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Small Class Size
Twenty-one Years Experience
Come and meet other couples in
a warm, cozy atmosphere and have fun!
(805) 647-6633
LMeehan93003@aol.com
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You'll learn all about:
- Stages of Labor and the Birth Process
- Breathing and Relaxation
- Comfort Measures & Labor Coping Skills
- What to Expect
- Coaching and the Role of the Labor Companion
- Technology, Medication & Cesarean Birth
- Breastfeeding, Postpartum & Baby Care
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A new class begins every month, on either a
Monday or Tuesday night. We begin at 7pm
and end at 9pm. The classes are held in my
home in East Ventura, near the Century 16
Movie theatre.
- DVDs on breastfeeding and baby care
will be provided for you to borrow for
home viewing, allowing you to include
friends & family in your preparation for
life with your new baby.
- Printed information on different
aspects of breastfeeding and baby
care will be given out in every class.
Planning on an epidural?
Planning to have an epidural in labor does
not mean you don't need a birth class! How
will you cope before it is medically advisable
for you to have an epidural? What if you
arrive at the hospital too far advanced in your
labor to receive one? Learn how to work with
an epidural to minimize potential side effects
and have the best outcome. Besides, birth
classes cover many more topics beyond
medications, see the "Class Topics" page.
Everyone, regardless of your plans to have a natural or medicated birth, needs to prepare
for whatever Mother Nature may have in mind for you. Come to class and learn how to
cope with the most challenging yet rewarding day of your life!
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Upcoming class schedules:
Tuesday, September 9 to October 14
Monday, October 6 to November 10
Tuesday, November 4 to December 9
Monday, December 8 to January 26
(No class on December 22 or 29)
Class Fees:
The fee for the group class is $125.00. A $25 deposit reserves your space in class. The
additional $100 can be paid in full on the first night, or you can pay $50 on the first night
and $50 at the fourth class. You can pay with a check or cash or use your credit card thru
PayPal, go to www.paypal.com and use this email: LMeehan93003@aol.com .
Video Classes:
I also offer Video Childbirth Classes, which consist of a presentation similar to the group
class, except it is on videotape, so you simply pick up the tape and all the handouts that
come with each class and watch the tape at home. This works well for anyone unable to
attend typical weeknight classes, or as a refresher course, as you can sign up for all eight
classes or just a few, depending on your need. Video classes are $10 per class or $80 for
the entire series. As a refresher course many take 5 or 6 classes at $50 or $60.
Birth Class In A Bag:
My third program is Birth Class In A Bag, which consists of all the handouts I give out in my
entire series, plus numerous pregnancy, childbirth and parenting magazines, samples, and
coupons. It is a fun collection of goodies! The fee for Birth Class In A Bag is $25.00.
Crash Course:
Crash Course - a limited program (call to check on availability) is the Crash Course. This
program consists of a commercially produced childbirth education video or DVD plus a number
of childbirth education magazines and one workbook. You purchase this program and keep
everything. If you have only a few weeks left or the pick up / drop off of the video program
would be a hassle, this program is best for you. The fee for the Crash Course is $50.00.
Background/Philosophy:
I began teaching in 1987 after certifying with the AAHCC (Bradley), but I have not been
associated with that organization for a long time. I am a big fan of Penny Simkin. I stress
abdominal breathing over breathing patterns. My classes stress beginning with the natural
things, like walking, showering, and position changes plus many other comfort measures.
If you do not get the results you need from the natural tools, then the more medical tools
are appropriate. I teach how to be politely assertive and how to make informed choices.
Click on the FAQs, Class Topics, Contact Lilly and/or Comments buttons above for much
more information. Please call or email for any additional information or to register.
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