Celebrated Pregnancy

Mari Stutzman Smith is now teaching Celebrated Pregnancy Natural Childbirth Education Classes.  This one-day intensive class will help you plan for your natural childbirth.  The key to succeeding in your birthing goals is to prepare!  All classes are held at the new NOVA Natural Birth Center in Chantilly, VA.  You can pay online, which includes all course material, and view available class series by clicking the following link.

Celebrated Pregnancy: Northern Virginia Natural Childbirth Classes

Topics Include:

* The normal birth process: including the stages of labor, 

    signs of labor, etc.

* Alternative pain management techniques

* Deep relaxation for better birthing

* Labor and birth positions

* The important role of the birth partner

* The emotional aspect of birthing

* Risk/benefits of common birth interventions and medications

* Creating your birth plan

* Breastfeeding and skin-to-skin contact immediately following

    your birth

* Choosing a provider that is supportive of your birthing goals

* Empowering yourself and your partner for the journey ahead