Evidence Based Birth® Classes

We are now offering many virtual and hybrid (in-person NYC) sessions for this amazing childbirth class.

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I really appreciated how informative it was. I knew a lot about the biology of birth and babies, but what we learned was just very impressive. It was a really good experience - fairly chill, fairly laid back, and not nearly as awkward as I thought it might be. All the information - I never would've thought there was that much information out there! If we hadn't taken this class, it would have been significantly more stressful.

David, EBB Childbirth Class

Don't you wish you could take a childbirth class that includes..

Mentorship from an experienced Evidence Based Birth® Instructor

Four classes (virtual options) with your EBB® Instructor and classmates to prepare for the labor process and practice your labor skills

Five weeks of online videos for you and your partner(s) to watch (w/ closed captions in English and Spanish)

In-depth, spiral-bound workbook in physical and digital format

Bonus

Breastfeeding / chestfeeding and newborn care videos
Earn points throughout the class to get prizes at the end

Want to Watch a Sample Instructional Video?

Watch this short video to get an idea of the types of skills you can learn in the Evidence Based Birth® Childbirth Class! You and your support person(s) will love watching these videos!

Classes for Parents & Professionals

Nurturing recovery care designed to ease your transition into parenthood with expert hands-on and emotional support

EBB® Savvy Birth Workshop for Parents - $100

Learning Objectives Covered in the Workshop:

Define evidence-based care
Discuss the availability and pros/cons of local birth options in NYC
Practice respectful ways to talk with your provider
Discuss how partners, doulas, and nurses can work together to provide labor support
Describe the benefits and limitations of birth plans
Discuss the human and legal rights of birthing persons

3-Hour Virtual Class

EBB® Comfort Measures for Labor & Delivery Nurses - $150+

Contact hours: By attending this workshop and completing an evaluation and quiz, registrants at the Professional or Super User ticket level will earn a certificate for 3.5 nursing contact hours from Evidence Based Birth®, a continuing education provider for the Kentucky Board of Nursing #7-0081. Nursing contact hours can also be applied to most childbirth educator and doula certifications.

Learning Objectives for the Comfort Measures Workshop:

Discuss the evidence on comfort measures
Demonstrate a variety of comfort measures
Discuss how we can overcome barriers to providing comfort measures

3-Hour In-Person Class

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Inclusion Policy

Evidence Based Birth® is committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming environment for pregnant persons of any age, religion, race, sexual identity, gender identity, or relationship status. This class is a safe space for people of any gender, race, sexual orientation, religion, or class. Harmful language or behavior will not be tolerated.

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FAQs

Can’t I just educate myself online using Google and YouTube?

A lot of that info you find online about pregnancy and birth? It’s inaccurate! The benefit of the Evidence Based Birth® class is that we curate all of the best, evidence-based information for you. What’s more, you can ask your experienced Evidence Based Birth® Instructor questions any time– meaning you’ll have someone to mentor you through the process!

My friends told me that taking a childbirth class is a waste of time.

Unfortunately, there are a lot of poor-quality classes out there, which have given childbirth education a bad reputation. The founder of Evidence Based Birth®, Rebecca Dekker, PhD, RN, is a former college prof who knows how to make classes exciting for teens and adults. The end result is a class that is motivating and SO much fun to participate in. You will learn more than you could ever imagine!

What makes the EBB Childbirth Class so different?

For starters, we talk about the real issues affecting childbirth today. We do not shy away from addressing the issues caused by patriarchy, institutional racism, or lack of inclusivity.

Shouldn’t I just let the doctors and nurses tell me what to do?

Routine practices in some hospitals are still about 15 to 20 years behind the research, and there is a lot of pressure to conform to traditions that might not be in your best interests. We will teach you and your partner(s) how to be your own advocate—how to respectfully speak up for yourself, your partner, and your child. This is a skill you can use for the rest of your life!

What will I learn in this class that could be of use to me?

Our students are most excited to learn about the entire toolkit of comfort measures for labor. We cover pain management techniques like massage, water immersion, upright birthing positions, acupressure, music therapy, and deep breathing, just to name a few. Then you get hands-on practice in our Comfort Measures Rehearsal. When labor starts, you and your support team will be ready!

What if I have more questions?

If you have questions about taking a class, we encourage you to reach out to us at Mom@themothershipnyc.com. Please put “Childbirth Class” in any emails.