Bringing New Life into the World
Offering childbirth education classes for expectant families
1586 S. 81st St, West Allis
Classes we offer:
Childbirth Education Series
Childbirth Education Series
Childbirth Education Series
Childbirth Education Series
Are you someone who is interested in learning it all in preparation for your upcoming birth? Then consider taking our six week childbirth education course (all of our classes) at either our Racine location or our Milwaukee location. This is a very comprehensive series that includes the following classes:
- Stages of Labor: In this class learn about each of the stages of labor: 1st stage (early labor, active labor, transition): expected dilation at each stage, contraction patterns, what to expect physically and emotionally 2nd stage: what to expect during pushing 3rd stage: the birth of the placenta 4th stage: what to expect in the immediate postpartum period.
- Medications and Medical Interventions: This class explains medications and medical interventions. Even if you are planning an un-medicated and/or un-intervention birth it is important to learn about the interventions that might be presented to you during your birthing time. In this class, you learn about the interventions, what you can do to avoid them, and how to make informed decisions for the best interest of you and your baby.
- Labor Support Techniques (Natural Comfort): This class is included in the all day express class, or can be taken separately, but does NOT include stages of labor, medications, medical interventions, etc. This class teaches both the expectant parent and the partner(s) techniques for comfort, helping to progress labor, and so much more. This class is geared towards individuals who want a natural birth, or for people who want to go as long as they can before getting medication, and will go over topics such as: Aromatherapy for labor and birth Acupressure points Breathing techniques Massage techniques and the various types of massage oils that are available (we will discuss the properties of different oils and compare their uses) Labor support positions for comfort as well as progressing labor Using a birth and peanut ball Rebozos Pushing positions How to cope with long labors and so much more class is very interactive so please come ready to move around…
- Postpartum Care and Recovery: This class includes what to expect during your postpartum period, including learning about normal recovery and how to care for yourself. You will also learn about warning signs to look for, perinatal mood disorders, and more.
- Newborn Care and Safety: This class goes over what to expect immediately after the birth of your baby including newborn procedures, normal newborn appearance, warning signs, how to care for your baby, and safety.
- Breastfeeding and Feeding Your Baby: This class helps to prepare you for your breastfeeding journey., and what to expect in those early hours, days and weeks. While breastfeeding is the main topic of this course we do talk a little bit about bottle feeding as well (for those parents who need to return to work or be separated from their baby for one reason or another. Specific topics included are: Anatomy of the breasts and how they make milk Benefits of breastfeeding Breastfeeding techniques (latch and positioning) Pumping and storing milk What to do when things aren't going as planned Introducing solid foods
Class length: 2-3 hrs per session
FEE FOR FULL GROUP SERIES: $400
FEE FOR PRIVATE CHILDBIRTH EDUCATION SERIES - $700 (please email to schedule private series)
Upcoming class dates:
- February 9, 16, 23 (9:00 am for this date), March 2, 9, 16 at 1 pm (0 spots left)
- April 12, 19, 26, May 3, 10, 17 at 5 pm (0 spots left
^Please note: I occasionally will attend births. In the event someone is giving birth during your scheduled class the class will be made up the following Sunday at 9 am
Individual group Classes
Stages of Labor
In this class learn about each of the stages of labor:
- 1st stage (early labor, active labor, transition): expected dilation at each stage, contraction patterns, what to expect physically and emotionally
- 2nd stage: what to expect during pushing
- 3rd stage: the birth of the placenta
- 4th stage: what to expect in the immediate postpartum period.
Class length: 2-3 hrs
PRIVATE CLASS FEE: $175 per class (please email to schedule private class)
GROUP CLASS FEE: $125 per class
Upcoming classes dates:
- April 12th at 5 pm (12spots left)
^Please note: I occasionally will attend births. In the event someone is giving birth during your scheduled class the class will be made up the following Saturday or Sunday.
Medications and Medical Interventions
This class explains medications and medical interventions. Even if you are planning an un-medicated and/or un-intervention birth it is important to learn about the interventions that might be presented to you during your birthing time. In this class, you learn about the interventions, what you can do to avoid them, and how to make informed decisions for the best interest of you and your baby.
Class length: 2-3 hrs
PRIVATE CLASS FEE: $175 per class (please email to schedule private class)
GROUP CLASS FEE: $125 per class
Upcoming class dates:
- April 19th at 5 pm (1 spot left)
^Please note: I occasionally will attend births. In the event someone is giving birth during your scheduled class the class will be made up the following Sunday at 9 am.
Labor Support Techniques (Natural Comfort Options)
This class is included in the all day express childbirth classes, or can be taken separately, but does NOT include stages of labor, medications, medical interventions, etc. This class teaches both the expectant parent and the partner(s) techniques for comfort, helping to progress labor, and so much more. This class is geared towards individuals who want a natural birth, or for people who want to go as long as they can before getting medication, and will go over topics such as:
- Aromatherapy for labor and birth
- Acupressure points
- Breathing techniques
- Massage techniques and the various types of massage oils that are available (we will discuss the properties of different oils and compare their uses)
- Labor support positions for comfort as well as progressing labor
- Using a birth and peanut ball
- Rebozos
- Pushing positions
- How to cope with long labors
- and so much more
This class is very interactive so please come ready to move around.
Class length: 2-3 hrs
PRIVATE CLASS FEE: $175 per class (please email to schedule private class)
GROUP CLASS FEE: $125 per class
Upcoming class dates:
- April 26th at 5 pm (2 spots left)
- May 4th at 5 pm (1 spot left)
^Please note: I occasionally will attend births. In the event someone is giving birth during your scheduled class the class will be made up the following Sunday at 9 am.
Postpartum Care and Recovery
This class includes what to expect during your postpartum period, including learning about normal recovery and how to care for yourself. You will also learn about warning signs to look for, perinatal mood disorders, and more.
Class length: 2-3 hrs
PRIVATE CLASS FEE: $175 per class (please email to schedule private class)
GROUP CLASS FEE: $125 per class
Upcoming class dates:
- May 3rd at 5 pm (2 spots left)
^Please note: I occasionally will attend births. In the event someone is giving birth during your scheduled class the class will be made up the following Sunday at 9 am.
Newborn Care And Safety
This class goes over what to expect immediately after the birth of your baby including newborn procedures, normal newborn appearance, warning signs, how to care for your baby, and safety.
Class length: 2-3 hrs
PRIVATE CLASS FEE: $175 per class (please email to schedule private class)
GROUP CLASS FEE: $125 per class
Upcoming class dates::
- May 10th at 5 pm (3 spots left)
^Please note: I occasionally will attend births. In the event someone is giving birth during your scheduled class the class will be made up the following Sunday at 9 am.
Breastfeeding and Feeding Your Baby
This class helps to prepare you for your breastfeeding journey., and what to expect in those early hours, days and weeks. While breastfeeding is the main topic of this course we do talk a little bit about bottle feeding as well (for those parents who need to return to work or be separated from their baby for one reason or another.
Specific topics included are:
- Anatomy of the breasts and how they make milk
- Benefits of breastfeeding
- Breastfeeding techniques (latch and positioning)
- Pumping and storing milk
- What to do when things aren't going as planned
- Introducing solid foods
Class length: 2-3 hrs
PRIVATE CLASS FEE: $175 per class (please email to schedule a private class)
GROUP CLASS FEE: $125 per class
Upcoming class dates:
^Please note: I occasionally will attend births. In the event someone is giving birth during your scheduled class the class will be made up the following Sunday at 9 am.
Cancellation Policy
You must read and agree prior to scheduling classes
Cancellation policy: All fees are non-refundable. We understand that sometimes things are out of our control, but our classes are kept small (3 couples), so it is essential that clients make their scheduled class and are on time because that time is reserved just for you, and we cannot fill your spot at the last minute.
No show or no call for private classes: In the event a private class is scheduled we require at least a two hour notification for day and time changes.. If a two hour notification is not given all monies will be forfeited. If you need to reschedule please call Michelle 414-378-9524 and if she does not answer leave a voicemail.
Early Arrival of Baby: In the event your baby comes before your class occurs you can gift your class to another individual, (they must attend the same day/time you registered for and you must notify Michelle before the start time of the class), but refunds will not be given. We ask that you plan classes accordingly.
Late for private classes or appointments: If you have a private class or appointment scheduled and are more than 15 minutes late there will be a $20 fee assessed in order to proceed with the class for that day and to accommodate the instructor staying later to complete the class. Please note this fee is expected prior to proceeding. In the event you do not want to pay this fee the class will be cancelled and all monies paid will be forfeited.
Instructor Illness: In the event of illness on the part of your educator class will be cancelled to reduce the spread of the illness, and families will be given at least three days to choose from for rescheduling.
Severe Weather and/or Snow: In the event of weather issues, snow, sleet, severe rain, tornado warnings and/or watches, etc are predicted we may need to cancel class and reschedule it. If you are unsure check your email for communications from us, and check the TMJ4 or FOX6NOW weather closings page. We will offer you at least three days to choose from for rescheduling.
Unforeseen Circumstances: In the event we need to cancel class due to unforeseen circumstances we will offer you at least three days to choose from for rescheduling.
We recommend when scheduling classes you do so early enough in your pregnancy to accommodate any unforeseen circumstances. When families do not leave enough lead time between the dates of their classes and their due dates we cannot guarantee to get them all in, and refunds are not given. We make every effort to run classes as scheduled, but we also do not want our educator spreading illness, families driving in bad weather, etc. Your safety and the safety of our educator is very important to us.
*This page was updated February 2024
