Childbirth Education

Not your typical childbirth class, we explore the how, when and why of pregnancy, labor and the postpartum period. Currently offering private, in home childbirth education customized to what YOU want to know.

Topics that can be covered include an in depth prenatal planning session, labor and birth anatomy and process, role of a partner/support, non-medicated comfort measures, medical options for pain relief, labor and pushing positions, interventions, tips for navigating your hospital of choice specifically and the initial postpartum period with you and your baby. 

Depending on your subject choices, the class can range from 2 hours, 5 hours or a full day (or broken up into 3 week, 2.5 hour sessions). Pricing depends on package booked, $150-350.

Have a group of pregnant friends? Inquire about private group classes.

Prenatal & Postpartum Yoga

Gather your friends or practice on your own, FYJB’s prenatal/postpartum yoga classes are catered to your style and fit level. Experienced with how the body changes throughout pregnancy, your yoga instructor will modify classes to fit your body type, pregnancy and goals. Sessions include breathing, activity and mindfulness that help you with your fitness during your pregnancy as well as actions and practices that can be used in the labor room and when coping with the stresses of parenthood.

Each class is 60 minutes in length and can be reserved to fit your schedule. Pricing depends on number of classes booked.

Labor Doula Services

Complimentary initial consultation: An initial consultation (over the phone or via video chat) to discuss your birth preferences, doula care service options and any initial questions you may have.

Once hired, FYJB is available for unlimited phone and email access and on-call 24/7 for you should you go into labor at any time. 

:: Prenatal, Labor and Postpartum ::

Prenatal: Up to 2 hours of a one on one consultation in which you and your doula discuss your hopes, desires and fears for your upcoming delivery. Assistance with formulating a birth plan and various comfort measures to employ while at home and the hospital. 

Labor: In person labor support for the duration of your need and/or at least 1 hour after the birth of your baby. Informational, physical and emotional support will be provided throughout. 

Postpartum: Up to 2 hours of postpartum care either at the hospital or at your home within 2 weeks of your delivery. The postpartum visit involves reviewing the birth, discussing pain management, lactation support, feeding issues, referrals to local resources, celebrate successes and help with your overall transition to parenthood. 

$2000, Childbirth Education students receive a 10% discount on labor doula fee.

FYJB also provides bereavement doula services in the event of a loss at any stage in your pregnancy. Please send an inquiry for more details if needed.

FYJB provides nonjudgmental support with the end goal being a positive birth experience to get you started off on the right foot.