Fear and anxiety is common...
... but it doesn't have to be normal for you. You can change that! So many negative stories and ideas exist about birth and it can seem terrifying.
Especially with the way birth is depicted in movies or television, it's no wonder why there is so much fear surrounding birth.
Here is the secret: birth is a normal physiological event and positive, calm births don't make for great TV.
You can have a satisfying birth experience; this course helps you find the answers that will get you there.
This class is for you if...
... You want an empowered, informed birth experience, Holistic Birth & Beyond's Holistic Prep for Birth Class will provide you the tools to set yourself up for exactly that.
... You like the idea of an on-demand class. This 12-module course is 100% online. You can pause, rewatch, and soak up the information at your own speed.
... You are looking for an evidence-based, trauma-informed, comprehensive birth preparation course.
... You find bonus content intriguing and like the idea of a fully holistic, whole-person approach to your preparation time.
This course is taught by Allison Morgan, an experienced certified birth & postpartum doula and certified childbirth educator.
Turn Fear into Power
The "fear of the unknown" is common; you aren't alone. This birth class will help you find the answers you need to turn fear into power.
Decrease Cesarean Birth Rates
Studies show that attending childbirth classes increases your likelihood of having a spontaneous vaginal birth by 28%.
Inform Your Intuition
Use the information and tools this class provides you to unlock your natural wisdom. You will build confidence in knowing more about birth and your body.
Holistic Prep for Birth Curriculum
Each module covers a wide variety of information to provide a multifaceted approach to your birth preparation education.
- Chiropractic Care & Pregnancy (13:29)
- Dogs and Newborns - The Power of Inclusion (6:09)
- Drops of Wisdom: Lactation Tips
- Gentle Yoga for Pregnancy (38:06)
- Meditation for Pregnancy (13:42)
- Newborn Sleep Tips (20:15)
- Perinatal Mood & Anxiety Disorders (26:22)
- General Nutrition in Pregnancy (22:13)
- Preparing Your Pelvic Floor for Labor
- Reclaiming the Postpartum, One Kitchen at a Time (24:08)
- Stress Management with Pregnancy (20:32)
- Top Tips from IBCLC Sara (18:53)
- What to Expect: 0-6 Weeks Postpartum (47:08)
Testimonials
"My husband and I took Allison's birth course and we loved it. In the end, she calmed many of my fears and helped me open up to the possibilities of what birth can really be like regardless of any potential emergencies or issues (which is what I think most couples focus on the most). My husband was also extremely happy that this course was straightforward and it was just long enough to go over everything."
-Kalaya
"I’m currently 12 weeks pregnant for my first child and feeling a little overwhelmed. I searched online for parenting classes and felt a sense a relief when I read your free First Trimester Road map. That’s when I knew I picked the right education center. I can’t wait to complete my course to help me be a mentally prepared first-time mom."
-Corey
"I want to thank you for making your birthing class available online! After taking this class and watching these videos, I really feel much more educated and prepared going into my second birth this time thanks to your class and education."
-Jessica
"My experience using Holistic Birth & Beyond was fantastic! I took the birthing class and used the placenta encapsulation service. The class was great; my husband and I felt truly prepared for any circumstance we would find ourselves in during my daughter's birth."
-Erin