Gary Poster, with essential assists from Galyn Norwood, Phiroon Phihakendr, Jose Quijada, Pavandeep Kalra. Steer clear of any class with ten or more couples.
Classes generally begin around the sixth month and run six to eight weeks.
But a shorter, intense course may be best if you're pressed for time. Even if you've decided to forgo pain relief, you still should be informed about your options. Make sure that the class also spends some time discussing c-sections in depth. Whether your partner wants to be a coach or to wait it out on the sidelines, the program should match both of your expectations. Copyright 2001, The Parenting Group.