Baby Prep™ Prenatal Sessions

Private Caesarean Birth Prenatal Class

COVID-19 NOTICE

We are monitoring the situation with COVID-19 carefully and evaluating already booked private in-home Caesarean Birth Prenatal Classes on a class-by-class basis. We do not want to cancel if we don’t have to but if we must those who are in cancelled courses will be contacted via email or phone.

We have Online Prenatal Classes available that you can take 1-on-1 with our instructors using video calls such as Zoom.

Date posted

Class Info

For expecting mothers and their partners that will be scheduling a planned Ceasarean Birth
The class is arranged around your schedule.
The class is taught in the privacy of your own home using a variety of instructional methods such as visual aides and plenty of practice!
The class allows you to discuss personal issues at ease.
You are able to have the sole attention of the instructor.
Surround yourself with your support network. (partner, doula, mother, sister, friend)
Confidentiality Assured

When should you take the class?

You are welcome to take a private Caesarean Birth Prenatal Class at any time after your 30th week of pregnancy. Booking in earlier is recommended to secure your preferred dates.

Who are our instructors?

All Baby Prep™ instructors are experienced Registered Nurses (BCCNM) and are currently working in the Vancouver, BC and surrounding areas. All instructors follow the BC and Canadian healthcare guidelines.

Cost

$500/couple (one 4 hour session)
- An additional $25 charge will apply for classes outside the City of Vancouver.

Additional Notes

If you would like to join a group prenatal class, you are more then welcome. Only the second Evening Group Series class or the Weekend Group Course‘s Saturday afternoon will not apply to couples scheduled for a Caesarean birth.

Private Caesarean Birth Prenatal Class Topics

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What to expect in the operating room
Understanding the surgical procedure
Making your birth experience family centered
Early signs of labour and what to watch for

Newborn behavior and abilities
Newborn appearances

Newborn tests and procedures
- Early disease screening, vitamin K, erythromycin, screening for Jaundice
Diapering
Bathing
Cord Care
Safety
Comforting the Baby

Post surgical recovery in the hospital and the first 6 weeks at home.
Emotional and physical changes after birth
Postpartum blues vs. depression
Time management
Family planning
Community resources

Introduction to breastfeeding
Steps for successful breastfeeding (struggles and rewards)
Alternatives to breastfeeding

Request Private Caesarean Birth Prenatal Class

Please fill out the form below and we will be in contact to arrange a date and time for your session. * = required information.

Are you wanting an online or in-person private class?*

Birthing Parent's Full Name*

Birthing Parent's Age*

Partner's Full Name

Street Address*

Buzzer #

City*

Email*

Phone Number*

Alt. Phone Number

Name of Doctor or Midwife*

Due Date* (YYYY-MM-DD)

Location of Birth*

Reason for the Caesarean Birth?*

Are there any health or pregnancy related concerns that your Baby Prep™ instructor should be made aware of, prior to your in-home private Caesarean Birth Prenatal Class?

Have you traveled outside of Canada within the last 14 days?*

Have you had close contact with or cared for someone diagnosed with COVID-19 within the last 14 days?*

Have you been in close contact with anyone who has traveled outside of Canada within the last 14 days?*

Have you experienced any cold or flu-like symptoms within the last 14 days (fever, cough, sore throat, respiratory illness and/or difficulty breathing)?*

How did you hear about Baby Prep?*