 - 9 pm
10 am - 6 pm
11 am - 5 pm		 Rowen Holland
Tuesdays May 15 - June 19 6:30 - 9 pm Elizabeth Gooding
Further dates to be posted soon. Contact Us with your interest & availability to be notified when dates and registration become available.


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