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The Childbirth Class is an opportunity for an expectant couple to be in the company of other expectant couples and share similar and common feelings and expectations about their pregnancy and eventual childbirth. In this setting, the student-couple are provided information about relevant topics that are otherwise largely inaccessible to them. The experience of most Filipino expectant couples leaves a lot to be desired in terms of getting sufficient and valuable information. Hence, they are less able (if at all) to work more intimately with their doctors and to make informed choices about the kind of childbirth experience they would never think they could aspire for.
Introduction to Preparation for Childbirth Classes
* history & goals
* overview of class
Nutrition & Prenatal Exercises
* important nutrients needed & quantity
* where does the weight go
* getting in tune with your body & baby
* exercises to relieve pregnancy discomforts
Process of Labor & Delivery
* maternal anatomy
* how to detect true labor
* what could happen during the birth process
* discussion of hospital procedures
* maternal movements & positions
Relaxation Exercises
* how to learn to detect tension & to lessen it
* practice of different relaxation exercises
Breathing & Pushing Techniques
* how useful are the relaxation & breathing exercises
* normal & slow breathing to manage pain
* how to push effectively
Complications in Pregnancy & Childbirth
* understanding common complications
* ways to minimize complications
* medications during labor & delivery
Role of the Birth Partner
* coaching during the birth process
* father's role in breastfeeding
The Newborn
* initial care - diapering, bathing
* breastfeeding
Aurelin Fernando
Sunday, 9 - 11:30AM
Rm 101 Mayo Center/ Institute of SocialOrder, Fr. Arrupe Rd, Ateneo de Manila University, Katipunan Ave., Quezon City
Romanita Kanapi
Saturday, 9 -11:30AM
Rm 2 Walter Hogan Conference Center/Institute of Social Order/ISO , Fr. Arrupe Road, Katipunan Ave., Quezon City
Saturday, 9 - 11:30AM
Rm 1, Parish Center, Santuario de San Antonio Church, McKinley, Forbes Park, Makati City
* Sunday & Saturday afternoon sessions sometimes available
The class fee is Php 4,000 until December 2009 inclusive of materials for the couple. A 50% minimum down payment is required upon registration.
Discover the advantages of infant massage through technique demonstrations and hands-on exercises.
Topics Included:
- History of infant massage
- Benefits of skin stimulation
- Getting ready for infant massage
- Bonding & infant massage
- Relaxation techniques
- Massage techniques
- Mother and infant exercises
For Inquiries:
Aureliin Fernando Tel: 932-2743; 0918-927-1729
Romanita Kanapi Tel: 436-1757 ; 0917-541-5114
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