
Village Birth Co-op
CURRENT CLASS OFFERINGS

AN ACTIVE APPROACH TO CHILDBIRTH
Weekend Intensive)
A dynamic, fun and experiential Childbirth Class that examines labor support techniques that really work. Exploring the joys and challenges of labor, this childbirth class empowers couples to labor and give birth in any setting. Working from the fundamental belief that labor is a natural process, this class helps women achieve a birth free from interference. We will also cover how to consciously use intervention when needed, how to acheive an active birth with an epidural, and what you might be faced with while in the hospital, birth center or at home. Newborn care and breastfeeding are covered as well.
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Claiming Your VBAC Birth (3 sessions)
Have you had a previous cesarean and exploring or hoping for a vaginal birth (VBAC)? These informative and intuitive sessions on preparing for a VBAC will provide a space for you to tell your birth story, begin to heal from any birth related trauma, help you explore your own readiness, discover the options available in the DC Metro Area (providers, locations) and provides nurturing coping skills to give you every chance for success. This class is for mama’s only. Personal support for couples is available as a complimentary private consultation.
CHILDBIRTH EDUCATION SERIES
Recommended for first-time parents or second-time parents who needing a refresher. Receive practical information on caring for your newborn covering: basic baby care, calming a fussy baby, resolving colic, feeding, sleeping, cord care, uncircumcised/circumcision care; bathing; natural newborn cues; natural remedies for common newborn concerns; holistic pediatricians and vaccines. This course includes the Happiest Baby on the Block curriculum and all parents receive a free DVD and soothing sounds CD.

YOUR HAPPIEST BABY (NEWBORN CARE CLASS)
This 4-week course will explore: Transition to parenthood & maintaining effective communication; Fetal Development: physical, psychosocial, and psycho-emotional; Growing and Healing; and Sacred 7 for a Healthy Pregnancy. This is a private course for couples. 

ACTIVE PARENTING
FROM THE START
Are you ready to learn?