Childbirth Education

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Classes with Stella cover a wide range of topics. From options in prenatal care, including testing, to ways of maintaining optimal health throughout pregnancy, there is a lot to discuss when it comes to the choices you will face.

We also explore the stages and phases of labor and learn about comfort measures, the ins and outs of physiologic birth, breastfeeding, newborn care, and much more.

Come away with a greater sense of preparedness and confidence.

  • Please reach out to schedule private sessions, or to sign up for group classes. Fees and insurance coverage for classes vary.

  • Absolutely! You are more than welcome to join whether or not you are an Origin Story client, regardless of where you are receiving maternity care or what kind of birth you are planning.

  • Childbirth education is integrated into your prenatal care as an Origin Story Client, with group classes offered as an additional enrichment, and as an opportunity to build community.

    Even if you are receiving your care elsewhere, you are welcome to join any of the group classes I offer, but if you prefer a more intimate setting, private, individually-tailored sessions are also offered.

    Private childbirth education with your partner is an opportunity for deeper exploration, and provides ample time to discuss the ins and outs of your own unique pregnancy experience and whatever kind of birth you are planning.

    This can be a wonderful way to broaden horizons with regards to the many options and choices you will face, as well as helping to build a strong connection to your body and baby at a time when everything is changing so fast.

    These sessions can help ease private concerns and provide valuable information unique to your circumstances.

    Becoming a more empowered parent starts by understanding your options. It’s important to feel seen and heard during these most vulnerable months of your life.

    Contact me to find out about upcoming class offerings or to schedule a private session.

“The human species is no more unsuited to give birth than any other of the 5,000 or so species of mammals on the planet. We are merely the most confused.”

-Ina May Gaskin

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Birth partners are encouraged to attend and welcomed!