Why birth classes for lesbian women only?

When a lesbian woman gets pregnant, she is forced into a world of heterosexuality.  Everyone assumes that she got pregnant "the old fashioned way."  She is bombarded with questions about the father...who is he?, is he excited?, are you married?, etc.  And what about her partner?  Often, the non-biological mother goes unrecognized as a woman about to become a mom.  Attending a childbirth education class with lesbian only women provides a safe space to be open, that the partner be fully recognized as a parent-to-be, and that the couple won't be the "token lesbians" in the class. 

How are the classes organized?

The classes are currently a weekend intensive, Friday through Sunday.  I do not follow a particular style of birthing class (such as Bradley method, Birthing From Within, Lamaze, etc.) but I draw from many different techniques and personal experience.  Each series of classes is tailored to the specific needs of the attendees whether they are planning a home, hospital, or birth center birth. 

When are the classes offered?

Classes begin on a continual basis depending on the needs of the attendees.  Most classes are scheduled for evenings or weekends as that is what fits for most people.  It's best to call early to schedule to ensure availability.

Where are classes offered?

Classes are held at Big Belly Services in Seattle or at Moonrise Health and Birth in Lynnwood.  In some cases, I will come to your home for private classes.

Next class: Big Belly Services

"Cloth diapering for today" will teach you everything you wanted to know about cloth diapering.  Gone are the days of poking yourself or your baby with diaper pins and figuring out how to fold a piece of cloth to put on your baby.  Today there are prefolds, fitteds, all-in-ones, pocket diapers, and many more.  In this class, you will be introduced to what your options are when it comes to cloth. 

Upcoming classes: November 16, 11:30-1:00

Cost: $10 per person which goes towards a purchase from Birth and Beyond

Please register by calling Birth and Beyond

Where: Birth and Beyond, 2610 E. Madison, Seattle, (206)324-4831