A message from your Evidence Based Birth® Instructor...
My personal story of birth is a familiar one. I describe it in more detail here but the summary is: I felt like birth was done to me. This, as opposed to being the central decision maker, and feeling nurtured, through an event that mattered- one that I would remember for a lifetime.
That experience lead me to my career as a doula and childbirth educator, a journey that taught me that birth satisfaction was most impacted by; being well supported and listened to, being honoured as the primary decision maker, and having confidence in childbirth. This conflicted with what I would learn of our maternity care system- that the best available research does not always match common care practices across North America and that the gold standard of truly informed decision making is not always unfolding as it should.
My subsequent births were far better. I was prepared and confident in my body's ability to birth my baby, my care providers, and my support team. Birthing my babies, on my terms, made me feel like I could do anything! My hope is that every birthing person can feel this empowered through their birth experiences, no matter what curve balls nature throws at you.
Aaaannnnddd... here's the good news: Evidence Based Birth® Childbirth Classes are designed to skillfully mentor you and your partner in evidence based care, comfort measures, and advocacy, so that you can embrace your birth and parenting experiences with courage and confidence. My goal is for you to feel supported every step of the way!
Will you join me and step towards your own best birth experience?
-Wanda
That experience lead me to my career as a doula and childbirth educator, a journey that taught me that birth satisfaction was most impacted by; being well supported and listened to, being honoured as the primary decision maker, and having confidence in childbirth. This conflicted with what I would learn of our maternity care system- that the best available research does not always match common care practices across North America and that the gold standard of truly informed decision making is not always unfolding as it should.
My subsequent births were far better. I was prepared and confident in my body's ability to birth my baby, my care providers, and my support team. Birthing my babies, on my terms, made me feel like I could do anything! My hope is that every birthing person can feel this empowered through their birth experiences, no matter what curve balls nature throws at you.
Aaaannnnddd... here's the good news: Evidence Based Birth® Childbirth Classes are designed to skillfully mentor you and your partner in evidence based care, comfort measures, and advocacy, so that you can embrace your birth and parenting experiences with courage and confidence. My goal is for you to feel supported every step of the way!
Will you join me and step towards your own best birth experience?
-Wanda
Take the Evidence Based Birth® Childbirth Class!
- Get mentored by your own Evidence Based Birth® Instructor!
- Learn about evidence based care, comfort measures, and advocacy
- Get prepared, get answers, get empowered!
- This class is completely online so you can join in from anywhere! Families are joining in from all over Canada and beyond!
Your Childbirth Class includes:
- Mentorship from Wanda Cox, experienced EBB Instructor & seasoned doula
- A 2-hour virtual class where we will learn about the stages and hormonal physiology of labour and discuss our perceptions on birth
- Five weeks of online videos for you and your partner to watch together
- Four zoom chats with Wanda to discuss the weekly content online
- A final 2-hour virtual labour rehearsal to pull it all together!
- BONUS: Breastfeeding and newborn care videos!
- BONUS: Earn points throughout the class to redeem for prizes at the end!
Here’s how it looks…
- Benefit from “Flipped Classroom” experience- Accommodates your learning style and busy schedules. In between the weekly group classes, take your learning anywhere by viewing the dynamic video modules brought to you by Rebecca Dekker, PhD., founder of Evidence Based birth® at your own convenience. They are divided into manageable weekly segments, keeping you on track. For every video you watch on your own, you’ll earn points towards fun prizes!
- 2 Two- hour Group Classes- In the first and last class, get that community feel by meeting in a small group (6 couples max), where you’ll dive deeper into vital information learned at home, interpret it for what it means to you, and put it into practice! The last class includes comfort measures rehearsal with bonus of bringing along one additional family member, friend or doula! All enjoyed in a relaxed environment.
- Weekly Online Group Classes with your EBB® Instructor- Enjoy even more flexibility and convenience! Both you and your partner will have the ability to attend the group meets virtually, from anywhere, on any laptop or mobile device (video chat). This allows you a chance to ask questions and reflect on your learning!
- Gain Personal Mentorship- Wanda Cox, experienced doula, birth doula trainer, and childbirth educator, looks forward to being your mentor and guide every step of the way! Benefit from the knowledge she brings from having attended births all over Nova Scotia. Get answers to the questions that matter to you!
What's being taught?
In this class, we focus on comfort, evidence, and advocacy. You will learn:
• How your Partner can be your Advocate
• Evidence Based Care
• Overcoming Fears and Anxieties
• Comfort Measures
• Stages of Labor
• Navigating the Healthcare System
• Providers (Models of Care)
• Support
• Doulas
• Communicating with Hospital Staff
• Know your Rights
• Interventions
• Pain Relief
• Labor Rehearsal
• Postpartum Discussion
• Newborn Procedures
• Baby Care
• Breastfeeding
In this class, we focus on comfort, evidence, and advocacy. You will learn:
• How your Partner can be your Advocate
• Evidence Based Care
• Overcoming Fears and Anxieties
• Comfort Measures
• Stages of Labor
• Navigating the Healthcare System
• Providers (Models of Care)
• Support
• Doulas
• Communicating with Hospital Staff
• Know your Rights
• Interventions
• Pain Relief
• Labor Rehearsal
• Postpartum Discussion
• Newborn Procedures
• Baby Care
• Breastfeeding
Upcoming EBB® Childbirth Class sessions:
Note that all classes follow on the same day of the week that the class begins, unless indicated. Typically, that the first and last classes are two hours long and classes 2-5 are 1 hour, unless "accelerated", in which case all classes are up to 2 hours to ensure we are able to cover the same material.
Times indicated in Atlantic Standard Time as I am in Nova Scotia, Canada, however, attendees all across the country and beyond are welcome!
ACCELERATED - alternating Mon & Sun; Mar 8, 14, 22, 28 7-9pm AST (4 wks)
Thurs, April 1/21 @ 6:30-8:30pm AST
Tues, May 11/21 @ 6:30-8:30pm AST
Thurs, June 24/21 @ 6:30-8:30pm AST
Thurs, July 9/21 @ 6:30-8:30pm AST
Thurs, Sept 9/21 @ 6:30-8:30pm AST
Only 6 couples per class! Click the "SIGN ME UP!" button below to reserve a spot, choose a package and take the first step towards your best birth!
If you don't find a class to meet your needs here, please be in touch as I am doing my best to also respond to your needs! Weekend, daytime or accelerated classes are possible too! Let me know how I can accommodate your schedule or time zone. wandacox@eastlink.ca
Note that all classes follow on the same day of the week that the class begins, unless indicated. Typically, that the first and last classes are two hours long and classes 2-5 are 1 hour, unless "accelerated", in which case all classes are up to 2 hours to ensure we are able to cover the same material.
Times indicated in Atlantic Standard Time as I am in Nova Scotia, Canada, however, attendees all across the country and beyond are welcome!
ACCELERATED - alternating Mon & Sun; Mar 8, 14, 22, 28 7-9pm AST (4 wks)
Thurs, April 1/21 @ 6:30-8:30pm AST
Tues, May 11/21 @ 6:30-8:30pm AST
Thurs, June 24/21 @ 6:30-8:30pm AST
Thurs, July 9/21 @ 6:30-8:30pm AST
Thurs, Sept 9/21 @ 6:30-8:30pm AST
Only 6 couples per class! Click the "SIGN ME UP!" button below to reserve a spot, choose a package and take the first step towards your best birth!
If you don't find a class to meet your needs here, please be in touch as I am doing my best to also respond to your needs! Weekend, daytime or accelerated classes are possible too! Let me know how I can accommodate your schedule or time zone. wandacox@eastlink.ca
When should I take this class?
Take this class any time that is convenient for you. I suggest counting back 3 months from your due date and decide if- for you- this is enough learning time. Determine if a class is available near that time and if not, schedule your class sooner. The class stretches 6 weeks (unless accelerated) and I suggest you leave at least about 3 weeks after the class to process the information and plan for the big day.
Take this class any time that is convenient for you. I suggest counting back 3 months from your due date and decide if- for you- this is enough learning time. Determine if a class is available near that time and if not, schedule your class sooner. The class stretches 6 weeks (unless accelerated) and I suggest you leave at least about 3 weeks after the class to process the information and plan for the big day.
Evidence Based Birth® Instructors are independent contractors and distributors of the EBB® Childbirth Class and are not employees of EBB®. You can find our terms and conditions for the class here https://parents.evidencebasedbirth.com/parent-membership-terms/