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When looking for an in person class...

JCWhiteyJCWhitey member
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If you searched your community and found someone that did "a natural birth",  but it wasn't one of the popular, well-known "brands" (Hypnobabies, Hypnobirthing, Bradley, etc.) would you still consider going?  I'm living in a very small but very NB-friendly community (the only hospital here doesn't even offer epis or inductions) but there are no classes available.  I am in a position where I could get certification and really do some good here.  I'm already getting my pre/post natal yoga certification and will start teaching that this January, hopefully.  But when I look at the big name courses they all require in-person classes and workshops.  I can't do that since no one will ever come to my extremely isolated neck of the woods.  But I found a few that do offer online courses and will certify me.  It costs a pretty penny, like the rest of them, but I'm thinking it might be worth it, assuming the lack of brand name doesn't scare people away.  WWYD?

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Re: When looking for an in person class...

  • margaritachikitamargaritachikita member
    My good friend just taught a "generic" natural birth class that was well attended and received. I dont think it matters as long as you are somewhat qualified and arent charging an arm and a leg for it. I would go for it!!!
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  • margaritachikitamargaritachikita member
    She took training to become lamaze certified but never actually completed certification before teaching the class (and did NOT advertise it as lamaze)
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  • marriedinaugustmarriedinaugust member
    My friend is a doula and teaches a "generic" natural birthing class and everyone loves it. It would not bother me at all. I did Bradley last time but would have been open to a no-name class if I could have found a reputable one.
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  • Jack&Jill86Jack&Jill86 member
    My husband and I are taking a natural birthing class with a Doula that is general education not "branded", we're really enjoying it and even if I had the option of taking a "branded" class I would have chosen this one.
    First time mom, due November 7 2014
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