Groups & Classes
Whether you're newly pregnant or due in a matter of weeks, you probably have a lot on your mind related to your pregnancy, upcoming birth, and preparations for after your baby is born. There are many resources to help you as you move closer to your estimated due date. Interested in learning more or registering? You can email me through the icon at the top of the page or at 'amydeebeck@gmail.com'
Online Childbirth Education Classes
During the time when many in-person classes have been cancelled and recommendations for in-person learning change every week, I've gathered together resources and learning materials to support expecting families preparing for childbirth in this unprecedented time. While the world looks very different than in early March 2020, preparing for childbirth can remain a time for anticipation, connection and growth.
Using Zoom and Google Classroom, join me for a 4-week series as we explore the stages of labor, making informed decisions & OB tools/interventions, coping in labor, and preparing for the 4th Trimester. These are all the same topics we discuss in our in-person classes offered at the hospital or in other settings, however this goes beyond an online childbirth education course. You'll have the opportunity to talk with other parents attending class, ask questions in real-time and have two 20-minute private phone calls or video chats with me where you can receive 1:1 support.
I'm a childbirth educator at IUH Bloomington Hospital and have been working as a self-employed birth doula since 2008. Familiar with the local hospital, I can help walk you through your questions as you prepare for your child's birth.
Class meets Mondays 6-7:30pm.
November 30, December 7, 14, 21.
February 1, 8, 15, 22.
More details, link to Google Classroom and our Zoom calls will be shared the Friday before class begins.
$150/4-week series & two 20-minute private chats/video calls
Register here.
Using Zoom and Google Classroom, join me for a 4-week series as we explore the stages of labor, making informed decisions & OB tools/interventions, coping in labor, and preparing for the 4th Trimester. These are all the same topics we discuss in our in-person classes offered at the hospital or in other settings, however this goes beyond an online childbirth education course. You'll have the opportunity to talk with other parents attending class, ask questions in real-time and have two 20-minute private phone calls or video chats with me where you can receive 1:1 support.
I'm a childbirth educator at IUH Bloomington Hospital and have been working as a self-employed birth doula since 2008. Familiar with the local hospital, I can help walk you through your questions as you prepare for your child's birth.
Class meets Mondays 6-7:30pm.
November 30, December 7, 14, 21.
February 1, 8, 15, 22.
More details, link to Google Classroom and our Zoom calls will be shared the Friday before class begins.
$150/4-week series & two 20-minute private chats/video calls
Register here.
Private Childbirth Education Classes
Preparing for your upcoming birth is often times filled with a range of emotions and thoughts. As of March 11, 2020, IU Health Bloomington cancelled their childbirth education classes and are offering online classes as an alternative. If you are interested in scheduling a private class, there are many birth educators and birth professionals available to meet with you.
If you'd like to schedule a private class, email me at 'amydeebeck@gmail.com' and we can arrange scheduling. Classes vary in length, though you could probably expect to meet for 1-2 hours, 2-3 times. Cost of class is $25/hour and with it you'll receive online access to materials I've put together for a small class at The Cocuun.
If you need referrals to other educators or professionals, please let me know.
If you'd like to schedule a private class, email me at 'amydeebeck@gmail.com' and we can arrange scheduling. Classes vary in length, though you could probably expect to meet for 1-2 hours, 2-3 times. Cost of class is $25/hour and with it you'll receive online access to materials I've put together for a small class at The Cocuun.
If you need referrals to other educators or professionals, please let me know.
Groups during Pregnancy & Early Parenthood
Support can look different for everyone, but many pregnant people and new parents prepare for life's transitions through relationships with others. There is something extremely special about sharing these joys and challenges with others who might also experiencing similar emotions and questions (or at least empathize with how you're feeling!). Current offerings for pregnant people and new parents includes:
*Zoom Group for Pregnant People & New Parents on Tuesdays, 12-1pm (ongoing) free, preregister
Zoom Group for Pregnant People & New Parents is limited to 8 registrants, in order to meet the needs of attendees.
*Zoom Group for Pregnant People & New Parents on Tuesdays, 12-1pm (ongoing) free, preregister
Zoom Group for Pregnant People & New Parents is limited to 8 registrants, in order to meet the needs of attendees.
Community Groups
Community Groups are available to those seeking opportunities to share and discuss with others a variety of topics. Previous Community Groups offered include "Coming of Age Together: Supporting Children in their Middle Ages (ages 7-12)", "Simplifying Space & Self: Explore Minimalism, Create Calm in Your Family & Simplify This Season of Motherhood" & "Perimenopausal Years: Reduce Fear, Openly Share Practical Advice & Redefine Perimenopause as a Normal, Healthy and Possibly Empowering Life Transition".
Upcoming Community Groups will be shared and listed as they are scheduled. Please contact me if you're interested in a facilitated conversation with your established group.
Upcoming Community Groups will be shared and listed as they are scheduled. Please contact me if you're interested in a facilitated conversation with your established group.
