Episode 22: Childbirth Education

Taking a childbirth education class is helpful, but for many, it’s also essential for feeling prepared for labor and birth.

A good class should cover the basics, like understanding the natural signs and stages of labor, and recognizing important red flags that could signal the need for medical attention. It’s also vital to learn about the labor process itself. What’s happening in your body, how to make decisions along the way, and what options are available to you. Because yes, you do have choices!

Childbirth education is about helping you gain the tools to approach labor with less fear and more confidence. It’s about learning what’s normal, what questions to ask, and how to advocate for yourself and your baby. Whether you’re planning a hospital birth, birth center delivery, or home birth, this information will help you feel empowered, more confident, and in control of what can feel like an out-of-control experience.

Education is the foundation for a positive birth experience. Tune in and learn how to take the first step toward a more informed, confident, and supported birth.