Centered Birth

While Natural, Breastfeeding is not instinctual. As a Certified Lactation Counselor(CLC) and Mother, Anna Holderknows that each mother and baby are unique and deserve an approach tailored to their needs. In addition to convenience, in-home lactation consultations provide a familiar environment in which mom and baby can fully relax and best achieve their breastfeeding goals.

Lactation Consultations are for those who:

Have low milk supply
Have sore or damaged nipples
Have a baby who is refusing the breast
Are experiencing engorgement
Have a baby that is slow to gain weight
Have had a breast reduction or augmentation
Have any other concerns or barriers that are preventing breastfeeding enjoyment

Each Lactation Consultation session includes:

A review of goals and concerns
A review of birth and breastfeeding history
Observation of the feeding session
Weighing of baby before and after feeding to determine intake
A personalized breastfeeding plan to help you meet your goals
Follow up phone and email support

Preconceive(d) Notions
2 hours
$60
*please inquire if you would like to take this course *
If you're thinking about becoming pregnant this workshop is for you! Participants will focus on creating and maintaining their optimal state to ease conception and the early pregnancy period. Participants will explore such topics as:

The right care provider for you
Tests, treatments and exams to have before conceiving
Fertility awareness and "charting"
Appropriate nutrition including vitamins and supplements
Exercise and fitness
Common environmental obstacles to conception
Special circumstances(diabetes,non-ideal body weight,vegetarian lifestyle)

This class is ideal for women who are planning to conceive in the next 3-6 months.
This class is taught by Anna Holder and Sarah Daubman

Birth Works Pregnancy Education and Childbirth Preparation
15 hours
$275
5:30 pm to 8:30pm
* must register one week prior to first class *
Whether you're planning a birth center, home or hospital birth; new and experienced parents will learn practical tools to have a satisfying and safe pregnancy and birth. This unique class is designed to be started early in pregnancy as it provides complete pregnancy education(including nutrition, exercise and pelvic bodywork) and total childbirth preparation tools(guided visualization{hypnosis}, massage, breath-work and relaxation). For more information visit Birthworks Website.

Topics covered in this class are:

Options for birth and birth planning
The safety of vaginal birth after cesarean (VBAC)
Nutrition, exercise and wellness
Relaxation, pelvic awareness and bodywork
Breathing, massage and optimal pelvic positioning for a shorter and easier labor
Making informed choices about medical interventions
Baby care and breastfeeding
Guided visualizations{hypnosis} and fear release to ease anxiety
How our beliefs and attitudes affect our birth experience

Also included:

Birth Works class workbook - a comprehensive handbook of readings, medical studies and quick reference information
Return to any or all of the classes, free of charge,
continuous phone and e-mail support from your instructor
Multi-media learning tools to enhance your understanding of the birth process

This class is offered as a 5 week series and is taught by Anna Holder

Download Class Outline (PDF)

Labor, Birth and Postpartum

3 class series 2 hours each class. $140

This class covers such topics as:

Optimal fetal positioning during late pregnancy
How to tell labor has begun
What to expect at the birth center or hospital
Comfort measures , guided, visualization(self-hypnosis) and relaxation techniques
Pelvic bodywork and Breathing
Positions for labor and birth
Postpartum procedures for mom and baby

This class is taught by Anna Holder

Preparing for Cesarean Section
2 hours
$60
*please inquire if you would like to take this course *
Cesarean section is the most commonly performed surgery in the country, yet it is often shrouded in mystery. This class will provide expectant parents with information on everything from the discussing the decision with their doctor to bringing baby home. Some topics that will be covered are:

Medical indications
Creating a birth plan
Operating room procedures
Role of the partner/support person
Newborn assessments
Bonding and breastfeeding
Post-operative recovery
Pain management
Birth options after cesarean

This class is taught by Anna Holder.

Birth a la Carte

Expectant parents are invited to create customized classes to accommodate busy schedules and specific areas of interest. Each 2 hour class focuses on 2 topics of your choice. Please refer to the Birth Works Course outline for a sample offering of available topics the course outline. $65/class

Pre-birth Counseling

Help with decision making regarding birth place and attendance, creating a birth plan, overcoming negative feelings about birth and parenting, dealing with unresolved previous birth trauma.

$30/hour

The Hudson Valley's leading providers of pregnancy, childbirth and postpartum services. Educators, doulas and mind-body practitioners have come together to provide a nurturing environment for women and their families.

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