Childbirth Classes 101

So tonight is the start of childbirth class at St. A's. J and C go this evening and then all day tomorrow. While thinking about this, it dawned on them that they have no clue what to expect tonight. So naturally being in the 21st Century they googled it. Here are some interesting articles of note:

According to Parents.com "...a little education can go a long way in boosting your confidence and dispelling the many myths about Labor Day." This would be a good thing! J and C are both a little nervous about the big day and it does not help that they have been watching the dramatized childbirth shows on television.

They go on further to say: "Fortunately, most of them will be first-time parents..." That also makes them feel better as they have been wondering about sounding and looking stupid. Well besides how they normally look! :)

The Mayo Clinic website on childbirth says they will also "discuss options for handling pain. You'll practice various methods for coping with contractions, such as breathing, relaxation and visualization. Most classes also cover the pros and cons of common medications, such as narcotic analgesics and epidural blocks." C is wondering if they do trial runs as she is starting to get uncomfortable.

Further, kidshealth.org says that they will learn about "the role of the coach or labor partner." C is going to make sure J listens intently here. J is pretty excited to learn about what he can do and a little bit nervous to learn about what he cannot do!

Anyway...off to learn about the day the bundle of joy arrives...