Online Group Classes
Weekly live sessions
When you invest in one of my online childbirth courses, we’ll meet every week for 2-2.5 hours (depending which course you choose). The classes are meant to be interactive and encourage conversation so you’ll get to know other attendees in class
Personalized attention
A live childbirth class is so effective because you’ll be able to ask all the questions you have. There is lecture, but it’s not a podcast. You’re encouraged to ask lots and lots of questions. You are also encouraged to use me as a resource even outside of class time.
Classes are kept small to insure this personalized attention
Supplemental Materials and Information
Besides all of the information shared in class, you’ll receive weekly emails chock full of supplemental information, a resource list (featuring my favorite providers, therapists, trainers, etc), discount codes for fun baby stuff, and a google sheet filled with favorite links to websites, articles, and studies
Too busy with the holidays for a class? Need a self-paced class?
CURRENTLY UNAVAILABLE
You will receive all class materials, access to exclusive birth videos, and 4 recorded classes for you to consume at your own pace. You’ll also have access to me for questions and clarifications as well as one 60 minute zoom call where we can discuss your particular labor preferences and work on a plan for your natural birth.
Take advantage of a limited-time offer with my self-paced class - $195
The Bradley Method® with Lia
12-class series - Live Online Via Zoom
This course meets once per week for 12 consecutive weeks
The Bradley Method® is the most comprehensive childbirth course available. The Bradley Method® isn’t just a class - it’s an experience. We dive deep into the history of birth in the U.S. to understand how it is we currently have a 33% c-section rate. We learn about the anatomy, physiology, chemistry, and psychology of childbirth. You’ll learn how to manage the pain of childbirth using relaxation and many other comfort measures. The course is geared to prepare your partner to coach you through pregnancy and labor. By the end of the course, your partner is going to have a full understanding of what you’re about to do - and they’ll actually be excited for labor to star. Not terrified.
All participants live online via Zoom
Each class is 2 hours ( I mean, plus or minus 6-7 minutes. Probably plus)
Classes are broadcast from Your Natural Birth on Naples Island in Long Beach, California
Choose your class
Lia’s YNB Online Birth Class
Virtual spot - LIVE online via Zoom
This course was designed by me specifically for the online platform
It is not The Bradley Method® but is based on the teachings of Dr. Robert Bradley
This series meets live online via Zoom once per week
Depending on the series you choose, class will meet for 2 - 2.5 hours and at least one class will be asynchronous, via a recorded module with no logging into class for that week
This course, like all my others, is for the pregnant person and their partner.
It is highly encouraged to attend with your camera on, though not required
Classes are not recorded
Lia’s YNB Crash Course
Virtual Spot - Live Online Via Zoom
This course meets once per week for 4 - 5 consecutive weeks (depending on the season)
This course will prepare you and your partner to navigate labor and birth. You’ll learn how to advocate for yourselves and have an empowered birth
All participants attend live online via Zoom
One class will be asynchronous, via a recorded module with no logging into class for that week
Each class meets for 2.5 hours
Classes is broadcast from Your Natural Birth on Naples Island in Long Beach, California
Classes are not recorded
Curriculum
Nutrition, exercise, and relaxation to build a strong foundation for your labor
How your partner can coach you through labor
How to know you're in labor and what to do then
How to time contractions
When to leave for the birth location
Pain management
Stages and phases of labor
How to push
Advocacy
Benefits and risks of common interventions like cervical exams, Pitocin, and epidurals
Discussion about complications and variations of labor (back labor, cord around the neck, breech, etc)
Cesarean Section: benefits, risks, and ways you can work to avoid an unnecessary one
Packing for labor
Building a birth plan
How to avoid an induction that you don't want
And a whole bunch more
*Breastfeeding and newborn care will be covered in the traditional Bradley Method® 12-week courses
Community
Taking an online class that is live vs. downloading a recorded class offers many benefits: You’ll be able to ask all your questions as they come up.
You’ll get answers that consider your individual circumstance. You won’t get glossy, over-generalized answers that prove to be not so helpful in your particular case.
You’ll get to know other like-minded parents who are seeking a common path and outcome for their labor and birth.
And if you’re more of an introvert and prefer to not exhaust your social battery, you can choose when you’d like and not like to participate in class activities and discussion.
“It takes a village”
What you’ll get for your investment
A certified childbirth educator:
8 - 12 Classes (depending on the courses you choose) for you and your birthing partner, taught by me, a certified childbirth educator who is also a certified, practicing doula
Discounts:
on services such as lactation services from SoCal lactation consultants
Resource List:
Comprehensive list of reputable providers and practitioners
Continual, individualized support:
Access to me outside of class via phone, text, or email to answer questions right up the day of your labor
The Bradley Method® Workbook and student center access:
If you’re signed up for The Bradley Method ® you’ll have access to The Bradley Method® student center where you'll find classes recorded by The Academy of Husband Coached Childbirth, exclusive Bradley™birth videos, and a digital copy of the Bradley™ workbook
What to know
These classes are coach-based. Bring your partner to class. This will be your birth coach
Having your camera on is highly encouraged, though not required
You will get the best of me if we can see you - Your energy is what makes the class amazing
Because interaction is encouraged and very personal, classes are not recorded
If you miss a class, there is almost always a way to make up the class, just coordinate with me as soon as possible
THIS IS AN INCLUSIVE, SAFE-ZONE. THERE WILL BE NO JUDGEMENT OR DISCRIMINATION ALLOWED HERE.
BRING YOUR PRONOUNS (OR NOT), YOUR VACCINES (OR NOT), YOUR PASSIONS, AND YOUR LOVE
SO LONG AS YOU ARE PARENTS WHO LOVE, YOU ARE WELCOME HERE.
YOU ARE WELCOME REGARDLESS OF GENDER, RACE, RELIGION, MARITAL STATUS, SEXUAL PERSUASION, VACCINE STATUS, POLITICAL PARTY, ETC.,