English Spoken

If the regular Dutch Voorbereid Bevallen course is not an option for you, because you or your partner doesn’t speak or understand Dutch, it is possible to follow this course in English.
This course helps you prepare for the birth of your baby in an informative and practical way. During this day you will learn and practice different birthing techniques as well as what’s and why’s about labor.

Cozy atmosphere at a beautiful location

Since 2011

In close cooperation with local midwives

What to expect?

Voorbereid Bevallen offers a short, powerful course for parents to be, who wants to be well prepared for the birth of their baby. We give extensive information about what happens during childbirth and how to manage it. We discuss about pain and the way you experience pain. There is also space to discuss your fears and questions. The coaching role of the partner throughout the birth is one of the main focuses. So, your partner can be actively involved during childbirth. The physical exercises prepare you to handle the contractions.

Knowledge increases your awareness and assertiveness, so you’ll able to make choices that suits you. Together we will be strong!

Date:

November 30, 2024
January 25, 2025
Match 22, 2025
May 24, 2025

Program

During this fully catered day course we will discuss childbirth in chronological order, from the start of labor to the pushing stage. There will be space for interaction, practical exercises, a delicious lunch, and (bathroom) breaks. Afterwards you will receive extra digital information to review at home. The number of participants is 3 to 7 couples.

Topics

The pregnant body
Start of labor
The stage of dilation
Managing pain during labor
How to handle contractions (breathing techniques, positions and relaxation)

The stage of pushing
The birth of the baby
When things go differently (possible interventions)
Positions for the pushing stage
Pushing technique