Evidence Based Birth® Childbirth Education Classes
Until the COVID-19 crisis has passed, all classes will be online
with live mentoring from your instructor, Cindy.
Online Only option - Early Spring Session runs Mondays April 6 - May 11, 2020
Online Only option -Late Spring Session runs Mondays May 25 - June 29, 2020
Are you looking for a childbirth class in Morristown, New Jersey, that gives you the flexibility of online learning, but also the support of in-person connections?
By taking the Evidence Based Birth® Childbirth Class, you and your partner will not only learn the evidence for your birth options in an online class, but you’ll also get to meet in-person with an experienced instructor and other parents in the Morristown, NJ / North Jersey area who are going through pregnancy and birth just like you! Each class is limited to only 6 couples. We have new series starting each season.
This Evidence Based Birth® Childbirth Class is taught by Cindy Calvano, MSEd, CPDT, CD, BMCE, LLLL. Cindy is a Certified Doula Trainer, Childbirth Educator, Doula, and Lactation Counselor who has been teaching Evidence Based Birth® classes to parents and professionals since 2015!
By taking the Evidence Based Birth® Childbirth Class, you and your partner will not only learn the evidence for your birth options in an online class, but you’ll also get to meet in-person with an experienced instructor and other parents in the Morristown, NJ / North Jersey area who are going through pregnancy and birth just like you! Each class is limited to only 6 couples. We have new series starting each season.
This Evidence Based Birth® Childbirth Class is taught by Cindy Calvano, MSEd, CPDT, CD, BMCE, LLLL. Cindy is a Certified Doula Trainer, Childbirth Educator, Doula, and Lactation Counselor who has been teaching Evidence Based Birth® classes to parents and professionals since 2015!
Birth Professionals Seeking to Observe?
We love auditors! If you are a birth professional seeking to audit the class you can learn more at my site for professionals, or register directly by choosing the session of your choice by clicking here or on any registration button.
In-Person and Online Class
- We will have our first and last classes in-person, and you will do the rest of your learning online!
- For the online learning portion, you and your partner will watch class videos on your computer or phone
- For every video you watch on your own, you’ll earn points towards fun prizes!
- You’ll have access to the Instructor during weekly Zoom sessions (video chat). We’ll pick the weekly date/time for our online meetings based on the group’s availability
- Early Spring 2020 Classes
- First in-person class is Monday April 6, 7-9pm
- Zoom calls are scheduled Mondays April 13, 20, 27 & May 4 - 8-9pm (we may be able to shift these dates and time based on the group's availability)
- Last in-person class is Monday May 11, 7-9pm
- Join our Facebook Event Page for these Early Spring classes
- Late Spring 2020 Classes
- First in-person class is Monday May 13, 6:30-8:30pm
- Last in-person class is Monday June 17, 6:30-8:30pm
- Join our Facebook Event Page for these Late Spring classes
- The in-person sessions meet at Avalon Wellness Center- a beautiful and centrally located space in the same building as Avalon Midwives, and New Jersey's only free-standing Birth Center, Our Birthing Center.
- If the dates don’t work for you please contact me and we can work to meet your individual needs. I happily offer private in-home sessions as well.
What is Included in this Childbirth Class?
Both standard and deluxe registration includes the in-person classes, weekly Zoom video chats with your Instructor, access to your lessons online at the Evidence Based Birth® Academy, a PDF library, and a reunion “birth story” class. If you choose the “deluxe” option, you will get 6 months access to the online portion plus an extra 45 minute private zoom call with Cindy to discuss your birth plan.
One ticket is good for both the pregnant parent and their chosen support person. Your doula is also invited to attend any of our in-person sessions, if you have a doula! We will provide incentives for doing the out-of-class work.
One ticket is good for both the pregnant parent and their chosen support person. Your doula is also invited to attend any of our in-person sessions, if you have a doula! We will provide incentives for doing the out-of-class work.
Topics Covered
In this class, we focus on comfort, evidence, and advocacy. These are the topics we’ll cover that will help you and your birth partner prepare for birth!
- How your Partner can be your Advocate
- Evidence Based Care
- Overcoming Fears and Anxieties
- Comfort Measures
- Stages of Labor
- Navigating the Healthcare System
- Providers (Models of Care)
- Support
- Doulas
- Communicating with Hospital Staff
- Know your Rights
- Interventions
- Pain Relief
- Labor Rehearsal
- Postpartum Discussion
- Newborn Procedures
- Baby Care
- Breastfeeding
Will I Learn how to have a Natural Birth?
Evidence Based Birth® believes that every person has their own unique path. Instead of focusing on medicated vs. unmedicated birth, we focus on giving you tools and helping you learn the evidence, so that you can be empowered to make your own decisions! We do have a strong emphasis on non-drug comfort measures, because they have no side effects and can be used by everyone, whether or not you plan to use medications.
At the end of this class, you will have all the tools you need to create your ultimate labor and birth experience. If you want a natural birth, this class will give you the relaxation and pain management tools you need to have a natural birth. If you need an epidural or Cesarean, we’ll cover how you can be empowered that way, too!
At the end of this class, you will have all the tools you need to create your ultimate labor and birth experience. If you want a natural birth, this class will give you the relaxation and pain management tools you need to have a natural birth. If you need an epidural or Cesarean, we’ll cover how you can be empowered that way, too!
Ticket Options
Choose the package that works best for you!
Standard package Includes 3-months access to the online portion of the class, printed materials, private Facebook community, two in-person classes, and a reunion.
Deluxe package Includes 6-months access to the online portion of the class, printed materials, private Facebook community, two in-person classes, an extra 45 minute private and individualized zoom call to go over your birth plan, and a reunion.
Students that register later than two weeks before the first class will receive a digital manual in lieu of a printed manual.
Should you wish to pay with cash, please contact Cindy directly.
Standard package Includes 3-months access to the online portion of the class, printed materials, private Facebook community, two in-person classes, and a reunion.
Deluxe package Includes 6-months access to the online portion of the class, printed materials, private Facebook community, two in-person classes, an extra 45 minute private and individualized zoom call to go over your birth plan, and a reunion.
Students that register later than two weeks before the first class will receive a digital manual in lieu of a printed manual.
Should you wish to pay with cash, please contact Cindy directly.
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.
Refund Policy
Your payment reserves a spot in the class and is non-refundable, but tickets are transferable with adequate notice and approval from Cindy.