Birth Talk, LLC Childbirth Education, Birth and Postpartum Care in Chicago

The new year brings new, small group classes! Choose from an all-day childbirth class, comfort measures for labor, or intro to birth options. *Please note that registration and payment for all group classes is handled by Adeline's Room. Visit adelinesroom.com or call 847-859-2312 for more information.

Birth Talk has specialized in private childbirth classes for nearly a decade! Our individualized approach ensures you'll be able to make informed decisions for the birth experience that's right for YOU. Your home, your schedule...your birth! For more information, please contact us.

Birth Talk classes are based on the Lamaze philosophy of birth as a normal, natural process. I recommend finishing the series no later than your 35th week of pregnancy. In the series, you will learn about late pregnancy, the signs and stages of labor, the birth partner's role, natural comfort measures (breathing techniques, relaxation and visualization exercises, etc.), positions for labor, hydrotherapy, medication/epidural options, assisted deliveries, cesarean birth, communication skills, labor/doula support, unexpected outcomes, immediate postpartum care for mother and baby, initiating breastfeeding and the transition to parenthood.
Two, 3-hour classes

If you already know a lot about the labor and birth process but wish to learn more about natural comfort measures and coping techniques, this workshop is for you! This is also an excellent refresher course and is ideal for mothers planning a vaginal birth after cesarean (VBAC). We'll briefly review the stages of labor, and then focus solely on using natural techniques to help labor progress. You will practice relaxation and visualization techniques, deep breathing and positions for labor, and talk about the birth partner's role as well as labor/doula support. This class is offered in the comfort of your own home as a weeknight or weekend session for 3 hours.
One 3-hour class

Do you have questions about choosing a maternity care provider or birth place? Maybe you'd like assistance writing a birth plan or tips on how to talk to your boss about breastfeeding and returning to work. Birth Talk is here to help! If you’re looking for a quick refresher course, simply want to focus on just a few specific topics, or talk about whatever’s on your mind, I will create a session to suit your needs.
Two hour minimum charge

Please contact me for more information and to register for the class that best suits your needs. I'm happy to answer any questions you may have, and look forward to sharing some "birth talk" with you!