Classes and Workshops
Power of Birth offers several Private Classes to fit your schedule. We come to your home and will teach one on one or to a group of your friends. Our classes are truly tailored to the needs of the participants and will allow time to answer your questions.
- Please call us to register at 212.226.2656
Childbirth Preparation Classes in New York City
 Childbirth preparation classes cover basic anatomy and physiology of pregnancy, labor and birth. We teach labor comfort techniques and discuss the emotional and physical challenges facing new parents. The class will discuss what normal birth looks like and will practice pain coping comfort measures. You will graduate with a true understanding of birth and a greater trust of the birthing process. This class also touches upon newborn care and breastfeeding . Partners are welcome and encouraged to attend. $350.00
Classes are set to your needs and schedule. You may call to schedule a class during the day, evening or on the weekend. 212-226-2656
Breastfeeding and Baby Care Class
Our Breastfeeding and Baby Care class offers the most up to date breastfeeding and newborn care information. This class is an in depth look at the first weeks home with your baby. Discussion covers what to expect and how to care for your newborn during the first few weeks of life. We also talk about how to set yourself up for breastfeeding success. Discussion on the first few weeks postpartum for the entire family is emphasized.
Class price is $150
Topics covered include:
- Transition into parenthood with real life advice about the first few weeks postpartum
- Cord care
- Circumcision risks and benefits
- BurpingSoothing skills
- DiaperingTemperature taking
- Bathing and Swaddling
- Benefits of Breastfeeding
- Correct latch instruction and explanation
- What to expect physically and emotionally before and after your milk comes in
- How to know when to feed your baby
- Strategies to set yourself up for successful breastfeeding and how to avoid complications
Classes are set to your needs and schedule. You may call to schedule a class during the day, evening or on the weekend. 212-226-2656
VBAC Class
Participants will have an opportunity to review past birth experiences and to discuss what they would like to change or keep the same. We will explore the importance of provider support for VBAC and learn and practice coping and communication skills for working with labor and common VBAC protocols. Attending this class is a great way to connect with families that may have had similar experiences.
Class: $200.00
Classes are set to your needs and schedule. You may call to schedule a class during the day, evening or on the weekend. 212-226-2656
Refresher Childbirth Prep Class
This class is for those who would like to revisit labor basics and consider a new approach for the next birth experience. Participants will have the opportunity to share about their previous births and discuss what worked well and their vision for change. We will learn and practice comfort measures and techniques and discuss how second and subsequent labors/births are different from first ones. We will also explore what physical changes to expect during the postpartum course. Preparing siblings of various ages and helping the family adjust to the newest addition will be emphasized.
$200.00
Classes are set to your needs and schedule. You may call to schedule a class during the day, evening or on the weekend. 212-226-2656
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