Birthing
From Within® Childbirth Preparation Classes
Unfortunately, Sue is not
offering Birthing From Within
childbirth classes for the remainder of 2008, so she can
focus on her family. She will begin mentoring again in
January 2009. If you would like to attend a Birthing From
Within childbirth class, you may contact Linda Wilson in
Miami through her
website
This
is a 6-week series class, meeting for 2 hours each consecutive Saturday for 6 weeks.
These classes are based on the book, Birthing From Within: An Extra-Ordinary Guide to Childbirth Preparation by Pam England CNM, MA & Rob Horowitz, Ph.D. You may purchase the book at class. Cost is $20.00. To purchase the book before class please contact me.
Fee for class is $150 for the 6-week series payable by check, cash, money order or PayPal. Pay on or before first class. Make checks payable to Suzanne Schumerth. Send PayPal funds to bfwmentor@birthlabyrinth.com
To reserve your space call 954-612-3888 or e-mail Sue at bfwmentor@birthlabyrinth.com
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I also offer private series classes in your home. This is ideal if you are close to your due-ish date or if you prefer one-on-one mentoring. Fee for private classes is $200 payable by cash, check, money order or PayPal on or before the first class. Make checks payable to Suzanne Schumerth. Send PayPal funds to bfwmentor@birthlabyrinth.com
Our Philosophical
Assumptions & Guiding Principles
- Childbirth is a profound rite of passage, not a medical event (even when medical care is part of the birth).
- The essence of childbirth preparation is self-discovery, not assimilating obstetric information.
- The mentor, who guides you through these classes, is "midwife" to the parents' discovery process not the expert from whom wisdom flows.
- Childbirth preparation is a continually evolving process (for parents and mentors), not a static structure of techniques and knowledge.
- Parents' individual needs and differences determine class content.
- Active, creative self-expression is critical to childbirth preparation.
- The purpose of childbirth preparation is to prepare mothers to give birth-in-awareness, not to achieve a specific birth outcome.
- Pregnancy and birth outcome are influenced by a variety of factors, but cannot be controlled by planning.
- In order to help parents mobilize their coping resources, it is critical for childbirth classes to acknowledge that unexpected, unwelcome events may happen during labor.
- Parents deserve support for any birth option, which might be right for them (whether it be drugs, cesarean, hospital, birth center or home birth).
- Pain is an inevitable part of childbirth, yet much can be done to ease suffering through learning effective pain-coping skills.
- Pain-coping practices work best when integrated into daily life, rather than "dusted off" for labor.
- Fathers and birth companions help best as birth guardians or loving partners, not as coaches; they also need support.
- For parents, pregnancy, birth, and postpartum is a time of continuous learning and adjustment; holistic support and education should be available throughout that period.
- Childbirth preparation is also parent preparation.
You can experience a mindful, spiritual birth in any setting. Birthing – in – awareness can be a transformative, spiritual experience. Learn meditative practices to quiet & calm the mind & body during birth & parenting.
The profound mystery and spirituality of birth can never be understood with the mind; they are known through the heart. It is this knowing from the heart which is critical for women in preparing for their rite of passage. BIRTHING FROM WITHIN's multi-sensory approach has evolved to help women and their partners make that journey in awareness, and with heightened confidence.
For more information on BIRTHING FROM WITHIN please visit our website: www.birthingfromwithin.com
Sue Schumerth
Birthing From Within® Mentor
954-612-3888
bfwmentor@birthlabyrinth.com