Read part 2, Hormones and the Waiting Game. Part 3 of our series is here.
 

Attribution: Lamaze International

Supported by research studies that examine the benefits and risks of maternity care practices, these six birth practices are the foundation of Lamaze childbirth classes taught around the world. These healthy practices are designed to simplify the birth process in order to alleviate fear and manage discomfort. No matter what type of labor, the length of your labor, or your confidence level, these practices are key to keeping you and your baby as safe and healthy as possible.

What are the Six Lamaze Healthy Birth Practices?

1) Let Labor Begin On Its Own

2) Walk, Move, Change Positions
 
3) Continuous Labor Support

4) Avoid Routine Interventions

5) Avoid Giving Birth on Your Back and Follow Your Urges to Push 

6) Keep Parent and Baby Together

Dive deeper into your learning with tips for each of the 6 healthy practices here. In both Atlanta and Tampa, we teach an intensive preparation for childbirth with our Labor Lesson. We suggest you schedule a private prenatal lesson to take place around 34-35 weeks gestation.

Registration for this private, in-home lesson includes access to our online Learning Center where you may watch videos, read further research, and download sample birth plans. This is an excellent opportunity for you and your birth partner to gain current evidence-based birth practices to help you have the safest birth experience.
 

Read part 2, Hormones and the Waiting Game
Read part 3, Make Labor Productive
Read part 4, When Childbirth Moved Into Hospitals
Read part 5, Avoid Routine Medical Interventions
Read part 6, Benefits of Upright and Spontaneous Pushing
Read part 7, Keep Parent and Baby Together
 

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