Outstanding Resource for Moms-to-Be

Pregnant women certainly can't complain about a lack of resources on the topic of childbirth and childcare. In fact, the number of books, magazines, websites and advice floating around out there is nothing short of overwhelming.



I did some research to find a good childbirth class. My husband and I wanted a class that wasn't necessarily about hospital rules or procedures, but rather that was about making informed choices. We wanted to learn about the natural birthing process, the pros and cons of all the various options, and what questions to ask our doctor.



An organization called Realbirth has provided all the information we were looking for! Instead of teaching only one method such as "Lamaze," "Bradley," or "Hypnobirth" strategies, the methodology is an “all-method” approach, because often women need more than one tool to move through labor.



Realbirth offers expectant mothers (and her support person) a wide variety of classes designed to inform and empower each couple to understand the labor and birth process, techniques and strategies to help feel in control, and enough knowledge to make decisions about pain-coping techniques and interventions during labor. Aside from childbirth classes, they also offer classes on breastfeeding, infant care, sibling preparation, and groups for new mothers and babies.



Realbirth is New York City's first comprehensive center solely dedicated to informing the pregnant consumer and supporting postpartum families. The organization was founded by Erica Lyon in 2003 who teaches along with an experienced staff, all certified through the CEA/MNY, Childbirth Education Association of Metro New York. Realbirth has locations in both Chelsea and Midtown, NYC.



Instead of courses offered through the hospital, I recommend trying Realbirth. They are a source you can trust, and they have your best interests in mind. My experience with this organization so far has been outstanding.



http://www.realbirth.com/



posted by Jessica Silver, MAOM, L.Ac.

Aiyana Acupuncture and Chinese Herbs

212-894-0767

http://www.amazinghealing.com/