They fear the process of childbirth, the pain, the lack of control, the unknown. They hope to find answers in childbirth classes. Whatever your reasons, attending a childbirth education class can be a wonderful experience. You spend time with other people anticipating the same life-changing event, gain a wealth of knowledge about what lies ahead, and learn new coping skills to help deal with the challenges of labor and birth. There are three basic philosophies for childbirth classes.
None promise a pain-free delivery.
But by using some of the techniques learned in class, you can minimize the level of pain and maximize the rewards of bringing new life into the world. He felt that educating mothers about childbirth reduced fear, which in turn reduced muscular tension and resulted in less pain. He also pioneered educating fathers and bringing them into the labor room. His ideas are still used today. Thank You, Dr. Lamaze .