Jenny David labor doula, childbirth educator, certified breastfeeding counselor 602-670-4762 jenny@valleychildbirth.com home what is a doula?/FAQs doula services breastfeeding support about jenny recommended reading recommended resources

childbirth education      I am a provisionally Affiliated Bradley Method® Childbirth Instructor Serving the Metro Phoenix area since 2004      Bradley classes are specifically designed to help prepare you for natural, unmedicated birth and establishment of breastfeeding.      Preparation is the key. Bradley Method® classes offer information on staying low –risk, on excellent nutrition, physical conditioning and mental preparation, and emphasize the importance of a loving, committed coach.      The Bradley Method® Teaches and Endorses the Following: Natural Childbirth Active participation by the partner as coach Excellent nutrition (The foundation of a healthy pregnancy) Avoidance of drugs during pregnancy, birth, and breastfeeding, unless absolutely necessary. Thorough training: Weekly classes starting in the 6th month, continuing until birth. Relaxation and natural breathing as keys to reducing pain in labor ”Focusing in” and working with your body Immediate and continuous contact with your new baby Breastfeeding, beginning at birth Wise consumerism and positive communications Preparing for unexpected situations such as cesarean or emergency childbirth       Although each class has a specific topic that is covered in detail, each class also covers nutrition, exercise, positive communication, and coaching. A different relaxation technique will be demonstrated and assigned for practice each week. Most classes feature a video presentation. (This is the curriculum covered in a Bradley® series. While all topics will be covered in your class series, it may not be presented in this order) ~Class 1: Introduction to the Bradley Method® Philosophy, goals, staying healthy and low risk, pain in labor ~Class 2: Nutrition in Pregnancy (Click here for the Brewer Pregnancy Diet) Nutrition is key to staying healthy and low risk, introduction to breastfeeding ~ Class 3: Pregnancy Physiology of pregnancy, anatomy, birth choices ~ Class 4: The Coach’s Role Coaching during pregnancy, importance of natural childbirth, bonding, father’s role in breastfeeding, drugs, myths, & birthing ~ Class 5: Introduction to First Stage Labor: How your body works in first stage, stressing respect for the natural process and examining built-in safeguards for you and baby, basic coaching techniques, how to practice, standard hospital procedures ~ Class 6: Introduction to Second Stage Labor How your body works in 2nd stage, natural alignment plateau, basic pushing techniques and positions, brief discussion of 3rd stage ~ Class 7: Planning your Birth Consumer information, writing a birth plan, positive communication with birth team, doulas, 1st stage labor rehearsal ~ Class 8: Variations & Complications/ Postpartum Preparation Discussion of various complications, which may arise including, C-sections, how to handle interventions, taking care of mom after baby is born ~Class 9: Advanced First Stage Techniques Advanced coaching techniques including comfort measures, positions, labor rehearsal, role playing ~ Class 10: Advanced Second Stage Techniques Advanced labor rehearsal, more on 2nd stage, and review ~ Class 11: Being a Great Coach/ Are You Ready? B.E.S.T techniques for labor and birth, comprehensive review, emergency childbirth, what is labor, anyway? ~ Class 12: Preparing for your New Family Newborn care, attachment parenting, more on breastfeeding Current Schedule & Fees      Classes are held at my home in Chandler, just off the 101 Freeway near Chandler Mall, which is easy to reach from anywhere in the valley. Space is limited to 8 couples. Enrollment is on a first-come, first-served basis. Be sure to contact me as early as possible to complete your registration.      Class Series starting June 1, 2008, Sundays 6:00 – 8:00 PM: Space still available      Class series starting Sept. 7, 2008, Sundays 6:00 – 8:00 PM Space still available      Small group or private classes are available on a limited basis for those unable to join a standard class due to timing or scheduling conflicts. Additional fees apply. Call me for information! Course Fees & Terms      Total fee: $300      A nonrefundable deposit of $50 is due upon registration to hold your space in class. The balance of $250 is due on the first night of class, unless other arrangements have been made. If you need to pay in installments, I am happy to make arrangements with you, just let me know upon enrolling in class.      If you have a hardship or special situation, please call me and we can discuss alternative arrangements~ I don’t want to turn anyone away if you are truly committed to a natural birth and the cost would prevent you from taking Bradley classes. For more information on The Bradley Method®, for an international listing of instructors or to contact the American Academy of Husband-Coached Childbirth® directly, please contact: The Bradley Method® Box 5224 Sherman Oaks, CA 91413-5224 (800) 4-A-BIRTH or (818) 788-6662 www.bradleybirth.com