The Labor + Birth Class is at the heart of Parent Craft, providing the essentials of what you need to know to prepare for labor, birth and beyond. We explore the fundamentals of labor and birth with an emphasis on how to promote an effective labor and navigate unexpected diversions. We develop a toolkit of techniques and resources to ready your nest and strengthen your partnerships at home and in the community as you prepare for this life-changing experience.
Topics discussed:
What is happening during labor and birth? What are the four stages?
Toolkit of techniques for labor support including: positions and movement, specific partner suggestions
Common interventions + medications; building trust with providers around these conversations
Identifying internal and external resources
The golden hour: initiating breastfeeding, newborn procedures
