Services:

Private Class/Tour: 

The private prenatal class option is designed for the family that cannot make it to regular prenatal classes or just feels more comfortable discussing this topic in the privacy of their own home. This course will be tailored to you depending on your needs and areas of interest.

To register for this class contact Wendy Muir at 250-768-2562 or cell: 250-801-5004

An inventory of class needs will be taken during the first few minutes of the class.  Possible topics include: 

• the anatomy and physiology of birth
• the process of labour
• emotions of labour
• birth in our culture
• birth memories and satisfaction
• pain theories
• physiology of pain in labour
• comfort measures
• movement and positioning for birth
• supporting the woman in labour
• birth planning- yes or no?
• defining your ideal birth

• informed decision making
• the six care practices that promote normal birth
• medical procedures and interventions
• the newborn at birth
• newborn needs, appearance, and capabilities
• physical care and safety for your newborn
• breastfeeding, bonding and attachment
• parenting styles
• postpartum mother care
• postpartum adjustment disorders
• community resources for new parents 

Cost for this private course is $30.00 per hour (including travel time) for mother and one support person. If you know another couple that is also interested in joining you the cost is $10.00 more per hour for each extra couple.

• Extra support people, $5.00 each
• Recommend adults only