ANN ARBOR BIRTHING CLASSES

Q: Do I need to take a class?

The more you know, the better prepared and less fearful you will be. Knowledge is power!

Q: When should I take your birthing class?

You can take the class at any time during your pregnancy but the second trimester is a great spot. You are usually still comfortable and have energy, and it will prepare you for your in-person meeting with you birth doula team!

Q: My hospital offers a class. Will that cover what I need to know?

Most hospital classes cover hospital protocol and what the average “managed” birth looks like as opposed to how informed and intuitive birth can be. They also usually do not cover the entire perinatal period. Our classes give a more comprehensive look at all of your options.

Q: Are your classes covered by insurance?

Generally, any childbirth classes are not covered by insurance, but you can check with your FSA or HSA about reimbursement eligibility.

All you need to know in a fun and interactive setting! Our Ann Arbor birthing classes cover childbirth, newborn care, postpartum recovery, feeding support and SO MUCH MORE!

Class Series: Offered monthly, and includes one evening (two hours) in a virtual setting + one full day (six hours) of in-person learning. This blended approach allows for in-depth coverage of every subject matter, comfortable learning from your home, interactive, hands-on learning in-person, and connection with other expecting parents.

Class Series Cost: $290 (for birth doula clients, $230)

We’re passionate about education!

Join Us for a Group Birthing Class in Ann Arbor, MI

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Finding Your Ideal Care Provider – Do They Match Your Values?
Navigating Online Information – To Google or Not to Google?
Informed Consent and Refusal – Know Your Rights
Prepare for Pregnancy and Labor – Practical Steps, Flexibility, and Patience
The Golden Hour – Immediate Postpartum Benefits for You and Your Baby
Lactation and Feeding – Trusting Your Choices and Instincts
Postpartum Family Support – Taking Care of Your Physical and Emotional Well-Being
Newborn Care – Now What? Essential Tips for New Parents
Putting it All Together – Creating Your Birth and Postpartum Plans

QUESTIONS ABOUT OUR CHILDBIRTH CLASSES?

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Why take a birthing class?

Think of our childbirth class as the 101 on all things related to pregnancy, childbirth, postpartum, and newborn care, so you can go on this journey with more confidence!

Do I need to take a class?

When should I take your birthing class?

My hospital offers a class. Will that cover what I need to know?

Are your classes covered by insurance?

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"Thank you all for this amazing series! We learned so much and got a ton of new information out of this class. You were all so well-informed and made the material very easy to follow. Thank you so much for your time and energy in putting this together and for offering this as a service. We will do our best to advertise to others in the community about this class and the Ann Arbor Doulas."

~Natalie & Andy

MEET OUR CHILDBIRTH EDUCATORS

Keana Lofton

Birth Doula , Childbirth Educator , Community Breastfeeding Specialist (CBS) , Postpartum Doula

Stephanie Julian

Birth Doula , Childbirth Educator , Postpartum Doula

“Whenever and however you intend to give birth, your experience will impact your emotions, your mind, your body and your spirit for the rest of your life.”

– Ina May Gaskin

Support a friend or family member with a gift certificate!

Looking for a unique & incredibly helpful gift? Our gift certificates allow you to surprise them with the Ann Arbor Doulas service of their choice, including childbirth education classes, birth doula support, placenta encapsulation, tinctures and prints, and postpartum doula services.

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FOR THE ULTIMATE PREGNANCY, LABOR, & POSTPARTUM EXPERIENCE!