Prepared Childbirth Classes Based on the Lamaze Six Healthy Birth Practices
Developed over years of research, these classes are designed to simplify your birth process with an informed approach that helps alleviate your fears and manage the physical challenge of labor. These practices will help keep your labor and your baby's birth as safe and healthy as possible, regardless of any variables.
The Lamaze Six Healthy Birth Practices
Let labor begin on its own.
Walk, move around and change positions throughout labor.
Bring a loved one, friend, or doula for continuous support.
Avoid interventions that are not medically necessary.
Avoid giving birth on your back, and follow your body’s urges to push
Keep mother and baby together — it’s best for mother, baby and breastfeeding
Sunday Tortelli was awarded the prestigious Fellow of the Academy of Certified Childbirth Educators (FACCE) designation in 2015, which indicates that she has made significant contributions to the field of childbirth education including promotion of the Lamaze International fundamentals of birth, research, advocacy, media and community leadership efforts. Additionally, the designation indicates that she is committed to promoting and maintaining the highest standards in the field of Perinatal Education.
Group Express Classes
The express class option is a shorter, condensed program, which is offered at
University Hospitals Westlake Center, or as a live virtual class
The class fee is $90 for a one-day Saturday class or two-evening class.
Find registration information on the UH childbirth class website.
See the calendar of events on this website for the upcoming class schedule.
Private Classes
Please inquire about the availability of private or small group classes and refresher classes in the comfort of your own home or virtually before registering to attend in the Online Store.