Though the syllabi vary depending on course structure, common content areas include
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Jewish insights about creating new life, physical changes in the woman’s body, mental health in pregnancy, common discomforts and remedies, nutrition and exercise, warning signs and complications, fetal development, Jewish images of life in the womb, prayers for pregnancy
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Doulas, how to think about pain in labor, signs that labor is near, onset of labor, stages of labor, cervical effacement and dilation
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Jewish rituals for comfort and inspiration, assembling your support team, relaxation strategies (including breathing, massage, visualization, hydrotherapy, atmosphere, etc.), labor and pushing positions, wish lists
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Decision making, induction, augmentation, fetal monitoring, medical pain relief, c-sections, chain of interventions
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Naming, Brit Milah and Brit Bat ceremonies, basic newborn care, introduction to breastfeeding, Jewish home rituals, physical changes for the woman, baby blues and postpartum depression, planning ahead for basic needs
Upcoming Classes
Hava NaBaby Class for Expectant Parents
June 2 and 9, 10am - 4pm, in-person and May 28 and June 4, online. Register here.
Birth Doula Training Course
June 9 from 6-9pm. Register here.
“We really enjoyed taking the Hava NaBaby class with Miriam Burg because not only did we get to learn about Jewish traditions regarding pregnancy and birth, but we also met other lovely expecting couples. Hearing about each other’s journeys helped us appreciate the beauty of growing our family. It was so rewarding to be able to support each other!”