ONLINE: Sunday March 21, 2-4:30 pm.
Teacher: Rebecca Henry
Cost: $85/couple general; $60 for members.
Register here.
Becoming the Best Birth Partner: A hands on, yoga based, couples workshop to help prepare for labor.
What is this Workshop About?
Many of the postures and breathing techniques practiced in prenatal yoga classes are not only natural birthing positions, but can also serve as comfort during pregnancy and labor. This is especially effective with additional support and pressure from the hands of a loving partner.
Women often intuitively know what positions serve them best during labor, but partners are often at a loss of how best they can help them move between and support them in these positions. Natural labor progression is always enhanced when a mom feels supported and comforted by the people surrounding her. This workshop will focus on teaching birth partners how they can take an active, physical role in the pregnancy, labor and birth process, and therefore be a more relaxing presence for mom.
What will we Learn?
Working with both mom and partner, Rebecca will show birth partners how to guide, and support the
No yoga experience necessary, please wear comfortable clothing you can move in.
Anyone who is supporting a woman during labor is a birth partner (parents, siblings, friends, romantic partners) – couples of any kind are welcome
Cost: $85/couple general; $60 for members.