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"Rachel actually taught me WHAT to do when I gave birth. She taught me the importance of practicing for this
"event" and also helped me see what an important and mysterious role my baby plays in the birth.
With this, I could drop into a level of acceptance and surrender that I now know is possible."
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This comprehensive childbirth education class will put you at ease, build your confidence and get you excited for the experience of giving birth.
HypnoBirthing is a method of childbirth preparation that teaches women and their birth partners techniques
of hypnosis, relaxation, visualization, and breathing in order to have a safer, calmer, and more positive birthing experience.
This preparation promotes a deeper connection between partners, a joyful anticipation of bringing your baby into the world, and a commitment to focusing
on birth as normal, natural and safe.
First-time parents are welcome, as are second time parents who wish to have a better experience.
In addition to the usual topics covered in a childbirth education class such as stages of labor, special circumstances, birth plans, and routine procedures,
you will also learn:
relaxation and self-hypnosis techniques to strengthen your confidence, calm your body and mind, and increase your comfort during birth.
the body's natural process during labor in order to work with your body instead of against it.
how to reduce or eliminate the fear and pain that unnecessarily accompany birth.
to use affirmations to promote a positive response in your birthing body.
Each class in the series has a particular theme:
Self Reliance: Looking inward for strength and understanding yourself
Anatomy and physiology of birth: Why relaxation is so important
Breath: What happens during labor and how to use your breath
Logistics: what kind of care will you receive during and after the birth and when interventions are therapeutic
Practice: Connecting with yourself and your partner and putting all the techniques to use
Details:
Four classes for a total of 16 hours.
$335 per couple, $60 for materials (HB book, 3 cds, and packet)
Class size limited to 10 couples.
Taught at The Jewish Community Center of San Francisco,
3200 California St. SF, CA 94115 (Cross street is Presidio)
Class is most appropriate for families planning to hire a doula and/or homebirth midwife.
Please start the class between 24 - 32 weeks of pregnancy
Please read Ina May's Guide to Childbirth by Ina May Gaskin
April Series (4 dates in SF) (FULL - email Rachel to be waitlisted)
You are due between May 18th and July 31st
Tuesday 4/6, from 6pm to 9:15pm
Tuesday 4/13, from 6pm to 9:15pm
Tuesday 4/20, from 6pm to 9:15pm
Sunday, 4/25, 2pm to 8pm with an hour for dinner
May Series (4 dates in SF)
You are due between June 10th and August 25th
Tuesday 5/4, from 6pm to 9:15pm
Tuesday 5/11, from 6pm to 9:15pm
Tuesday 5/18, from 6pm to 9:15pm
Sunday, 5/23, 2pm to 8pm with an hour for dinner
Jne Series (4 dates in SF)
You are due between July 15th and September 30th
Tuesday 6/8, from 6pm to 9:15pm
Tuesday 6/15, from 6pm to 9:15pm
Tuesday 6/22, from 6pm to 9:15pm
Sunday, 6/27, 2pm to 8pm with an hour for dinner
To receive a registration form please email
rachel@one-moon.com with your full name, baby’s estimated due date, phone number, birthing location, and name of doula and midwife/doctor.
If you have questions or would like more information, please call Rachel during business hours at 415-383-8419.
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