Labour preparation class

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LABOUR PREPARATION

Learn things you never knew about labor and delivery: You'll find out how to identify the signs of labor and what happens to your body as your baby makes his or her way into the world.
Address your fears: You'll have the chance to talk about your fears with other women who probably share the same concerns. The instructor can dispel myths and help put your mind at ease.
Connect with your partner or labor coach. The classes offer your partner or labor coach the chance to understand childbirth, too — as well as how to support you during labor.
Discuss options for handling pain. You'll practice various comfort measures for coping with contractions, such as breathing techniques, relaxation, visualization and positions - various natural methods that might help in dealing with pain and shortening the duration of labor. Classes will also cover the pros and cons of common medications.
Get the basics on medical interventions and possible complications. Find out how routine interventions can influence the course of labor.
Learn the importance of initiating breastfeeding within the first hour of birth.