Childbirth & Breastfeeding Education

The “Nea Onnim” is an adinkra symbol meaning knowledge. To the Akan people of Ghana it symbolizing life-long education and the continued quest for knowledge. As a childbirth educator I seek to empower people through education.

Childbirth Education

Did you know 80% of birthing people feel fear, anxiety, and doubt regarding their ability to give birth?

Let’s face it, the unknown is intimidating or even scary but just like the old saying goes, knowledge is power! The more you educate yourself, the more confident you become. The more you understand your birthing rights, and options the more empowered you become. That more you understand that this is a full body experience going beyond physical changes and into the mental and spiritual parts of your soul the more attuned you become. Altogether Birthing You Childbirth Education Course leaves you and your birth team ready to embrace the journey before you.

As a Childbirth Educator I won’t let the fear of the unknown and what if’s keep you from being empowered. Together, with your support person rather it be a romantic partner, family member or friend we will go back to the communal days of birthing when people came together to support and pour wisdom into one another. You will learn about the innate abilities of the body and how birth partners can best support someone during birth and the postpartum period.

This journey is not just about the birth of a child but the birth of you as you step into your new identity! You hold the power to shape your birth and postpartum experience so let’s work through the clutter, experiences you’ve heard, previous birth trauma and unknowns to prepare your mind, body and spirit for it!

Birthing You 6 Week Course Outline:

*Classes typically held virtually with in-person learning for select sessions with hands on activities for families in the St. Louis Metro Area

Week 1: Birthing You Foundations

Week 2: Stages of Labor

Week 3: Comfort Measures

Week 4: Navigating Policy & Procedure

Week 5: Preparing for the what if’s

Week 6: All about the Postpartum

Private 1:1 Fee: $300

Breastfeeding Education

As a Certified Lactation Consultant, I am here to provide knowledge about infant feeding even before your baby arrives so you and your support team know what to expect. Together, we will go through infant feeding basics and break down any myths you may have heard about. Those burning questions like, how to know if my baby is getting enough milk, when to start pumping, what if it hurts etc. will all be covered in this 1:1 90 min session. You will learn about local and national resources so no matter where you are you can have support if needed to feed your baby.

Birthing You 1-Day Virtual Breastfeeding Class Outline:

Topic 1: How milk supply really works

Topic 2: Diving Into Common Concerns

Topic 3: Identifying Red Flags and When to reach out for Help

Topic 4: How to get baby to latch on & Bottle Feeding

Topic 5: Your Nutrition & Wellbeing’s Role

Private 1:1 90 min Fee: $75

*Group rate and schedule coming soon!

Questions families often ask about perinatal education

Have another question? Ask away!

Nope! My classes are open to everyone, whether you’re working with me, another doula, or don’t have a doula.
Since my course runs 6 weeks, I recommend starting around or before 26 to 30 weeks of pregnancy. That way you finish a few weeks before your due date, with time to practice what you learned. If you’re further along, reach out anyway and we’ll find a way to get you ready.
Yes, and I highly recommend it! Your partner, a family member, or a close friend will learn comfort measures, what to expect, and how to speak up for you. That way they can show up for you with confidence on the big day. Bring whoever will be in the room with you.