Esther Morhaim Hausman,RN, BSN, CCES
Concord, Massachusetts
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ChildbirthPreparation Classes: Group
An alternative childbirth series that with group support helps couples discover what they need to know to have a most satisfying birth. Through group discussion, parents’ art, films, journaling and interactive exercises couples have fun learning how to be fully present at their child’s birth. Includes information on pain coping techniques, role of the birth partner, preparing for parenthood and infant feeding. 6-8 weeks (2 ½ hours/class)
Childbirth Preparation Classes: Private
For the woman confined to bed rest or the couple who has difficulty scheduling a weekly class. Sessions are held in the privacy of the woman’s home and are designed to meet the couple’s specific needs in preparing for birth and parenting. Many of the same techniques are used as in the group classes. Private classes are usually divided into three two-hour sessions depending on the needs of the couple.
Birthin’ Again™ Classes
This group or private class series is designed for parents wishing to review their previous labor and birth experiences and to learn new ways to deal with their upcoming labor. Many of the same techniques are used as in the group classes. Class participants will help determine class content and number of sessions.
Positive Pregnancy Fitness
| Group and private classes with safe (ACOG* approved) yoga-based exercises, stretching, relaxation and discussion topics designed for all the pregnant months. |
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About your instructor:
Esther Hausman, RN is a certified childbirth educator and Positive Pregnancy and Parenting Fitness instructor. She has been teaching classes to pregnant and postpartum families for over a decade. She has been training with Pam England, CNM (Certified Nurse Midwife) since 1991 in the philosophies and unique methods of childbirth preparation found in her book, Birthing from Within, (Partera Press, 1998) www.birthingfromwithin.com
Here’s what participants are saying:
“Esther’s commitment, caring and sense of humor helped us come together as a group” –Neal 1st child
“doing the birth art was FANTASTIC!” - John 1st child
“Esther provides an open approach with no extremes” – Patti 2nd birth
“Esther is very knowledgable, approachable and clearly likes to teach.” - Laura, CNM 1st child