Welcome to Lamaze Healthy Birth Class
When both you and your partner are new to this, it’s hard to know where to start and overwhelm can quickly turn to fear as you start to enter the unknown. My class series is no boring, run-of-the-mill class series. You will be engaged and inspired with the practical nature of subjects discussed and quickly be on your way to replacing that fear and overwhelm with knowledge and confidence.
Whether you attend live, In Person sessions or virtually, I will be sharing the empowering knowledge in lively sessions!. Below you can dig deeper into what each class offers and thoughtfully decide which classes and/or packages best suit you and your needs.
I can’t wait to meet you, I know you’re going to LOVE it!
Yes, most health insurance plans, Medicaid, HSA/FSA accounts, and TRICARE reimburse you for childbirth classes taught by a Certified Instructor, including labor prep, breastfeeding, and newborn care class sessions, so get registered Now!
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Available Classes
Get Curious About Pregnancy, Labor & Childbirth
Natural Comfort Measures for Labor & Birth
Successful Breastfeeding for the Family
Newborn Care, Calming & Massage
Newborn Sleep
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Get Curious About Pregnancy, Labor & Childbirth
2026 Dates
January 5&12 Virtual, Live, Instructor Led
February 7th Live Classroom
March 2&9 Virtual, Live, Instructor Led
April 4th Live Classroom
May 4&11 Virtual, Live, Instructor Led
June 6th Live Classroom
July 6&13 Virtual, Live, Instructor Led
August 1st Live Classroom
September 7&14 Virtual, Live, Instructor Led
October 3rd Live Classroom
November 2&9 Virtual, Live, Instructor Led
December 5th Live Classroom
Presented in two 3-hour sessions, “Get Curious About Birth” is a welcoming, informative class designed to help you understand your options, feel confident, and make choices that support the kind of birth experience you want. Together, we’ll explore the Lamaze Six Healthy Birth Practices and help you connect them to your own wishes, values, and comfort levels—along with your partner’s.
You’ll learn what the Stages and Phases of Labor typically look and feel like, so you can better recognize what your body is doing and how to respond. We’ll walk through how to create a simple but meaningful personalized birth plan, one that reflects what matters most to you while staying flexible for whatever your birth may bring.
We’ll also dive into a variety of comfort strategies to help you cope with labor sensations—things like movement, breathwork, massage, positioning, and tools you can use at home or in the hospital.
Because labor can sometimes need a little help, we’ll cover inductions and common medical interventions, explaining what they are, when they might be recommended, and how they may affect your options. We’ll also discuss surgical birth (cesarean birth) so you feel knowledgeable and prepared no matter how your baby arrives.
Finally, we’ll look beyond birth itself and help you prepare a realistic, supportive postpartum plan—one that prioritizes nourishment, rest, emotional well-being, and physical healing during those important early weeks with your new baby.
In short, this class helps you get curious, ask questions, explore your choices, and feel ready for your birth journey with confidence and clarity.
Natural Comfort Measures for Labor & Birth
2026 Dates
January 19 Virtual, Live, Instructor Led
February 9 Live Classroom
March 16 Virtual, Live, Instructor Led
April 6 Live Classroom
May 18 Virtual, Live, Instructor Led
June 8 Live Classroom
July 20 Virtual, Live, Instructor Led
August 3 Live Classroom
September 21 Virtual, Live, Instructor Led
October 5 Live Classroom
November 16 Virtual, Live, Instructor Led
Natural Comfort Measures for Labor and Birth is a hands-on, 3-hour workshop designed to help you become an active, confident participant in your own birth experience.
We’ll practice how to breathe and work with labor sensations, learning techniques that make it easier to stay grounded and focused. You’ll explore a variety of mental strategies that support a calm mindset, as well as body positions that can make labor more effective and more comfortable.
Partners play a key role in this class, too. They’ll learn massage and pressure techniques, along with when and how to use heat, cold, water, nourishment, and hydration to keep your “birth marathon” flowing smoothly.
You’ll also receive a full collection of short instructional videos to help you understand not just how to do each technique, but why it works. Practice along with the instructor at your own pace, whenever you need a refresher.
These comfort measures are useful whether you plan to use pain medication or not—and they can support you in any birth setting, from home to hospital.
Successful Breastfeeding for the Family
Successful Breastfeeding for the Family is a supportive, 3-hour session designed to help you feel confident that you can nourish the baby you’ve grown.
Breastfeeding is easier when your environment feels calm, comfortable, and cared for—so we also focus on how your loved ones can nurture you, while you nurture your little one.
This class teaches your partner and any other support people **how breastfeeding works—and what can disrupt it—**so they can help create the conditions that set you up for success in the early days and weeks.
You’ll learn practical ways to help your baby stay calm and content, reduce unnecessary crying, get more rest, and support your body in making plenty of milk.
Partners will discover the powerful, hands-on role they play in breastfeeding success—one that goes far beyond giving a bottle. Every parent is a nurturer; they simply have different tools, and when they know how to use them, their support is truly invaluable.
2026 Dates
January 26 Virtual, Live, Instructor Led
February 16 Live Classroom
March 23 Virtual, Live, Instructor Led
April 20 Live Classroom
May 25 Virtual, Live, Instructor Led
June 22 Live Classroom
July 27 Virtual, Live, Instructor Led
August 17 Live Classroom
September 28 Virtual, Live, Instructor Led
October 19 Live Classroom
November 23 Virtual, Live, Instructor Led
December 21 Live Classroom
Newborn Care, Calming & Massage
2026 Dates
January 13 Virtual, Live, Instructor Led
February 9 Live Classroom
March 10 Virtual, Live, Instructor Led
April 13 Live Classroom
May 12 Virtual, Live, Instructor Led
June 15 Live Classroom
July 14 Virtual, Live, Instructor Led
August 10 Live Classroom
September 15 Virtual, Live, Instructor Led
October 12 Live Classroom
November 24 Virtual, Live, Instructor Led
December 14 Live Classroom
Babies may not come with instruction manuals, but this class will help you navigate those early weeks with confidence and clarity.
We begin by exploring newborn appearance and behavior—what they look like, how they communicate, and what they’re able to see and do from the moment they arrive.
You’ll learn how to recognize the difference between hunger cues, discomfort, and cries for connection, so you can respond calmly and effectively.
We’ll talk about how to keep your baby content during the Fourth Trimester, using simple techniques that activate their natural calming reflexes for less crying, more sleep, and more peaceful moments together.
Using doll models, you’ll get hands-on practice with the basics of newborn care: bathing, diapering, umbilical cord care, intact/circumcision care, supportive holds for colic, and comforting a fussy baby with swaddling and soothing strategies. We’ll also cover common newborn health topics like SIDS prevention, signs of illness, how to take a temperature, and when to call your pediatrician.
We’ll explore two essential questions:
How will your baby adjust to life outside the womb?
And how will you adjust to life with your baby?
To end the class, you'll learn a gentle 8-minute baby massage routine—a lovely end-of-day ritual that anyone can master, including grandparents and caregivers. Baby massage can support digestion, weight gain, deeper sleep, and overall bonding. It’s calming for adults too, making it a wonderful partner activity (and yes… bigger hands can be a bonus!).
This fun, confidence-building class is packed with valuable insights and hands-on skills you'll use from the very first day home.
Everyone leaves feeling excited, prepared, and ready to swaddle, soothe, and care for their new baby!
postpartum doula smiles with newborn and happy mom and dad
Newborn Sleep
2026 Dates
Join us for a fascinating exploration of Newborn Sleep and its Evolution in the First 16 Weeks.
This class is your map to navigating the wondrous (and sometimes perplexing) world of your baby's slumber. Forget about counting sheep and lullaby playlists; we'll delve into the science and development of infant sleep, understanding its rhythms, patterns, and changes you can expect during those first crucial months.
Newborn Sleep Essentials: Demystifying sleep cycles, understanding feeding and sleep connections, and exploring soothing techniques.
From Burps to Bedtime: Tracking your baby's sleep patterns, establishing routines, and creating a calming bedtime environment.
The Nighttime Transformation: Witnessing the shift from day-night confusion to consolidated sleep periods, and learning gentle sleep training methods.
Common Challenges and Solutions: Addressing night wakings, feeding cues, developmental leaps, and soothing fussy evenings.
Your Well-being Matters: Prioritizing parental sleep hygiene, coping with exhaustion, and creating a support network for thriving through the early weeks.
This class is not just about getting your baby to sleep (although that's certainly a bonus!). It's about:
Understanding your baby's unique sleep needs.
Building a foundation for healthy sleep habits.
Empowering yourself with knowledge and confidence.
Finding joy and connection in the process, even on tired mornings.
Join us for a supportive and informative journey where you'll leave equipped with essential tools, insightful resources, and a newfound appreciation for the beauty and wonder of your little one's sleep journey.
January 27 Virtual, Live, Instructor Led
February 23 Live Classroom
March 24 Virtual, Live, Instructor Led
April 27 Live Classroom
May 19 Virtual, Live, Instructor Led
June 21 Live Classroom
July 21 Virtual, Live, Instructor Led
August 24 Live Classroom
September 29 Virtual, Live, Instructor Led
October 26 Live Classroom
November 30 Virtual, Live, Instructor Led
December 28 Live Classroom
This class is ideal for the first 4 months of baby’s night life!
What happens After You Register?
Look for Your Confirmation Email
Check your inbox (and Promotions/Spam folders) for a registration confirmation from us.
Select Your Class(es)
Open the email, choose the classes you want, and accept the quote.Receive Your Invoice Automatically
Once you accept the quote, your invoice is instantly generated—no extra steps needed.Get Access to Your Class Format
Pre-Recorded Courses: You’ll receive your class videos one at a time directly by email.
LIVE Instructor-Led Sessions: Reply to the email with your preferred class dates. We’ll send you a calendar invitation for each session—whether virtual or in-person in the Portland, Oregon area.
Complete Your Pre-Class Prep
You’ll receive helpful prep materials—videos, PDFs, downloads—to get you ready.Join Your Class & Learn Step-by-Step
Follow along with guided lessons and materials designed to support your learning.Stay Updated
Check your email daily for new materials, homework, and reminders.
Want your labor support partner included? Send us their email and we’ll make sure they receive everything too!
Pricing & Packages
The Works:
(Save $50 with this package!)
Classes 1-6
#1 & #2 - Get Curious About Birth
#3 - Comfort Measures
#4 - Breastfeeding
#5 - Newborn Care
#6 - Newborn Sleep (new!)
$530 Instructor-Lead/
$430 Pre-Recorded
Pregnancy Trio:
(Save $ with this package)
Classes 1-3
#1 - Pregnancy & Labor
#2 - Birth & Postpartum
#3 - Comfort Measures
$265 Instructor-Lead/
$225 Pre-Recorded
Individual Classes:
Try out one at a time or mix and match.
Each class session is designed to cover each topic thoroughly.
Instructor-lead Classes - $95
Pre-Recorded - $70
