Essential Beginnings Education

A Lamaze Childbirth Education Curriculum

Essential Childbirth

$300

In our Group Class series you will learn everything you need to know about a healthy pregnancy, the process of birth, your options for care, and everything in between. Using an evidence based curriculum you will get the most up-to-date information to help you make informed, confident decisions with your support team and approach labor with confidence. (12 Hours) 
Some of the topics we will discuss are;
  • Shared Decision Making
  • Informed Consent/Refusal
  • Healthy Pregnancy
  • Physiological Birth
  • Non-Pharmacological Comfort Measures and Relaxation Techniques
  • Avoiding Routine Interventions
  • Utilizing Your Support Network 
  • Postpartum Preparation
  • Infant Care 101

NOW AVAILABLE: Two-day Weekend Intensive sessions
Saturday/Sunday 9am–4pm
Same curriculum from our 4-week course, condensed to two days

Essential Childbirth Express

$100

A great option for those looking to refresh their knowledge from a previous class, if you have experienced birth before, or if you are short on time before baby arrives! This class offers a condensed curriculum of the most vital  information to take with you into your birth. Please keep in mind, we will cover about 30% of the information contained in the full class so if you are able to take the Essential series, that is recommended! (4 hours)

Induction Explained

$75

Inductions are a common medical intervention in pregnancies, but what are they? This class breaks down exactly what an induction is, when it is medically indicated, and how to talk to your healthcare provider about it. Have your questions answered and go forward with confidence and knowledge to be an active participant in your care.  (3 hours)

Postpartum Primer

$50

You’ve taken a birth class, you’ve prepared for labor, but what about once you get home with a brand new baby? This class walks through the postpartum period and what that means for self care while caring for a newborn. Whether it involves family, friends, neighbors, or paid experts, you can walk out of this class with the information to make the most of your postpartum help. (2 hours)

Private Classes

Price Varies

Any of the classes described can be taught privately in the comfort of your home! Please contact me at Hannah@essential-beginnings.com to schedule your private class.

All pricing is for the pregnant person and support person of their choosing. If your family has more than one co-parent or you are part of a surrogacy or adoption, please let us know so that we may make accommodations.

I believe in everyone’s right to access information around safe and empowered childbirth. I am committed to making childbirth education accessible for all and offer sliding scale rates on an individual basis.

Please inquire directly if affordability is a concern, or if you are able to sponsor a class to support someone with less economic privilege than yourself.

All classes (with the exception of Private classes) will be held in Hillsborough, NC.