Labor Essentials Workshop

Effective labor tools to confidently prepare for a low-intervention birth

The Labor Essentials workshop shares highly practical information families can use during their labor in order to meet their goal of having a natural or low-intervention birth at any birth location. During the workshop we will discuss:

  • A breakdown of the phases of labor and what should be priorities during each of them

  • Labor positions for each phase to best encourage labor’s progression

  • How to address labor stalls

  • Signs your body is ready to push and practical tips to reduce pushing times

  • Comfort measures to effectively address discomfort

  • Breathing techniques for labor and pushing

  • The importance of relaxation and addressing our mental and emotional state during labor

  • How partners can best support mom in her pursuit of a natural or low intervention birth

  • And more!

Labor Essentials Workshop Details:

  • Duration: 3.5 hours

  • Cost: $250 per couple

  • Families will receive the course notes, handouts summarizing key principles to take to birth location, and my favorite comfort measure tool!

  • Workshops are in-person on Saturdays from 1:00-4:30 PM at Atlas Chiropractic in Charlottesville

2025 Workshop Schedule*:

  • February 8th

  • April 5th

  • May 3rd

  • June 21st

*If you are interested in class dates or times outside of those listed above, please contact me!

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