Welcome to The EBB Childbirth Class!
Hi! I’m Sandra, your Evidence Based Birth® Instructor. With more than 10 years of experience supporting families in birth and early parenthood, I am also a DONA certified birth doula, postpartum doula, and certified lactation counselor located in Central Virginia. In teaching the EBB Childbirth Class, I focus on tools for comfort and advocacy along with evidence-based information in a judgement-free, unbiased environment. It is my goal to offer the tools and support that will empower parents to make their own informed and confident decisions surrounding birth and early parenthood.
What's included in the class?
- Mentorship from Sandra, experienced EBB Instructor, DONA certified doula, and certified lactation counselor
- Six live online meetings with your instructor and classmates to have your questions answered, prepare for birth & early parenthood, and practice labor tools & skills
- Five weeks of online videos for you and your partner to watch along with access to library of EBB Signature Articles, birth videos, and special resources
- Comprehensive workbook to help you follow along with the course material – available in physical or digital format
- AND MORE… a class reunion to reconnect with your classmates, prizes for completing the course, and bonus video content on newborn care
What topics will be covered?
- Evidence Based Care
- Overcoming Fears & Anxieties
- Stages of Labor
- Tools for Comfort & Progress in Labor
- Common Interventions
- Creating Your Own Birth Preferences & Plans
- Communicating with Your Care Team
- Tools for Confident & Supportive Partners
- Newborn Care & Feeding
- … And More!
What is the format of the class?
The class meets weekly for 6 live Zoom sessions. Each week, students will complete the online portion of the class by watching pre-recorded videos and reviewing assigned materials on their own schedule between live sessions. We will then come together for our weekly Zoom discussions, which are 1 hour in length. Our meetings for Weeks 1 and 6 are a bit more hands-on and will be 2 hours each.
Class size is intentionally small, with a maximum of 6 couples per class, allowing for plenty of discussion, personalized support, and space for answering questions.
Weekly discussion topics include:
– Week 1 – Evidence Based Care
– Week 2 – Comfort & Advocacy 101
– Week 3 – Comfort & Advocacy 201
– Week 4 – Interventions & Birth Plans
– Week 5 – The Fourth Trimester
– Week 6 – Comfort Measures Rehearsal
What is the cost?
- Registration is $275 and includes all of the following:
– Includes class access for both you and your partner
– 3 months of access to the online portion of the class
– Digital E-Workbook for following along with class & taking notes
- Optional add-ons:
– Printed workbook shipped directly to your address
– Individualized one-on-one private Zoom session with Sandra
– Additional 3 months of access to online portion (for a total of 6 months of access)
- Registration rate is discounted for my doula clients. Contact me if you’re interested in bundling the EBB Childbirth Class with doula support.
*Sliding scale payment options are available. I feel passionately that every family should have the support they desire. Send me a note if you are interested in sliding scale options.*
Completely online - join in from anywhere!
Upcoming Dates – Completely Online:
February 4 – March 11: Wednesdays 6:30pm ET
March 3 – April 7: Tuesdays 6:30pm ET
April 1 – May 6: Wednesdays 6:30pm ET
May 5 – June 9: Tuesdays 6:30pm ET
*First and final class meetings of each session are two hours each (6:30-8:30pm), all other class meetings are one hour each (6:30-7:30pm)*
Looking for a comprehensive childbirth class that combines experienced mentorship with the convenience of learning online from anywhere?
Classes fill quickly... Register to reserve your spot!
Registration: $275
Frequently Asked Questions:
There’s so much information online—can’t I just learn on my own?
You can find a lot of information online—but it can be hard to know what’s trustworthy, current, or relevant to you. One of the biggest benefits of the Evidence Based Birth® Childbirth Class is that we’ve already done the sorting for you. You’ll get clear, accurate, evidence-based information, and you and your partner will be supported and guided through the learning process together—so you can feel confident, informed, and prepared.
Can’t I just rely on my doctors and nurses to guide me during labor and birth?
Your doctors and nurses are an important part of your care team, and their guidance matters. At the same time, not all routine hospital practices reflect the most current evidence, and there can be subtle pressure to follow “the usual way” without fully exploring your options. In this class, you and your partner learn how to understand the evidence, ask informed questions, and work collaboratively with your care team—so you can make decisions that truly align with your values and needs during birth and beyond.
What will I learn in this class that I can actually use during birth?
Most students love learning the full toolkit of comfort measures for labor—things like massage, water immersion, upright positions, acupressure, music, and breathing. Beyond that, you and your partner will explore your preferences together and learn how to communicate your needs and advocate for yourselves during labor. When birth begins, you’ll feel prepared, confident, and supported.
What Past Students Are Saying:
“The walkthrough of labor was extremely helpful today. We both feel, overall, much more prepared and empowered. I thought labor and delivery would just be a horrific experience to get through, but now I’m actually looking forward to it! Thank you so much!!!!”
“It was a wonderful course and we have recommended it to every couple we know who are thinking about getting pregnant. We really appreciate your advice and your patience to answer all of our questions.”
“We REALLY enjoyed your class and your calming, positive presence! You left us feeling more prepared, educated, and empowered to have a healthy labor and birth journey that aligns with our wishes. We can’t thank you enough for sharing your wisdom and experience with us.”
**Note: As an active birth doula, there is a small chance that I would be required to reschedule a session due to being needed at a birth. If necessary, I will do my best to give notice of rescheduling as far in advance as possible and will be flexible in setting a date/time for the rescheduled event.**
Inclusion Policy:
Evidence Based Birth® is committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming environment for pregnant persons of any age, religion, race, sexual identity, gender identity, or relationship status.
Refund Policy:
Your payment reserves a spot in the class and is non-refundable, but tickets are transferable with adequate notice and approval from Sandra.