Nascita Natural Childbirth Preparation classes are for both first-time parents as well as
experienced parents interested in a more natural approach this time around.
Our classes are unique. Taking a holistic approach, this course helps parents prepare for birth on
all levels: emotional, physical and spiritual, as well as helping to prepare new parents in the
fundamentals of:
• the basics of labor, postpartum, and newborn care
• pain coping techniques and practices
• solution-focused thinking and trouble-shooting
In addition, a Birthing a Family Natural Childbirth class also encourages new parents to think of
birth as a Rite of Passage. The course teaches techniques that enable parents
• to dig deep and develop their inner-resources for the challenges of parenting
• to prepare for the personal transformation of birth and parenting and partnering.
• to increase their confidence in the choices they face during pregnancy, labor, birth, with their
new baby(s) and as a new family
Our Natural Childbirth classes incorporate many
Our classes incorporate many multi-sensory experiences from discussion to journaling to
BirthArt to encourage parents to find answers to their questions about birth and parenting. The
course also uses Birthing From Within: An Extra-Ordinary Guide to Childbirth Preparation by
Pam England and Rob Horowitz as a reference and guide as well as Sheila Kitzinger's "The
Complete Book of Pregnancy and Childbirth" with suggested readings.
A new baby is a life changing event. A Birthing a Family Natural Childbirth class helps parents
prepare on all levels so when you are finally holding your new baby in your arms, you will be
confident, nurturing and be fully present as a new parent.