Instinctive Birthing© is
a comprehensive course on pregnancy, labor, birth and newborn care. It is a series of classes that will
teach you how to work with your body, preparing you physically, mentally,
emotionally, and spiritually.
As you can imagine this process takes time and practice, therefore, it is best to take your childbirth classes as soon as possible after your 12th week of pregnancy, allowing you time to completely assimilate and use comfortably all of the concepts in involved with giving birth naturally. However, you can start these classes as late as 32 weeks and still benefit tremendously.
In an effort to meet the needs of every individual, whether giving birth at home, in a birth center or a hospital, this course has been designed to give you the information that you need to have the birth that you desire.
What is the difference between Instinctive Birthing© and other "natural" childbirth methods?
We are not teaching you a "method" to follow, as there is no single method that works for everyone.
We are giving you up-to-date, in-depth information about pregnancy, birth, labor, breastfeeding and newborn care, as well as natural ways of making yourself more comfortable through deep breathing, relaxation, and visualization. You will be better able to make informed decisions for you and your baby with the help of your caregiver.
The fruits of this incredible journey will empower you to attain an expanded awareness that will allow you to truly experience the beautiful gift of giving birth.
As you can imagine this process takes time and practice, therefore, it is best to take your childbirth classes as soon as possible after your 12th week of pregnancy, allowing you time to completely assimilate and use comfortably all of the concepts in involved with giving birth naturally. However, you can start these classes as late as 32 weeks and still benefit tremendously.
In an effort to meet the needs of every individual, whether giving birth at home, in a birth center or a hospital, this course has been designed to give you the information that you need to have the birth that you desire.
What is the difference between Instinctive Birthing© and other "natural" childbirth methods?
We are not teaching you a "method" to follow, as there is no single method that works for everyone.
We are giving you up-to-date, in-depth information about pregnancy, birth, labor, breastfeeding and newborn care, as well as natural ways of making yourself more comfortable through deep breathing, relaxation, and visualization. You will be better able to make informed decisions for you and your baby with the help of your caregiver.
The fruits of this incredible journey will empower you to attain an expanded awareness that will allow you to truly experience the beautiful gift of giving birth.
There are four class formats to choose from:
1. Six Week Series - 2 hours per week, Tuesdays, 7-9pm, local
2. Weekend Intensive – 7-9pm Friday/9am-5pm Saturday with
frequent breaks and 1 hour lunch
3. Private classes in my home or via Skype
4. Coming soon - Live virtual classroom online is perfect for those who have trouble getting a
babysitter, work schedules that conflict with class time, or for those who
prefer the convenience of staying at home. All online classes will be recorded
and made available for one month after the live presentation.
§ All classes are customized to
fit the needs of each student
§ Group classes are small
to assure personal attention
§ Unlimited free class
reviews upon completion of the entire course
§ All students receive
free limited phone consultations
Instinctive
Birthing©
Course Description
Spiritual principals,
"Spirit Food", as it pertains to childbirth and parenting are
available at the end of each class for 15 minutes for those of you who are
interested. There may also be a birth video shown in some classes.
The 2012 revisions are
complete with all the newest statistics and information available. In addition,
I have made Instinctive Birthing© even more flexible by
adding new Lesson Notes to cover topics that can be added to the curriculum
anytime a student has a need for it. Now, the course outline below is for
everyone, no matter where you will give birth to your beautiful baby: home,
birth center or hospital! Instinctive Birthing© was created to
address the the many options and comfort measures available in every
situation.
Class 1: Instinctive Birthing Introduction
& Parenting Preparation
This class will define
Instinctive Birthing and Natural Childbirth and outline its goals. We will discuss the many options you will
encounter on your journey and much more! We will take time to get to know each
other and lay a foundation for support during this special time for you and
your family.
Class 2: Nutrition and Exercise
The focus of this
class is on the basic diet requirements for a healthy pregnancy and for
breastfeeding postpartum. I will help you to evaluate your diet by asking you
to keep a journal of what you eat for the first 3 weeks. Anything you do for 21
days becomes a habit, and we want good nutrition to be a way of life for you
and your family. I will also introduce easy exercises that will help you to be
physically fit for giving birth to your baby.
Class 3: Pregnancy, Anatomy & Relaxation
You will learn basic
anatomy and physiology as it applies to pregnancy and birth, to help you to
better understand how your body functions in labor. This basic understanding
will help you to concentrate on working with your body in labor instead of
against it. We will explore how to handle the discomforts of birth naturally,
how to avoid harmful substances in pregnancy, defining diagnostic testing and
many more topics that will help you to make informed decisions for you and your
baby. You will also learn relaxation and natural breathing techniques.
Class 4: First Stage Labor
We will continue to learn more about the anatomy and
physiology as it applies to first stage labor specifically. Our focus will be
on the natural process, application of physical and emotional comfort measures,
positions, and practical ways of passing the time, timing contractions for
frequency and duration, and characteristics of labor.
Class 5: Second Stage Labor,
Delivery, Third Stage Labor, & Making a Birth Plan
Here you will learn how your body works in second
stage labor, how to push effectively, and how to listen to your body. At
delivery we will explore the Apgar rating, the cutting of the umbilical cord,
maintaining the baby’s body temperature, after care for baby, and the baby’s
first feeding. We will also discuss briefly the third stage of labor, the
delivery of the placenta. We will explore various complications and how you can
possibly avoid some of them, as well as exploring options to possible medical
interventions. If you are planning to have a natural birth in the hospital
setting, you will learn how to make a birth plan.
Class 6: Postpartum Care, Newborn care & Breastfeeding
You
will learn how to take care of yourself after your baby is born. We will also cover newborn
care, breastfeeding, what to do when baby cries, and adjusting to your role as
a parent. You will also receive the most up-to-date information on
immunization, circumcision, Postpartum Depression and more.
About Melita Franzen, CCE
Melita Franzen, CCE, is the mother of four children, all birthed naturally, and grandmother of nine grandchildren. She was certified in Los Angeles, CA in 1993 as a childbirth educator and labor coach. In 1995, after relocating to SC, she also trained as a Licensed Midwife Apprentice in South Carolina for 3 years, working under the supervision of a Licensed Midwife/Certified Professional Midwife with over 25 years experience, while providing prenatal care, postpartum care, breastfeeding guidance and support and delivering babies born at home. Melita is an Certified Fitness Trainer, which includes Sports Nutrition with 30 years experience, and a Chinese Energetics Practitioner. As a trained professional, Melita is prepared to help expectant parents to obtain the birth experience they desire. She now lives in Orlando, FL with her family.
Melita Franzen, CCE, is the mother of four children, all birthed naturally, and grandmother of nine grandchildren. She was certified in Los Angeles, CA in 1993 as a childbirth educator and labor coach. In 1995, after relocating to SC, she also trained as a Licensed Midwife Apprentice in South Carolina for 3 years, working under the supervision of a Licensed Midwife/Certified Professional Midwife with over 25 years experience, while providing prenatal care, postpartum care, breastfeeding guidance and support and delivering babies born at home. Melita is an Certified Fitness Trainer, which includes Sports Nutrition with 30 years experience, and a Chinese Energetics Practitioner. As a trained professional, Melita is prepared to help expectant parents to obtain the birth experience they desire. She now lives in Orlando, FL with her family.
Email me
today at InstinctiveBirthing@gmail.com with questions or to register
for classes.
©2002 Melita Franzen. All rights reserved.
Updated 7/2012
Updated 7/2012
Recommended Links:
All Bright Beginnings, Inc.
All Bright Beginnings, Inc. is an independent midwifery practice established by Diane Albright, Licensed Midwife. We are dedicated to providing the best care possible to low risk women during their pregnancy and birth. Our services are available to women in good, general health. http://allbrightbeginnings.com/
All Bright Beginnings, Inc. is an independent midwifery practice established by Diane Albright, Licensed Midwife. We are dedicated to providing the best care possible to low risk women during their pregnancy and birth. Our services are available to women in good, general health. http://allbrightbeginnings.com/
