Childbirth Classes

Childbirth Classes for Puget Sound Birth Center are taught by PSMBC client and co-owner, Liz Chalmers and by Wendy Dean, beloved doula, childbirth educator, and parenting expert. Here is more information about the classes:

"Birth Zone classes emphasize the simplicity of the process and the power of your body to do the work. At the end of the series of classes, my goal is that you will be:

• more confident of your ability to birth
• more equipped with techniques you can turn to in labor
• more knowledgeable about the process and the paths you may take
• more capable of making informed decisions regarding your care
• for the birth partner: more confident of your role

Whether you give birth--as most of you will--using only your own resources, or whether you require some assistance along the way, we hope you will look back on the birth of your baby with satisfaction and joy. we wish you the best of births."

Classes are available both for first-time parents and for those looking for a refresher class.

For more information, call Liz Chalmers at (425) 998-7549 or email Teachers@BirthZone.com or visit www.birthzone.com

Parent-Baby Groups

Wendy Dean's Back to Work Group
6 Sunday classes, starting Feb 17th.
For more info: http://birthzone.com/ParentBabyGroups.htm

Eastside Women's Health & Lactation
Drop in Breastfeeding Clinic
Every Thursday 11:30am-1pm, starting March 7th
For more info: http://www.kristinacnm.com/dropin.html

Hypnosis for Birth - Introduction

Have you heard about Hypnobirthing®, Hypnobabies®, or Hypnosis for Birth?
Wondering what it is, how it works, and if it’s the right choice for you?
Then this class is for you!

Nancy Allin, CHt is a mother, grandmother, clinical hypnotherapist, and
birth doula. She had her daughter at home in 1977 with a midwife, her
grandson was born at PSBC, and she has attended over 200 births (the
majority at home or birth center).

Nancy has taught Hypnosis for Birth for 11 years. In this class session she
will go over the basics of Hypnosis for Birth, how it works in birth,
specific situations that benefit from hypnosis, as well as answer your
questions.

This free introductory session is offered usually on the 2nd Saturday of the
month. The session starts at 10AM and last approximately 1½ hours.

To reserve your space or for more information, call Nancy at 425-827-9498 or
visit her website at www.hypnosisforbirth.com.

Listening Mothers

Listening Mothers has been supporting infants and their moms for almost 10 years. The program draws from brain science, attachment theory, and knowledge about emotional development to create a unique program that helps establish a strong foundation for a long lasting bond between children and their parents. The series lasts for 8 weeks. Learn more about the Listening Mothers program at www.listeningmothers.org or email mail them at info@listeningmothers.org or call (206) 275.0104