 Photo: Jan Nusche |
Offering community based prenatal classes in Vancouver, BC, since 1973 Our classes encourage family centred maternity care We are an autonomous, proudly Canadian, non-profit society, pleased to offer an enriching alternative to standard prenatal education |
we offer
- Choice of evening series or weekend workshops for mothers and partners
- 2-evening mums-only Healthy Pregnancy course included free with series or workshop
- Breastfeeding classes
- Postpartum classes
- Refresher classes
- Private classes
- Low-income rates available
- Instruction provided by fully certified childbirth educators
- Instructors provide ongoing support and counselling
- Evidence-based information as well as practical learning
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Breastfeeding Clinics:
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the childbearing society presents
Another Birth...
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A refresher prenatal class, perfect for second (or more) time parents  |
Childbearing presents Another Birth: refresher prenatal classes for second (or more) time parents. For more information, please see the Another Birth class description. |
the childbearing team
L to R: Jennifer, Stephanie, Diane, Susan, Aleksandra, & Mary
our philosophy
We strive to provide comprehensive childbearing classes of the highest quality. We prepare clients by increasing their knowledge of changes in the childbearing year and enhancing their coping skills for childbirth. By increasing their self- confidence, we help expectant parents to participate in decision-making for labour and birth in order to have a satisfying experience. We see ourselves as advocates for clients. We promote family-centered maternity care and work to improve the experience of childbirth for parents within the health care system. We strive to give continuity of care in the postpartum period through informal follow-up care and counseling.
apprenticeship programme
New this year, we now have a programme designed for those with perinatal backgrounds to certify on the job as Childbearing instructors. As ever, we still have our regular practicum for those who already hold a Childbirth Education certificate. If you are or want to be a childbirth educator; enjoy working in a supportive environment with like-minded colleagues; and have a desire to help parents in the exciting journey of the childbearing year; we want you. Were looking for dedicated people with a passion for pregnancy, birth and parenting to train with our experienced teachers. Give us a call at 604-304-0201 or email Jennifer at registrar@childbearing.org