Childbirth Classes in Chicagoland
Childbirth classes are so important! Research shows that attending a childbirth class during pregnancy lowers rates of elective inductions and early labor admissions. It is also shown to increase feelings of empowerment and satisfaction surrounding the birth.
I recommend ALL my doula clients take some type of childbirth education class. Here are a few of my favorite options in the Chicago metro area and also the Chicago suburbs.
The Elgin Doula Online Childbirth Classes
Included in my doula package, ALL clients get access to my 3-hour comprehensive childbirth class. My class is based on the Lamaze 6 Healthy Birth Practices. I aim to be exciting, encouraging, and evidence-based. No matter what type of birth you’re planning, this class will give you the education and preparation you need to have a positive birth!!
I also have the Happy Hospital Birth bundle available online which includes everything high-risk clients need to know about inductions, c-sections, birth advocacy, and setting the mood in their hospital room!
And don’t forget to check out my FREE mini-class called Epidural Essentials. It includes EVERYTHING you need to know to make a confident decision about epidural pain relief for your unique birth.
Spinning Babies® Parent Class in Hoffman Estates, IL & Chicago, IL
My dear friend & fellow doula, Rebekkah Carney teaches a 3-hour class focused on how to prepare your body for labor. She teaches various movements and stretches, plus different positions that will help move your baby through the pelvis in labor. Spinning Babies® Parent Class highlights your baby’s active role in birth.
The Bradley Method with Julie Parache in Chicago, IL
Julie teaches a 12-week Bradley Method class taught over Zoom. This is an extensive class featuring everything from nutrition and exercise, labor positions, natural coping measures, and postpartum wellbeing. It’s perfect for more traditional couples who want to learn ALL THE THINGS!
Kick Ass Birth in Chicago, IL
Several of my younger doula clients have taken Holly’s class and LOVED it. She teaches both a one-day in-person intensive class and a 3-week in-person series. Parents can choose the format that works best for them. This is the perfect class for untraditional or younger couples who aren’t afraid of a little sass during class! Use code “igotafriend” to get $50 off your registration.