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Birth Circles

First Monday of each month 6:00 pm (online until further notice)
Babes in arms are welcome, but please no older children as we often talk about topics that might not be appropriate for older children.
Mothers and pregnant people only please
​Open to all pregnant/postpartum individuals, regardless of planned birth setting



Childbirth Education Classes 3 Part Series
(1) Childbirth 101 Class
   The normal physiology of childbirth
    Phases of labor, effacement, dilation, station
    Recognizing labor: the difference between warm up labor and active labor
    Types of providers and birth options, finding what works for you
    Breastfeeding basics
    The fourth trimester and the importance of postpartum care

(2) Labor Comforts Class 
   Natural pain relief techniques during labor
    Creating an oxytocin rich environment
    Hydrotherapy
    Massage techniques
    Imagery and visualization
    Breathing techniques
    Tens unit

    
(3) Hospital Birth Your Way
    Informed consent, informed refusal, and your rights as a birthing person
    Participating in your care: prompts for shared decision making
    When to go to the hospital
    Common routine procedures: risks and benefits
    Common interventions: risks and benefits
    Pain relief options: which options are best for you
    Second stage (pushing) options
    Third stage (placenta) options
    Immediately after the birth, and the importance of the golden hour
    Facilitating breastfeeding in the hospital



Upcoming Childbirth Education Class Dates: RSVP required
 
 
Class 1, Childbirth 101: Wed., April 8, 2020  6:00 PM ($50.00)
  
 Class 2, Labor Comforts: Wed. April 15, 2020 6:00 PM ($50.00)
   
Class 3, Hospital Birth Your Way: Wed., April 22, 6:00 PM ($50.00)

-Make up date in case midwife is called to a birth: April 29, 2020 6:00 PM
                      Special Price: Purchase all 3 in advance for $125
​-Classes are free to all QCBS midwifery and monitrice clients

-For additional dates or to RSVP, email at queencitybirthservices@gmail.com

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