A super-fun program designed for YOU. 2 synchronous 2.5 hour classes, 4 synchronous Zoom calls + online content over 6 weeks.

About this Event

Looking for a childbirth class with the flexibility of learning online, AND personalized support and encouragement from a skilled instructor?

Get empowered with a Childbirth Class you and your partner will LOVE!

Start learning evidence-based info today—register now!

Want to take this program but this schedule doesn't work for you? Email mj@CenterSong.com and we'll set you up with a private class that DOES work for your schedule/estimated due date.

Listen to what some of the first students of the Evidence Based Birth® Childbirth Class have had to say:

“This class is a total game changer for us. I’d heard negative stories…I was scared and very on edge. Then once we started taking the class, and when we learned about interventions that I was apprehensive about… It brought us together in that [my partner] understood birth more, and I understood it more. And as soon as I went into labor, we were on. We were a team.”

“I really appreciated how informative it was. I knew a lot about the biology of birth and babies, but what we learned was just very impressive. It was a really good experience—fairly chill, fairly laid-back, and not nearly as stressful and awkward as I thought it might be. All the information—I never would’ve thought there was that much information out there!”

"Great instructor! Definitely recommend."

“Very informative.”

When you take the Evidence Based Birth® Childbirth Class, you will:

• Get mentored by your own Evidence Based Birth® Instructor!

• Learn about evidence-based care, comfort measures, and advocacy

• Get prepared, get answers, get empowered!

Your Childbirth Class includes:

• Mentorship from Maura Jo Lynch experienced EBB Instructor

• Two synchronous (2.5 hour) classes to practice your labor skills

• Five weeks' worth of online videos for you and your partner to watch together over a three week period

• Three synchronous Zoom calls

• BONUS: Breastfeeding and newborn care videos

• BONUS: Four video chats with your Instructor and classmates!

• BONUS: Earn points throughout the class to redeem for prizes at the end!

Ready to Get Empowered? Register for Your Class Now!

Spots in each class are limited (6 couples per class), do not wait to schedule.

A Message from Maura Jo, Connecticut-based EBB Instructor

I started teaching childbirth education in 2007 and have taught a number of programs both independently and in the hospital setting at three different hospitals and there is NOTHING else like the Evidence Based Birth® Childbirth Class on the market. Add to it with the Hypnosis, Mindset and Mindfulness Module and you have the best possible preparation I have seen in all my years in this field. This program teaches Comfort (so birthing can feel better), Advocacy (SO important right now and a great skill for parenting too), and Evidence (so you know how to get optimal care for yourself, whatever the circumstances), with synchronous Mentorship every week of the program! Plus, you get to do the weekly assignments at your own pace AND earn points to redeem for fun little prizes at the end of our last class meeting. My goal is to mentor folks through the journey to empower and prepare*themselves* for birth and parenthood (and make it fun). I look forward to guiding you through practicing comfort measures and relaxation skills, getting evidence-based care, and learning advocacy skills that you need to prepare for parenthood.

These are the topics we’ll cover that will help you and your birth partner prepare for birth!

How your Partner can be your Advocate

Evidence Based Care

Overcoming Fears and Anxieties

Comfort Measures

Stages of Labor

Navigating the Healthcare System

Providers (Models of Care)

Support

Doulas

Communicating with Hospital Staff

Know your Rights

Interventions

Pain Coping Tools (Pain Relief)

Labor Rehearsal

Postpartum Discussion

Newborn Procedures

Baby Care & Breastfeeding Overview

Will I Learn how to have a Natural (Physiologic) Birth?

Evidence Based Birth® believes that every person has their own unique path. Instead of focusing on medicated vs. unmedicated birth, we focus on giving you tools and helping you learn the evidence and how to navigate your care, so that you can make your own informed decisions! This program provides a strong emphasis on non-drug (physiologic) techniques for the birthing room, because they have no side effects and can be used by everyone, with or without medications.

At the end of this class, you will have all the tools you need to create your optimal labor and birth experience. If you want a physiologic birth, this class will give you basic mindset skills (relaxation) and physical techniques you need. If you're looking for more, select the ticket with the Hypnosis, Mindset and Mindfulness Module included for additional mindset skills to keep comfortable, calm and confident during your birthing time!

We’ll cover how you can be prepared for any curveballs that might come your way on your big day, too!

Class Format: Online and Zoom Call

In the interest of everyone's health and well-being, at this time, all classes will be held online via Zoom call.

Week 1: Our first class jumps right in with orientation information, getting set you up for your online weekly learning and we cover some really key information about the process of birth!

Weeks 2 - 4: Zoom calls will be 1.5 hours each and will be a discussion of the week's videos and exercises. Remember, for every program video you watch, and for each practice session you do on your own, you’ll earn points towards fun prizes! You’ll have access to the Instructor during weekly Zoom sessions (video chat).

Week 5: Complete your video sessions and take the additional Hypnosis, Mindset and Mindfulness module if you've selected that add-on. Use this week to earn all your extra points before our last session!

Week 6: Our final class puts all the skills together and you get to select your prizes based on the points you've earned. Keep in touch when the baby arrives and we can set up a reunion call!!

Register today and let's get started!

What are the registration options?

Both standard and deluxe tickets include all classes, weekly Zoom video chats with your Instructor, access to your lessons online at the Evidence Based Birth® Academy, a PDF library, and 3 months of access to the online resources.

Deluxe tickets also include the Hypnosis, Mindsest and Mindfulness module for additional brain training skills, additional 3 months access to the online resources and a complimentary one-hour consultation with your Instructor to discuss your goals.

One ticket is good for both the pregnant parent and their chosen support person. Your doula is also invited to attend our final session if you have already hired doula (the doulas who are members of Center Song's network are especially welcomed and if you need to book a call to discuss these doula options, just reach out:) )!

If you are a birth professional (doula, childbirth educator, physician, etc) who wants to audit this Childbirth Class: Great! Limited seats may be available for audit, fee applies. Email mj@CenterSong.com to inquire.

Standard Ticket: $500.00

Deluxe Ticket: $ 600.00

Early bird discount and scholarships may be available.

Need a payment plan or looking for Virtual Doula Support? Please contact Maura Jo directly (mj@CenterSong.com), for arrangements, if available. This course is included in Maura Jo's doula packages at no additional cost and virtual doula sponsorships may be available. Discounts for Virtual Doula Support packages available to BIPOC, LGBTQ+ and Homebirth Families, email for details!

Inclusion Policy:

Evidence Based Birth® is committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming environment for pregnant persons of any age, religion, race, sexual identity, gender identity, or relationship status.

Refund Policy:

Your payment reserves a spot in the class and is non-refundable, but tickets are transferable to another family with one week's notice and approval from Maura Jo. If you find yourself ill the day of a live class, observe what you can via Zoom and be sure your partner is prepared to take notes so you can review the information.

*Your instructor is an active doula, and if a client needs her virtual support during our scheduled class time, she will reach out to you as soon as possible to reschedule.

Questions:

If you have questions, just email me at mj@CenterSong.com. I'd be happy to discuss things further!