Saturday from 9am-12pm Starting January 21st, 2011
(For Mid February-April Due Dates)
Hire Emmy as your doula and enjoy FREE tuition! ($200 value)
Each Class Series Offers...
~An educational student workbook
~Birth videos focusing on gentle birth, both emotionally and physically
~Weekly prizes for games, balanced nutrition, and exercise habits
~Access to my lending library of books, videos, and relaxation scripts
~Ample time for questions and open group discussion
~A fun and humorous environment
~A Handmade Graduation Blanket for your newest family member
A chance for couples to practice relaxation. A gently guided "Adult Quiet Time" teaches parents how to use the tense relax technique, de-stressing deep breathing, sense visualization, and positive affirmations to help labor progress in a natural and more comfortable way. Relaxation is the foundation for pain coping during labor- practice!
What students are saying...
"I wanted to write and say thank you for your class. I learned so much! I learned to trust D. and how to calm myself when pain and/or anxiety try and take me over. I love when he puts his hands on my belly and says, "it's baby love time!" and starts talking to her. I almost always have panic attacks at the dentist, but at my last cleaning (a week or two ago) I was able to get through just fine with breathing and relaxation- very motivated by your saying that baby feels everything I feel, magnified. Fear and uncertainty have been replaced with confidence and excitement. Your class is one of the most precious times D. and I have spent together." ~ EW
"Oh my gosh, Emmy! You cracked us up! J. and I learned SO much these last few weeks, and FINALLY I feel like I am ready to tackle labor and birth! THANK YOU!" ~PJ
"Thank you for a totally unique childbirth class. I started the series scared and unsure I would even birth my baby without passing out in fear! After your entertaining and engaging discussions and encouraging us to trust in my body, I ended up birthing our daughter after 17 hours of labor and NO DRUGS! My husband is still in shock at how awesome I did! Thank you for being such a huge part of the most important moment in our lives. We'll definitely be taking a class with you for our second!" ~BM
"Funny, down to earth, and entertaining- loved "Labor Theatre" and you acting out the stages of labor as a pregnant mom! Loved winning prizes for my exercises- I was the master at squatting! Will recommend your classes to all my pregnant friends." ~TB
"As a dad, I didn't really have any expectations of class except to yawn a lot and wish I was home watching tv... after the first class, I found your humor and upbeat tempo kept me on my toes and looking forward to each class after! The 4 week classes are a must for guys who don't want to sit through a boring or overly emotional childbirth series. I still love you, honey!!!" ~DD