Childbirth Education


Advantages of Childbirth Education

  • Gain greater confidence regarding your pregnancy, labor, delivery, breastfeeding, and the initial weeks of parenting
  • Make well-informed decisions about your care
  • Take advantage of the chance to involve your partner or support person in this parenting adventure


Topics Covered in Childbirth Education

All group sessions are tailored to equip participants (and their support person) with the essential knowledge needed to navigate late pregnancy, labor, delivery, and lactation.


We'll explore a variety of subjects, including: 


  • Signs of labor and when to head to the hospital 
  • The progression of labor and delivery 
  • Support techniques during labor and delivery 
  • Effective coping strategies for labor 
  • Medical options for pain relief 
  • Understanding breastfeeding  and lactation
  • Community resources available for families


Upcoming Dates


We hold monthly group Childbirth Education in the greater Boston area. Currently, offering classes in Westford, MA. For details on our next session, visit https://www.roudenbush.org/. We also provide private and semi-private Childbirth Education classes at your home. Contact us to discuss availability.