Why should you complete childbirth education courses?
When you think of childbirth education courses, you probably picture pregnant women heeing and hooing all over the place with a frazzled birth companion behind them yelling "breathe, breathe!".
Well, those aren't the types of classes I'm talking about. I wouldn't attend those either. I'm talking about a comprehensive childbirth education curriculum that teaches you the when, where, why and how of childbirth - from choosing a care provider to handling complications in birthing.
So then, why should you complete these types of childbirth education courses?
Well, read on to find out!
Top 5 Reasons to Complete Childbirth Education Courses
5. Less risk of c-section
- Did you know that more education has been shown to reduce the risk of a c-section? By being fully informed on birth, you can reduce the causes that lead to a c-section.
4. Fewer complications
- Did you know that most interventions,including fetal monitoring, iv use, pushing on your back and induction are NOT evidence-based. In fact, these
practices more often lead to increased discomfort and can cause birth complications, including a malpositioned baby, fetal distress, need for forceps or vacuum extraction, and even the need for a c-section ensure that you use the best techniques for the safest, smoothest birth possible.
3. Reduced need for interventions
- Did you know that more childbirth education leads to fewer complications during birth? When you know what actions help and hinder your birth, you can
ensure that you use the best techniques for the safest, smoothest birth possible.
2. Shorter overall labor time
- Did you know that increased education can make the whole birth go faster and smoother? By educating yourself on how to manage each stage of birthing, you can shorten the time it takes to hold that baby in your arms.
1. Less pain and better recovery
- Did you know that the best way to have a smooth, comfortable birth without drugs is through childbirth education? Education helps eliminate your fears and anxieties which can cause pain and tension during birth. You will learn all the techniques you need to make your birth a comfortable one, even without using drugs which aren't safe for you or the baby. You'll also gain a shorter recovery which means more quality time to spend with your new baby!
- Did you know that more education has been shown to reduce the risk of a c-section? By being fully informed on birth, you can reduce the causes that lead to a c-section.
4. Fewer complications
- Did you know that most interventions,including fetal monitoring, iv use, pushing on your back and induction are NOT evidence-based. In fact, these
practices more often lead to increased discomfort and can cause birth complications, including a malpositioned baby, fetal distress, need for forceps or vacuum extraction, and even the need for a c-section ensure that you use the best techniques for the safest, smoothest birth possible.
3. Reduced need for interventions
- Did you know that more childbirth education leads to fewer complications during birth? When you know what actions help and hinder your birth, you can
ensure that you use the best techniques for the safest, smoothest birth possible.
2. Shorter overall labor time
- Did you know that increased education can make the whole birth go faster and smoother? By educating yourself on how to manage each stage of birthing, you can shorten the time it takes to hold that baby in your arms.
1. Less pain and better recovery
- Did you know that the best way to have a smooth, comfortable birth without drugs is through childbirth education? Education helps eliminate your fears and anxieties which can cause pain and tension during birth. You will learn all the techniques you need to make your birth a comfortable one, even without using drugs which aren't safe for you or the baby. You'll also gain a shorter recovery which means more quality time to spend with your new baby!
So, how do I find such childbirth education courses?
Not all childbirth education courses are created equally. I do not recommend taking a hospital-sponsored class. They do NOT focus on teaching you the techniques you need for a smoother, more comfortable birth. Instead, their focus is a run-down of hospital procedures, some of which they shouldn't even use! (and all of which you can refuse if you want!).
The drawback of quality childbirth education is cost. Some of the best programs, such as Bradley, Hypnobabies, or Hypnobirthing, are very costly, especially when you'll also be incurring the expense of raising your child. It can also be difficult to locate an instructor in your area.
A great alternative is Online Childbirth Education.
The drawback of quality childbirth education is cost. Some of the best programs, such as Bradley, Hypnobabies, or Hypnobirthing, are very costly, especially when you'll also be incurring the expense of raising your child. It can also be difficult to locate an instructor in your area.
A great alternative is Online Childbirth Education.
What is Online Childbirth Education?
Online Childbirth Education are childbirth classes held over the internet rather than going to a hospital or in someone's home.
They are an affordable, convenient solution for those who work or don't have access to quality classes.
They are an affordable, convenient solution for those who work or don't have access to quality classes.
- Online Childbirth Classes
- Birthright: Online Childbirth Education is the program I recommend for expectant parents. It's a comprehensive 14 lesson childbirth program. Links and passwords for the lessons are sent via email over 7 weeks. The beauty of this program is that it can also be self-paced. Even though lessons are sent over 7 weeks, you can access them or print at any time to receive the full benefit.
There is no frustration in trying to take notes or remember what your instructor said - it's all right there in the lessons.
This program also includes a Birthing Workbook with activities for each lesson and a childbirth vocabulary pack to ensure you know the lingo of childbirth.
It's a complete childbirth education program that gives you the tools you need to prepare for the safest, easier birth experience - for you and your baby. - Table of Contents
- Check out the link above to view the full table of contents for the course.
As you will see, if you need it, it's in there!
If you have more questions about whether online childbirth education is right for you, visit the Online Childbirth Classes FAQ.
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