~ Prenatal / Childbirth Education to help you birth normally, more comfortably and with confidence ~

All of the classes I offer are individualised to meet your needs and concerns. There is ample time in class for discussion and practising skills.

A two hour Preconception class is a wonderful gift that you can give your yet-to -be-conceived baby. Every baby deserves the very best beginning as well as to move into a healthy environment. By planning ahead and preparing for your baby before you conceive, you can help to ensure a normal pregnancy and healthy baby.

The Early Pregnancy class will give you the knowledge and skills you need to move through your pregnancy comfortably and healthily. Your growing baby is extremely sensitive to his or her environment and what happens while baby is growing inside you has a life long impact. 

A One Night Wonder class is a intensive session focusing on relaxation and other comfort techniques for birth. This can be tailored to your learning needs. 

If you have had a baby before, consider attending a Refresher class series. You know the “nuts and bolts’ of birthing but would like to review and practice comfort skills. Perhaps there were things in your previous birth(s) that you would like to change this time. Introducing another baby into the family requires some adjustments. Find out how to ease the transition. 

Have you had a Cesarean birth? A VBAC class looks at the special concerns you may have as you prepare for this birth. The Lamaze paper Elective Cesarean Surgery Versus Planned Vaginal Birth: What Are the Consequences? will give you some useful information as does the International Cesarean Awareness Network, ican-online.org. 

A Cesarean Birth class series is for those of you who know that you will need to birth this way. Come learn about choices; ways to be calm, comfortable, and healthy before, during and after birth; and breastfeeding tips. If you are wondering about asking for a Caesarean birth I encourage you to read The Problem with a ˜Maternal Request' Cesarean and Elective Cesarean Surgery Versus Planned Vaginal Birth: What Are the Consequences?

Your 3 - 5 year old child will enjoy a two hour Sibling Preparation Class in which we talk about the arrival of the baby, what a newborn can do and becoming a big brother or sister. A quick visit to Cowichan District Hospital’s maternity ward is included.

In the Grandparents class we look at current birth and child rearing practices. Many things have changed since we had our babies and knowing what is happening now can help you in supporting the new family.  There is time to discuss your concerns and anxieties. You will be amazed to find out what we know about the unborn baby and how you can bond with him or her now. For those babysitting moments you will discover the “5 S’s” to calm a fussy baby.

Childbirth classes teach you skills for life, not just one day. They are an investment in your future.

I provide ongoing support to all my families.

Childbirth classes make a great gift for the expectant family.

Most classes are taught in my home, however I can come to your home if necessary.

Private classes are available for $50 an hour.

I look forward to talking with you - call me, or e-mail now.

Mary Hebden (250) 748-8493

Kiarra meeting Savannah