Advocacy
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Comfort
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Empowerment
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Advocacy ✳ Comfort ✳ Empowerment ✳
Leah Hairston, MSSW, CLC, CD, PE
Sweet Bee Services, CEO
Perinatal Social Worker, Full-Spectrum Doula, Certified Lactation Counselor, EBB Instructor
Are you an expectant parent seeking a childbirth experience that is both informed and empowering? Look no further! At Sweet Bee Services, we are excited to now offer Evidence Based Birth® Childbirth Classes designed specifically to prioritize your comfort and prepare your support team to advocate for your empowered journey into parenthood.
Hello! My name is Leah and I’d be honored to be your EBB instructor. I’ve been serving families for nearly 10 years throughout the East Coast and Midwest. I’ve walked with clients through homebirths & hospital births, both high and low-risk, finding comprehensive ways to equip them for an empowered birth and postpartum journey. Now it’s your turn! Register for your class today!
Why Choose Our Evidence Based Birth® Childbirth Class?
1. Informed Decision-Making: Our class is rooted in evidence-based practices, ensuring that you have access to the latest, most accurate information regarding childbirth. We believe that informed decision-making is key to an empowered experience, and we are committed to equipping you with the knowledge you need.
2. Comfort-Centered Approach: We understand that comfort plays a pivotal role in your childbirth experience. That is why our class focuses on various techniques and strategies to enhance your comfort during labor, including relaxation exercises, breathing techniques, and pain management options. We firmly believe that a comfortable parent is an empowered parent.
3. Advocacy for Empowerment: We are passionate about advocating for your rights, preferences, and desires throughout your childbirth journey. Our class will equip you with the tools and knowledge to effectively communicate your needs to healthcare professionals, ensuring that your voice is heard, respected, and honored.
4. Holistic Support: Our Evidence Based Birth® Childbirth Class doesn't just focus on the physical aspects of childbirth. We also emphasize the emotional and mental well-being of parents. Through various mindfulness techniques and coping strategies, we aim to support you in maintaining a positive mindset and fostering a strong connection throughout the birthing process.
5. Community and Connection: Our class provides a nurturing environment where you can connect with other expectant parents who are on a similar journey. Building a community of support and shared experiences can be invaluable as you navigate the joys and challenges of childbirth and early parenthood.
Experience the Sweet Bee Difference
At Sweet Bee Services, we take pride in our commitment to providing evidence-based education and support. This childbirth class offers an exceptional level of personalized attention and a curriculum tailored to meet your unique needs. We believe that every parent deserves an empowered childbirth experience, and we are here to guide you every step of the way.
Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to prepare yourself not only physically but also mentally and emotionally for one of life's most transformative moments. Join us for our Evidence Based Birth® Childbirth Class today and embark on your journey towards an empowered, comfortable, and advocacy-driven childbirth experience.
We look forward to helping you achieve the childbirth experience you've always dreamed of!
Evidence Based Birth Childbirth Class
Our mission is to equip you with the knowledge, confidence, and support you need to embrace parenthood with empowerment and joy. Join us on this transformative journey, and let's take the first step toward a positive and informed childbirth experience. Your questions and active participation are encouraged as we strive to create a supportive community of expectant parents.
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Meet Your Instructor & Set Up EBB Profile
Here’s where we get started! Read here to learn more about Doula Leah and get your birth team’s EBB profile set up.
Here’s where we get started! Read here to learn more about Doula Leah and get your birth team’s EBB profile set up.
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Join us on Zoom for our 1st Live Session!
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Secure your spot in 2024 and register today!
Limited spots remaining.
Are you ready to embark on your journey into parenthood confident and prepared?? Join our four-week Evidence-Based Birth childbirth education classes designed to equip you for an empowered birth experience. From the comfort of your home, our classes offer the latest evidence-based information for labor comfort and advocacy. All while also offering the mentorship of an experienced and compassionate instructor. Get the help you need to make informed choices during pregnancy, birth & postpartum!
Schedule of Upcoming Classes
February: Tuesdays from 6:30 pm-8:30 pm
March: Tuesdays from 6:30 pm-8:30 pm
April: Tuesdays from 6:30 pm-8:30 pm
June: Tuesdays from 6:30 pm-8:30 pm
September: Tuesdays from 6:30 pm-8:30 pm
October: Tuesdays from 6:30 pm-8:30 pm
November: Tuesdays from 6:30 pm-8:30 pm
What You’ll Learn:
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Learn how to integrate research evidence, clinical experience, and YOUR VALUES to tailor your care to your personal preferences and goals.
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Learn how to prepare your mind and body for a smooth, comfortable labor experience. We’ll also equip you and your partner with the tools you need to have your medical team understand and support your values.
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Leave class with a better understanding of the various medical interventions available, when they may be helpful, and having laid out a plan of action for your birth experience.
Course FAQ
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We cover 6 weeks of material in 4 sessions. Each week you’ll have access to self-paced online content to prepare for our live Zoom classes.
Session 1: Orientation and Evidence Based Care (2 hrs)
Session 2: Comfort Measures and Advocacy (2 hrs)
Session 3: Interventions and Birth Plans (2 hrs)
Session 4: The 4th Trimester and Rehearsal (2 hrs)
Bonus Material: Newborn Care and Feeding Supports
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Your $400 fee covers a ticket for the birthing person and 1 additional ticket for their preferred support person.
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Yes! We offer limited seats each month for doulas to audit the entire class series for a separate fee. 1 additional support person is welcome to attend our dress rehearsal session for free, however. Please email hello@sweetbeedoula.com or call 410-929-0411 for more information.
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Absolutely! Please email hello@sweetbeedoula.com or call us at 410-929-0411.
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In acknowledgment of wage gaps that disproportionately impact women and folks of color, we offer a payment plan option. Please reach out to us at hello@sweetbeedoula.com or call us at 410-929-0411 to inquire. We never want finances to prevent someone from accessing education and empowerment.
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We keep class sizes small to honor the intimate nature of our conversations. Registration reserves your spot in our class and is non-refundable. With advanced notice and approval, registration can be transferred to a later class. This is permitted at the discretion of the Sweet Bee Services Administrative Team. Please reach out by email at hello@sweetbeedoula.com or by phone at 410-929-0411 for more information.
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You’re welcome to audit class with your client or separately. Packages include access to our dress rehearsal class only, or variations of attending all the sessions with 7 weeks of access to our online content and/or a trial membership for new EBB members. Submit an inquiry through the form below.
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.
Secure Your Spot Today!
Are you ready to embark on your journey into parenthood confident and prepared?? Join our four-week Evidence-Based Birth childbirth education classes designed to equip you for an empowered birth experience. From the comfort of your home, our classes offer the latest evidence-based information for labor comfort and advocacy. All while also offering the mentorship of an experienced and compassionate instructor. Get the help you need to make informed choices during pregnancy, birth & postpartum!
