Childbirth Prep - Saturday, Apr 6, 13, 20, 27 - 4 Weeks, 2pm-5pm - In Person, In Studio
Prenatal Breastfeeding Class - April 2 - In Person, In Studio
Childbirth is a magical and memorable journey; one that often unfolds in a unique and surprising way. By deciding to educate yourself on pregnancy and childbirth, you can prepare your mind, body and soul for this transformative journey and unlock the freedom to make informed decisions about this most important part of your life. Preparing for birth involves more than data and techniques–we seek to educate future parents holistically. Our classes will empower you and your partner with a comprehensive education in the physiology of childbirth, the options and support that are available to you, comfort measures, and preparing for the early postpartum period with your baby.
Our class will give you the peace of mind to face childbirth courageously, with an open heart and a prepared mind. Lana has been present for over 20 births in her role as a birth doula. Her course blends the techniques she has acquired as a birth worker, lactation counselor and mother of three.
Not satisfied with your previous birth experience? Classes aren’t just for first time parents. Childbirth classes are an investment in your child's first birthday!
Recommend in your second trimester, or early third trimester, for all pregnancies whether it’s your first time or you just want to experience things differently this time
Receive emotional and spiritual support as you journey a labyrinth of new experiences that will lead to meeting your baby
Know what to expect from your birth experience
Mentally prepare for the choices that may be presented in your birth
Draft a birth plan and receive tools to help prepare your toolkit for your big day
Learn natural coping techniques to manage the sensations of labour for you and your partner
Bring confidence and awareness into the moment to make choices aligned with your best intentions
Prioritize your needs in the postpartum period to enjoy a smooth transition into parenthood
Is breastfeeding a goal of yours? We highly recommend you follow the class with our Prenatal Breastfeeding course, offered at a discounted rate of $50/couple for clients enrolled in one of our prenatal classes.
Our Instructor
Lana Joy Wahlquist, Birth & Postnatal Doula
I’m Lana and I am a birth doula, lactation educator, and mother to three beautiful children. Helping new moms has been my passion for over a decade. I believe that every woman or birthing person deserves to be fully supported while they are giving birth because giving birth is hard enough on its own! Childbirth is more than medical or physiological—it is a rite of passage for both mother and baby and it is my aim that this sacredness is protected in your unique birth experience.
When I was having my own babies, I took classes in the Bradley Method and HypnoBabies, and the study I did during those three pregnancies made me passionate about childbirth. Since then, I have earned certification as a labor doula through CAPPA, I’ve become a certificated Lactation Education Specialist with BreastfeedLA in Los Angeles, and I was also trained in traditional rebozo techniques with Gena Garcia-Kirby. Before becoming a doula, I was an experienced breastfeeding peer counselor, trained and accredited by La Leche League International since 2013. I am eager to help you initiate and sustain breastfeeding once your baby arrives.
As your doula, I know that I am one part of a supportive circle of care around you, present to care and sustain you as you do some of the most important work of your life.