Last weekend I was invited to photograph one of Amanda DeAngelis‘ childbirth education classes. I took one childbirth education class at the hospital but it really didn’t tell me much about the process of birth or give me and my husband tools; it was more of “this is what you can expect at your hospital birth” class. What we should have found is Amanda’s class which focuses on:
- Cultural Attitudes About Birth
- Your Nutrition
- The Importance of Exercise
- Your Choice of Caregiver
- Your Birth Place
- The Sexual Nature of Labor
- Surrendering to Labor
- The Truth About “Pain” in Labor
- Labor Coping Techniques
- Addressing Fears
- Postpartum Healing and Rest
- Breastfeeding
- Early Parenting and How to Support One Another
The environment was warm and inviting rather than sterile and clinical and it is exciting to meet the couples that are are about to start down the path as parents.
Look at all these beautiful bellies!
Thank you to Amanda for inviting me and the couples for letting me take your picture. The next series of classes starts May 19th. Amanda can be reached at 970-231-3060 or
ninebirths@gmail.com.
