Giving Birth 101: A Modern, Holistic Approach to Labor & Birth

Taught by Shelby Smith, Birth Doula & Holistic Health Practitioner

This empowering childbirth education course is designed to help you approach birth with knowledge, confidence, and calm. Giving Birth 101 blends evidence-based information with a holistic approach, loosely inspired by the Lamaze philosophy, to help you trust your body’s innate wisdom and prepare for a positive birth experience.

You’ll learn:
✨ The stages of labor — what’s happening in your body and how to support it
✨ Breathing, relaxation, and comfort techniques for each stage
✨ Partner support and hands-on tools for labor
✨ Natural and medical pain relief options
✨ Creating a peaceful birth environment wherever you deliver
✨ The golden hour, early postpartum recovery, and newborn basics

This class is ideal for first-time parents, those seeking a refresher, or anyone wanting a mindful and informed birth experience. Whether you’re planning a hospital, home, or birth center delivery, you’ll leave feeling prepared, supported, and confident.