Attain a wide variety of labor support techniques. Receive breastfeeding information and support. Have access to informational reprints, handouts and videos. Have access to a doula service. During the course, there is a thorough and complete discussion of both non-pharmacological pain management techniques and anesthesia options.
Some parents strongly desire an unmedicated birth while others never consider it.
We encourage families to set their own goals and obtain a knowledge of all alternatives in childbirth and dialogue with their attendant. This not only builds confidence for the birthing mom, but also greatly increases the possibility of a positive birth experience. This aspect of birth is most important. A cesarean birth can be just as positive an experience as a vaginal birth and cesarean preparation is included in the classes. It is just as important to know many of the techniques learned in class to help control pain following surgery.