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Private Class Part One: Labor, Pushing, and Postpartum Preparation
Private Birth Class – Part One: Labor, Birth, Pushing & Postpartum Preparation
Our Private Birth Class: Part One is a comprehensive, in-depth childbirth education class designed to prepare you for labor, birth, pushing, and the critical first six weeks of postpartum. This private, in-person class provides personalized education, hands-on practice, and practical tools to help you feel confident, informed, and supported going into birth and early parenthood.
We typically teach this class on a weekday and it lasts anywhere from 2-3 hours.
Understanding Labor & Birth
We begin by helping you understand how to know when you are in labor and what to expect as labor progresses. Topics include:
Signs of early labor and active labor
The phases and stages of labor and how to recognize them
When to stay home and when to head to the hospital or birth center
Differences between local birthing hospitals and common birth settings
What is normal vs. when to seek medical guidance
Coping Techniques for Labor
This class places a strong emphasis on coping strategies for labor, helping you feel prepared for every stage. We cover and practice:
Physical, emotional, and mental coping techniques
Movement, breathing, positioning, and comfort measures
Partner support and hands-on techniques
Pain management options and comfort tools
Practicing labor and birth positions together
Pushing & Birth Preparation
We spend dedicated time preparing you for the pushing phase of labor, including:
How pushing works and what to expect
Different pushing positions and techniques
Guided practice to help you feel confident and prepared
How to work with your body and care team during birth
Postpartum Preparation: The First 6 Weeks
A significant portion of this class focuses on postpartum education and planning, ensuring you feel supported beyond birth. Topics include:
What the first six weeks postpartum really look like
Physical and emotional recovery after birth
Mental and physical postpartum preparation
Building a postpartum support team and care plan
How to set realistic expectations for rest, healing, and support
Why Choose a Private Childbirth Class?
One-on-one education tailored to your unique birth preferences
Hands-on practice in a private, comfortable setting
Led by experienced birth educators and mothers
Ideal for first-time parents or those seeking a refresher
This private childbirth and postpartum class pairs seamlessly with Private Class Part Two: Newborn Care & Breastfeeding, creating a well-rounded, supportive birth education experience from labor through early parenthood.
Before Booking
A short phone consult is required before scheduling to make sure our private class is the right fit for your family. This gives us a chance to connect and support you well from the start.
About Your Educator
We are a small team of two birth educators, Megan and Taylor. Your private class will be led by one of us. While we can’t guarantee a specific educator, both of us are trained in all class content and have over 7 years of experience supporting families through pregnancy, birth, and the early postpartum period.
Private Birth Class – Part One: Labor, Birth, Pushing & Postpartum Preparation
Our Private Birth Class: Part One is a comprehensive, in-depth childbirth education class designed to prepare you for labor, birth, pushing, and the critical first six weeks of postpartum. This private, in-person class provides personalized education, hands-on practice, and practical tools to help you feel confident, informed, and supported going into birth and early parenthood.
We typically teach this class on a weekday and it lasts anywhere from 2-3 hours.
Understanding Labor & Birth
We begin by helping you understand how to know when you are in labor and what to expect as labor progresses. Topics include:
Signs of early labor and active labor
The phases and stages of labor and how to recognize them
When to stay home and when to head to the hospital or birth center
Differences between local birthing hospitals and common birth settings
What is normal vs. when to seek medical guidance
Coping Techniques for Labor
This class places a strong emphasis on coping strategies for labor, helping you feel prepared for every stage. We cover and practice:
Physical, emotional, and mental coping techniques
Movement, breathing, positioning, and comfort measures
Partner support and hands-on techniques
Pain management options and comfort tools
Practicing labor and birth positions together
Pushing & Birth Preparation
We spend dedicated time preparing you for the pushing phase of labor, including:
How pushing works and what to expect
Different pushing positions and techniques
Guided practice to help you feel confident and prepared
How to work with your body and care team during birth
Postpartum Preparation: The First 6 Weeks
A significant portion of this class focuses on postpartum education and planning, ensuring you feel supported beyond birth. Topics include:
What the first six weeks postpartum really look like
Physical and emotional recovery after birth
Mental and physical postpartum preparation
Building a postpartum support team and care plan
How to set realistic expectations for rest, healing, and support
Why Choose a Private Childbirth Class?
One-on-one education tailored to your unique birth preferences
Hands-on practice in a private, comfortable setting
Led by experienced birth educators and mothers
Ideal for first-time parents or those seeking a refresher
This private childbirth and postpartum class pairs seamlessly with Private Class Part Two: Newborn Care & Breastfeeding, creating a well-rounded, supportive birth education experience from labor through early parenthood.
Before Booking
A short phone consult is required before scheduling to make sure our private class is the right fit for your family. This gives us a chance to connect and support you well from the start.
About Your Educator
We are a small team of two birth educators, Megan and Taylor. Your private class will be led by one of us. While we can’t guarantee a specific educator, both of us are trained in all class content and have over 7 years of experience supporting families through pregnancy, birth, and the early postpartum period.