This class is designed for parents who are new to the Lamaze method. Together we will cover:
- Anatomy review
- When to call the doctor or midwife
- When to come to the hospital
or birthing center - Hospital care – what it does and
doesn't cover in today's world - Pain management – with and
without medication - How to create a customized and
realistic birth plan - Identifying your immediate physical
needs after birth
- Anatomy review
- Effacement and dilation – what do
they mean for you - Guided imagery - its role now and later
- Real labor vs. false labor
- Medical interventions – understanding
them and how to minimize them - What you need to do before you come
to the hospital or birthing center
