Prenatal Education and Movement 6 Week Course
Prepare for baby through education AND movement. Enjoy a six week movement based and research informed childbirth preparation class. Each class is 2.5 hours long and will include education and movement components. This all-encompassing prenatal education course capitalizes on muscle memory and physical support strategies. Accessible and relevant movement is brought into each education class as you move from early labour to holding your newborn in your arms. Couples will be learning and moving in each class. This approach will unpack all of the options available to you during labour including the options of using medical supports in awareness. Course facilitator Megan Tasker is a Yoga teacher as well as a doula with Toronto Yoga Mamas and we are excited to bring her in-depth knowledge and experience to you!
Class One: Early Labour
In this first class, we will set the groundwork in building your confidence and understanding the unique and sometimes subtle signs of early labour. We will explore both the physical and emotional changes and how to take advantage of the comfort of your own home before moving to your birth location.
Class Two: Active Labour
Discover how to move through physical discomfort, and cope with various distractions during active labour. Learn when to contact your birth team (i.e. doula, midwife, or triage) and the optimal time to move to your birth location if birthing at the hospital or birth centre.
Class Three: Medical Support in Awareness
Educate yourself on the medical support options available to you. From induction to epidurals, this week teaches members dynamic coping strategies for compassionately choosing medical supports. Take home helpful tools and tips on how to support your partner if they incorporate medical supports into their labour.
Class Four: Honouring Transition {Just For The Mamas}
Celebrate the transition into parenthood. This week is exclusively for our pregnant people as we unite to honour and celebrate birth as a rite of passage.
Class Five: Pelvic Floor + Pushing
Understand functions, restrictions and overall health of your pelvic floor. Learn a variety of techniques for pushing while optimizing pelvic floor integrity, with a strong focus on healing and recovering function. We tell you the stuff* no one else does.
Class Six: The Unexpected in Awareness
Prepare yourself for unexpected outcomes. This session explores the ins and outs of caesarean delivery and interventions with trauma sensitive training. You will learn how you can incorporate medical supports mindfully and without judgement.
In this first class, we will set the groundwork in building your confidence and understanding the unique and sometimes subtle signs of early labour. We will explore both the physical and emotional changes and how to take advantage of the comfort of your own home before moving to your birth location.
Class Two: Active Labour
Discover how to move through physical discomfort, and cope with various distractions during active labour. Learn when to contact your birth team (i.e. doula, midwife, or triage) and the optimal time to move to your birth location if birthing at the hospital or birth centre.
Class Three: Medical Support in Awareness
Educate yourself on the medical support options available to you. From induction to epidurals, this week teaches members dynamic coping strategies for compassionately choosing medical supports. Take home helpful tools and tips on how to support your partner if they incorporate medical supports into their labour.
Class Four: Honouring Transition {Just For The Mamas}
Celebrate the transition into parenthood. This week is exclusively for our pregnant people as we unite to honour and celebrate birth as a rite of passage.
Class Five: Pelvic Floor + Pushing
Understand functions, restrictions and overall health of your pelvic floor. Learn a variety of techniques for pushing while optimizing pelvic floor integrity, with a strong focus on healing and recovering function. We tell you the stuff* no one else does.
Class Six: The Unexpected in Awareness
Prepare yourself for unexpected outcomes. This session explores the ins and outs of caesarean delivery and interventions with trauma sensitive training. You will learn how you can incorporate medical supports mindfully and without judgement.
Course Testimonials
"I would absolutely recommend the Prenatal + Movement class. I was trying to avoid a marathon lecture-style class and this one delivered! The instructors used a mix of experiential exercises, stories and natural conversation in their teaching. More than that, Megan and Taylor are warm and sassy ladies who had a knack for guiding the group to prepare emotionally as well. Very few teachers have the right, genuine presence to do that. I feel much better prepared for this huge journey that we are all about to begin. Thank you ladies!" ~ Heather, first time mom
"I cannot recommend this class enough. The movement portion gave us some great coping skills to add to our toolbox, some of which we're already using to ease pregnancy discomforts. The hands on practice meant we could determine, ahead of time, which skills would work best for us during labour and delivery. My husband and I both appreciated how the birthing and non-birthing partners were included in all aspects of the class. Add in the clear and accessible educational components (bonus: no graphic videos!) and we feel so much more empowered and prepared for this exciting experience. I also feel like I now have more trust and respect in my husband's ability to participate in and support me through the birth of our baby. Megan and Taylor bring the perfect combination of honesty, humour and positivity to all things birth related. A particular favourite moment for me was the kind and respectful treatment they gave Cesarean births. We truly looked forward to every class." ~ Katie, first time mom
"I would like to say how wonderful this course was. Both Taylor and Megan were very informative, experienced, friendly and caring. The class was always fun and a safe place. Would highly recommend them." ~ Rebecca, first time mom
"Particularly since this is our first baby, I cannot imagine this journey without the insights and advice of Megan and Taylor. Their professional and insightful presentations helped to prepare us for the big day." ~ Darin, first time dad
"Really like the class. I was reluctant to join at first but I learned a lot and I feel more prepared to support my wife during delivery." ~ Max, first time dad
"This course was incredibly helpful in making me feel so much more comfortable in the birthing process and what to expect. I feel like I have the knowledge and skills to rock the birthing experience :)." ~ Liz, first time mom
"So thorough and comprehensive - I highly recommend this course. I had a lot of fear around the delivery but the knowledge I gained has given me way more confidence to face this journey." ~ Heather, first time mom
"Taylor and Megan were excellent teachers and provided a relaxed and interesting environment for a subject that can sometime be an emotional and uncomfortable one." ~ First time dad
Cancellation Policy:
Please note that we do not offer refunds. Cancellations made within 1 week of the event date will be credited to the account. Cancellations made less than a week from the event will not be credited or refunded. Thank you very much for your understanding.
Please note that we do not offer refunds. Cancellations made within 1 week of the event date will be credited to the account. Cancellations made less than a week from the event will not be credited or refunded. Thank you very much for your understanding.
