 Birthing
From Within® Childbirth Preparation Classes
Sue will not be
mentoring group classes in the next couple of months
due to unexpected water damage in her mentoring space. She is
available for private classes, however. Please contact Sue directly
by
email or by calling 954-612-3888.
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This
is a 6-week series class, meeting for approximately 2 1/2 hours each class.
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 the group series class is $175 per couple 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.
To
reserve your space call 954-612-3888 or e-mail Sue at
bfwmentor@birthlabyrinth.com
Please
don't let inability to pay deter you from these
fantastic classes! Let's work something out!!
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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 $250
payable by cash, check, money order or PayPal on or before the first class.
Make checks payable to Suzanne Schumerth.
Our Philosophical
Assumptions & Guiding Principles
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Childbirth is a profound rite of passage, not
a medical event (even when medical care is part of the birth).
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The essence of
childbirth preparation is self-discovery, not assimilating obstetric
information.
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The mentor,
who guides you through these classes, is "midwife" to the parents'
discovery process not the expert from whom wisdom flows.
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Childbirth
preparation is a continually evolving process (for parents and
mentors), not a static structure of techniques and knowledge.
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Parents'
individual needs and differences determine class content.
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Active,
creative self-expression is critical to childbirth preparation.
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The purpose of
childbirth preparation is to prepare mothers to give
birth-in-awareness, not to achieve a specific birth outcome.
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Pregnancy and
birth outcome are influenced by a variety of factors, but cannot
be controlled by planning.
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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.
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Parents
deserve support for any birth option, which might be right for them
(whether it be drugs, cesarean, hospital, birth center or home
birth).
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Pain is an
inevitable part of childbirth, yet much can be done to ease
suffering through learning effective pain-coping skills.
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Pain-coping
practices work best when integrated into daily life, rather than
"dusted off" for labor.
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Fathers and
birth companions help best as birth guardians or loving partners,
not as coaches; they also need support.
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For parents,
pregnancy, birth, and postpartum is a time of continuous learning
and adjustment; holistic support and education should be available
throughout that period.
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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
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