Hypnobirthing
This method of childbirth education was developed by Maria Mongan, and is growing in popularity and usage throughout the United States. The emphasis of the class is that of deep relaxation techniques. Focuses for the class will be the mind/emotion/body connection.
There will be a focus on breathing your baby down for birth, and birth plan preparation. Please sign up for this class in the fourth or fifth month of pregnancy so that there is ample time for practicing the techniques covered. The class is set up for both you and your birth companion, if you have a doula that you would like to attend in addition to your partner there will be a nominal additional charge.