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What birthing classes have you, or are you taking?
Hello,
I am new to this board and new to this concept. I actually went into this birth thinkng I would definately have an epideral, but after talking to my midwife she convinced me to read Ida May's book and now I am convinced I want everything to be as natural as possible. I am trying to get as much information as possible, and prepare myself. Do you have any suggestions for other books to check out?? Also, I am thinking about taking Bradley Method classes. I have heard great things, and was wondering what you guys have heard of experienced?
Thanks in advance!!
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Re: What birthing classes have you, or are you taking?
I did Hypnobirthing at the recommendation of a friend. It worked for me with my son. I used the methods I learned about to relax and stay calm during the process.
I read Ina May's guide, Your Best Birth by Ricki Lake, and Hypnobirthing: The Mongan Method by Marie Mongan. I also took a several week hypnobirthing class with an instructor.
I'm almost done with my Bradley classes and I've loved them. Hubby has learned a ton even though he doesn't read the workbook. I'm confident that he'll be a good advocate for me during labor. He really surprised me by speaking up in every class, answering questions, and giving his thoughts on various subjects. He's been way more involved than I thought he would. At first he went just to humor me but now he looks forward to the classes as much as I do. We always leave discussing something that was covered in class.
I liked Bradley because it really focuses on the dad or other support person being really involved in helping the mom. My feeling is Hubby was involved in creating this new life, he should be involved in it entering the world. I also like that it teaches non-medical coping techniques such as positioning, relaxation and focus.