Fun, interactive, evidence-based classes for the modern-day mama and their birth partner in Winnipeg, MB.
Feel prepared, empowered and confident heading into birth!
Get all the information that you need to make informed choices, give birth in the way that feels right for you and
Birth Classes taught by two passionate doulas and birth educators who support all birthing families in a judgment-free, supportive and welcoming environment. We take a holistic approach to birth by looking at all aspects – physical, mental and emotional – of the birthing and labour process.
• With a confident Birth Partner who is familiar with birth and knows how to support you
• With a sense of trust in your body and what it is capable of
• A clear understanding of Physiological Birth and what you can do before and during
• Knowing your options (whether you are birthing at home, birth center or hospital) in Birth and how to navigate interventions
• A Birth Plan that you can provide your health providers to help communicate your wishes and preferences regarding care during
• Tools for Coping with Labour Pain and Strategies for Labour Progression
It can be really hard to discern fact from fiction with all the birth stories out there, social media articles and movies portraying birth in a negative or false way!
It’s totally normal to feel nervous and excited all at the same time when you think about giving birth.
Whether it’s the first, second, third or tenth time!
Maybe this is your first time birthing or you’ve given birth before but you know deep in your gut that there’s got to be a better way.
If you’ve given birth before, maybe you want to do things differently this time around. You want to feel empowered, confident and aware of your options surrounding birth.
In our comprehensive birth class series we will cover:
• The Mind/Body Connection
•Mindfulness and Pain Perception
•Stages and Phases of Labour
•Breathing, Relaxation and Coping Strategies
•Birth and Body Confidence
•Navigating Your Options & Medical Interventions
•Birth and Postpartum Planning
•Breastfeeding and Newborn Care
About the Instructors
Lori
Lori of Gaia Mama Wellness is a mom of two young children (4 and 1.5
Jennifer
Jennifer of Roots and Wings Doula Service is a mom of 5 children. She is passionate about pregnancy and birth and helping moms during the postpartum period. She has completed her doula training through MACFE as well as attended the Spinning Babies workshop. Jennifer’s vision is to remove fear from the birth space through educating families on birth and postpartum so they can be confident in their choices and feel empowered.
Pricing
$200+GST for the Weekly Series.
Private Classes are available, Inquire for Rates!
Class Dates and Registration
Wednesday Evening Classes (5 Week Series) 6:30-8:30PM
1: Sept 25-Oct 23 (Due dates: Nov 20-Dec 18)
2: Oct 30-Nov 27 (Due Dates: Dec 25-Jan 22)
Sunday Afternoon Classes (3 Week Series) 1-4pm
1: November 3-17 (Due Dates: Dec 22-Feb 16)
2: Dec 1-15 (Jan 12-Mar 15)
Can’t Commit or Don’t need the whole Series? Check out our Fall workshops!
Fall Birth Preparation Workshops:
Preparing for the Unknown: August 20
Coping Strategies and Pain Relief: Sept 17
Planning for Home Birth: Oct 15
Navigating Hospital Birth: Nov 19
BONUSES:
You are getting two teachers who have worked with hundreds of birthing families and have varied experiences to draw from, plus we are both mothers ourselves!
Registrants are entitled to:
• 10% discount on Doula Packages
•AND 15% OFF Massage Services for the duration of their pregnancy and for the first four months postpartum.
Everything was very well explained, It was all very inspiring!
~Lisa.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which session should I register for?
Plan to take your class while you are 28-37 weeks. Try to plan it while you are in your second trimester. So for example, the Classes that run from September 25 to October 23 are ideal for due dates that fall between November 20 up until December 18. Our classes won’t always align with your due date, so if you’re not sure which class to register for please contact us.
If you can’t find a class that has spaces or works with your schedule, please email me and if there is enough interest we can look at adding a class time or schedule a private class.
Do I need to bring my partner/husband/boyfriend?
Yes!
Sometimes they get more out of it than you do because we find they are less likely to read books about birth (Some, not all!). Some partners also find they feel more connected to the pregnancy and leave feeling really confident about birth which is really reassuring and comforting for the person birthing.
Is this class right for me? I am planning a home birth.
Yes, of course! We cover all types of birth.
Is this class right for me? I am planning a hospital birth.
Yes, of course! We cover all types of birth.
Is this class right for me? I am planning a hospital birth.
Yes, of course! We cover all types of birth.
I’ve had a baby before, can I still come to this class?
Absolutely! Whether you are a first time or
It’s important to have a connection and feel comfortable with your doula. I offer free consultations to get to know one another and find out more about you, your support team and your birth!
Email lori@gaiamamawellness.com to find out about dates of availability or to schedule a consultation.