Childbirth Education

Birth Bound Childbirth Preparation Group Classes: cultivating confidence in childbirth

Join Laurie Vaughn and local midwife Nicole Lavallee to talk everything birth. Whether you are planning a hospital, birthing center or home birth, it is essential to be empowered through education. We can’t wait to come alongside you through your pregnancy in support and encouragement. These classes will equip each mother and her partner with knowledge of the birth process, realistic expectations, and decision making tools to have a successful pregnancy, labor, birth and postpartum period. The curriculum includes six sessions with lots of hands on learning, demonstrations and discussion. Some topics covered in the classes are:

·      Overview of Pregnancy

·  Proper nutrition and exercise

·      Relaxation and breathing techniques

·      The Partner’s role

·      Create a birth plan and learn birth options

·      Signs and stages of labor

·      Comfort measures and coping techniques

·      Variations and unexpected situations

·      Postpartum and newborn care

·      Tips for successful Breastfeeding

Classes will be held every first and third Thursday evening at 6:30 pm at Seacoast Church West Ashley campus (2049 Savannah Hwy, Charleston, SC 29407). Contact Laurie for details. This class is free to all, and anyone can attend so feel free to bring anyone else who is supporting you through this journey. Husbands, partners and doulas are encouraged to participate. Hope you can join us!

Private Childbirth Preparation Classes: A more intimate and personal version of the group classes held in your home and tailored to your specific needs. This option consists of three 1.5 hour classes and costs $200.