What topics should childbirth classes cover?
Make sure the classes you sign up for covers as many of the following topics as possible: • The physiology of pregnancy (how your body changes and why, and how you can cope with some of the common discomforts of pregnancy • The basic elements of prenatal care (your doctors role in caring for you and your baby as well as the tests technology during pregnancy and labor) • The psychological and emotional experience of giving birth • What is involved in delivering vaginally and through a C-section • Relaxation and or breathing techniques • Laboring positions that can reduce pain or help your labor to progress • The role of pain relief during labor • Tips on getting breastfeeding off to a good start • Advice on caring for your newborn • Advice on choosing a pediatrician • The lowdown on what postpartum period is really like • Breastfeeding techniques • Films and videos on actual vaginal and C-section births so that you are better prepared on what is to come • The chance to tour the hospital
