I plan on using medication, how will a natural childbirth class be of benefit?
Childbirth education is not only for those seeking natural childbirth; this education is a vital part of your experience as a parent. Parents choosing medicated births need just as much guidance in the choices they have and the events that will unfold. They should become knowledgeable on their medication options – including the risks and benefits that these can have. They need to understand how one intervention can be a starting point for a cascade of other interventions, and how medications affect their ability to birth as well as the short and long term affects the medications will have on themselves and their baby. We want to be sure that every couple is able to choose options with true informed consent and confidence that they are making the best decision for themselves and their family. However, given the correct guidance, most mothers who are planning a medicated birth will build the confidence they need to know their body is made for natural childbirth, and decide to only use me
