Who it’s for
Details
Pregnancy changes before and during labor and, Laboring at home when in Early Labor
Routine hospital procedures for most DC Area Hospitals
Discussing various Medical pain relief options: epidurals and narcotics
Review Cesarean Procedures in most hospitals
Practicing Comfort measures: how to cope with contractions through breathing and relaxation
Practicing various birth and pushing techniques
How to recover during the postpartum period
Mom’s support person should attend to become familiar with comfort measures.
Procedures following the baby’s birth
Understanding normal newborn characteristics
Bathing, diapering, burping, holding, and swaddling
Learn breastfeeding techniques for successful latching
Fee: $170 for each Mom.