Choosing a Childbirth Prep ClassKnowledge is power! Feeling informed and prepared for your baby’s arrival can greatly improve your birth experience and increase confidence! Choose a childbirth class that fits your needs and equips you mentally, emotionally, and physically.
FAQs “When should I take a childbirth class?” It is recommended to complete ALL childbirth classes by the 37th week of pregnancy. “Which childbirth class is right for me? What’s the difference between the series?” Please see the chart below for an overview of our Childbirth Prep classes. Need more guidance? Send us an email and we'll be happy to help! “Will the class be recorded if I miss a session?” Blossom is unable to provide Zoom recordings for missed sessions, due to privacy and confidentiality concerns. Thank you for understanding. Please reference our Make Up Policy. |
ALL classes have shifted to a virtual classroom via Zoom unless specified otherwise.
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Full Childbirth Prep Series Classes
Class Name |
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Class Schedule |
Materials |
Description |
those unsure of their birth plans and want a practical approach that goes beyond what is typically covered in basic books or classes. |
12 hrs total offered via 3wk series (4hrs each) & 5 wk series (2.5hrs each) |
Digital Handouts |
Balanced between theory and practice, providing a true view of labor and delivery with its many variations and personal coping techniques. |
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Birthing parent(s) who are committed to avoiding medical interventions and wish to be supported by a partner. |
8 week series Meets 2.5-hr per week 20hrs total instruction |
$25 due to the instructor in addition to your registration fee. |
Simple and thorough techniques that enable the birthing person to channel one’s strength, confidence, and relaxed disposition when preparing for labor and birth. |
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are unable to attend a more in-depth class or very close to their due date |
One weekend Two 3-hr classes |
Class Handouts |
This is a general overview of the process of labor, common hospital procedures, and a brief intro to coping tools. |
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Birth After Cesarean Not available at the moment |
Have had one or more previous cesareans and wish to experience a vaginal birth or more positive repeat cesarean experience. |
One day 4-hr class |
Class Handouts |
Join others who have experienced a cesarean birth. This class is a labor and birth "refresher" with a specific VBAC focus. |
Those are leaning towards a hospital birth and wish to be prepared for what the birth experience in that setting entitles. Besides being a full Childbirth Prep Course, this series also has the objective to bring families together in a supportive unbiased environment. |
6-week series Meets 1.5 hr weekly Thursday evenings 9 hours total |
Digital handouts |
Join a group of expecting parents as we dive into everything you might experience during your time at the hospital. We’ll discuss how to prepare for birth, what to expect at each stage, all of your choices in labor, advocacy, and so much more. With this knowledge you will feel confident in your labor and as a new parent. Check out full class curriculum here. |
Supplemental Childbirth Prep
The classes below are not comprehensive childbirth classes and should not be taken without some kind of childbirth prep course.
Class Name |
Perfect for... |
Class Schedule |
Description |
those who may not have taken a childbirth class with their first child or those wanting to revisit the labor and birth process from an experienced perspective. |
One day 4-hr class |
Curriculum is shaped by the needs of the students |
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the birthing person that is focused on keeping their labor moving efficiently. |
One day 4-hr class |
Whether you are aiming for an unmedicated birth or planning an epidural, come learn numerous tools and options for navigating labor |
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want to achieve the best labor, birth and postpartum experience for their family. |
One day 3-hr class |
Come and have all of your questions answered confidentially by a professional labor support teacher |
