Birthing Classes
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BIRTHING Classes
Asked by L.A. from New York
on June 10, 2010
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Ladies:
First timer here. Hubby has the summer off from grad school. I thought to get the birthing classes done and out of the way b/f he's back to class.
I ca...
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- We took the Bradley method classes and while I would have been comfortable forgoing classes because i knew I'd probably be having a c-section, my hubby wanted to go. ...
- I agree it is early.......but, call the hospital you are going to deliver at.........tell them why you want to take it now.......see if they can recommend someplace th...
- They aren't worth it. Read your baby books and your fine. Every labor and delivery is so different that those classes couldn't possibly prepare you. If you understand ...
Birthing Classes
Asked by E.S. from Richland
on March 23, 2011
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I keep getting told that it is time to sign up for a birthing class before they all fill up. I have heard mixed commentary on these classes though. Some people say the...
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- I took a class before my 1st (I have 3). I am very glad I did - I learned about all kinds of things that might be done in the case that something might go wrong, and s...
- I didn't go to any birthing classes and had no problems during the actual delivery. The nurses guided me through the whole process really well. I probably wouldn't t...
- I'm glad I took the class and wish I had done a "refresher" for my second. Even almost 14 years later I still use the breathing and focusing techniques to get me thro...
Birthing Classes?
Asked by A.F. from Eugene
on October 31, 2007
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I'm pregnant with my first child. How many mom's have taken these so called birthing classes and have it help? I'm not wanting to pay $60 for something like this, so...
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- A., you've received some very good information and advice. One mother mentioned WIC. If you're eligible for WIC they will also provide vouchers for nutritious food f...
- A., Ultimately you want to be fully educated on options and basic knowledge. Things don't always go according to plan so understanding that and having the general k...
- We paid for the Birthing class up at OHSU out of pocket. It took a weekend, all day Saturday & Sunday. Both of us were dreading the time, stressed about the money, b...
Childbirth Preparation Dvd's
Asked by C.S. from New York
on May 16, 2008
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Hi,
The childbirth class my hospital offers is charging $300 for the class! I'd like a cheaper alternative and was looking into whether a DVD would be a good replacem...
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- Hudson Valley Hospital has a GREAT class for about $150. It's more important for the hubbies to go (you've done lots of reading and are educating yourself - the husba...
- Well, there have been babies coming into this world way before there were classes for them. Honestly, class give you an idea, but once your in labor you go into whate...
- Labor of Love DVD is good. Much cheaper than the hospital classes. The instructor explains everything well and isn't preachy about any one particular philosophy.
Did You Take Birthing Classes?
Asked by K.S. from Charlotte
on January 22, 2007
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My husband and I are debating taking birthing classes. I have read a lot about the labor, delivery, and birth. I would love to hear from anyone that had a vaginal bir...
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- When I had my babys they were both vaginal deliverys. the birthing classes helped me because I didn't use Pain medications. It showed me other ways to control the pain...
- I took the birthing classes and ended up having an emergency C-Section -- lots of good those classes did me...I was having contractions prior to - but no pushing...you...
- My fiance and I did not take any birthing classes. We just had our 1st baby on Nov. 7, 2006. I had tried to read up on the process and ask lots of questions about la...
Looking for Birthing Classes on the UWS
Asked by J.R. from New York
on July 10, 2009
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Hi,
I have gotten such great advice from all of you the last few times I asked a question! Thanks. Now that we found a great midwife, I need to find a birthing class....
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- Hey there, It has been a while since I had my first baby (24 years to be exact) but when I was pregnant with him I attended the birhting Center on 92nd street between...
- Congrats J., If your looking for a good birthing class contact Roosevelt Hospital. That's where my daughter in-law went and it was an experience that was great for...
- Check out prenatalyogacenter.com. Aside from prenatal yoga, they offer all kinds of classes, including birthing classes, infant CPR, etc. The studio is on 72nd b/w B...
Birthing Classes Worth It?
Asked by K.H. from Phoenix
on November 13, 2009
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My husband and I are first time parents-to-be and are due in April. We're talking over the option of attending birthing classes right now and aren't sure if we want to...
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- I just had my baby and my husband and I decided not to take the class because it kind of freaked us out and we knew there would be videos. Read a book like what to exp...
- The class my husband and I attended was great. Yes, a lot of it was the same things I read in books or online but it was nice to have an RN there to clarify things and...
- I say yes to any class you can get whether it be at the hospital or not. Even if you can find the info in books, hands on classes make the information easier to under...
Seeking Advice for Birthing Classes
Asked by S.E. from McAllen
on September 23, 2006
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is it important to enroll in a birthing class?what's he best birthing method?
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- Congratulations on your pregnancy. Definatly birthing classes are worthwhile. It helped alot and it was a great experience for both myself and my husband. I had a m...
- I recommend fully researching the effects of an epidural before deciding to get one. Epidurals can cause problems that can be worse than the pain of childbirth. I go...
- As a childbirth instructor I do believe classes are very important. A good birth experience is the key. If you are educated and have good support then you increase y...
Seeking Birthing Classes
Asked by R.F. from Detroit
on May 6, 2009
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I'm trying to find a place where I can get birthing classes besides Crittenton and St. Joe's Pontiac. The dates they have available my husband has to work. I'm tryin...
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- Our OB offered a one day option and at that time it was offered once a month. They are at Providence Hospital - the OB office is Associates in OBGYN in Providence Par...
- I completly understand why you want to take a birthing class but I was very disapointed in the class I took. They covered EVERYTHING in such a short amount of time th...
- I had a terrific instructor who did Lamaze with my husband and I. She does it out of her home and is very flexible, I bet she would be willing to do a few classes tog...
Birthing Classes near Mountain View
Asked by B.F. from San Francisco
on January 10, 2008
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Can anyone recommend a good place to take birthing classes? Thank you!
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- Blossom Birth is wonderful. If you want to work privately with a midwife, I highly recommend Ronnie Falcao in Mountain View. She is a homebirth midwife who assisted me...
- Hi, we went to birthing classes in Sunnyvale and Mt View through camino medical group. You should check out thier website. They also offer a tour of the hospital if yo...
- El Camino Hospital has a good birthing class and also other baby care classes for parents to be. Congratulations and good luck
