Welcome to our Lesbian based Childbirth & Postpartum class series. In our class series, all content, interaction and activities are designed for lesbian families. Whether you choose a home birth, a hospital birth, or birth in a birthing center, you and your partner will have a safe space to be open and are fully recognized as the parents-to-be. You will have a wonderful, comfortable and warm environment to connect as gay parents and parents-to-be in this 3-week series. Context of material include various forms of childbirth education and relaxation techniques allowing you to find a method that suites you both. Unlike other preparation series that separate childbirth and postpartum, we will cover both extensively. I believe your postpartum recovery is extremely important and is properly prepared for which can decrease the onset postpartum depression. Healthy mom, baby, and family is a celebration and a sacred experience.

Classes are held Saturday and Sunday mornings 9-2pm.

Week 1 Fundamentals of Childbirth.

Week 2 Breast-feeding, Lactation, Newborn Care, Infant /Child CPR & First Aid.

Week 3, Postpartum Recovery and Preparation

 

Food, snacks, and beverages are provided each class. Class schedule is available upon request. Fee per couple is $325 which includes a $25 materials fee. Other supports can attend at $25 per person- 2 person limit per couple due to space.  Please contact Niccole Murray at 510.461.8299 to be added to the list of interested participants.