Home Birth Class Thursdays Pomegranate

Service Description

Planning a home birth is a beautiful way to welcome your baby — surrounded by the familiar comfort of your own space and the people you love. This two-day class is designed for families preparing to give birth at home. You’ll learn what to expect, how to prepare your space, and how to feel calm and confident throughout the process. Whether this is your first baby or your fifth, this class will help you deepen your trust in birth and your body while offering practical tools for labour, birth, and the early hours with your newborn. This series will be run at Pomegranate Community Midwives Clinic in East Vancouver. What makes Birth by Bloom a good choice for your childbirth classes? ✫ Small class size ensures personal attention for each couple. We limit our classes to 6-8 couples per group. ✫ What to expect during a home birth and who will be there. ✫ Setting up your space — comfort, lighting, supplies, and flow. ✫ Understanding the stages of labour and how the body works best. ✫ Comfort measures for labour: breath, touch, movement, water, and mindset. ✫ The role of partners and support people. ✫ When and how midwives monitor and support you. ✫ Understanding when a hospital transfer may be needed and what that looks like. ✫ Prepare for labour by learning and practicing pain-coping strategies and hands-on support techniques. ✫ Creating a supportive, positive environment at home and hospital. ✫ Exploring birth fears and informed consent. Helping you get excited to give birth. ✫ Birth plan preparation and outline. ✫How to build your community and get support. Price: $150 + GST for 1 couple Who This Class Is For: This class is ideal for families planning a home birth with midwives, or those interested in understanding what home birth entails before making their decision. Partners and support people are warmly encouraged to attend. Location: Pomegranate Community Midwives Clinic is located in the Hastings-Sunrise area of Vancouver with plenty of easy parking. 2647 E Hastings St, Vancouver, BC.