Prenatal Classes that Empower You
In Montreal and virtually
My Prenatal Class Is:
Evidence-based
Knowledge is power! With clarity and passion, I teach you current, science-based information about birth and baby care. Sharing the facts is the best way to help you make informed decisions for your birth and your baby.
Options without judgement
Birth and baby care is unique to each person — just as it should be! I’ll make sure you know all of your options, without judgement or bossiness, so YOU can choose what’s right for you and your family. Extra-important: I also cover how to advocate for your preferences and wishes.
Brimming with practical tips
You don’t just want to be informed about birth and labour — you want to know how-the-heck to have this baby! You want to know HOW to ride the waves of labour and get this baby out of your beautiful body. From positions and breathing to relaxation and more, I’ve got you covered.
Fun & engaging
Learning shouldn’t be about lecturing. At HCD, learning is fun and easy to absorb. After all, you have lots on your mind, and I want to help this important information stick. Here you’ll find engaging activities and practical information that you can carry with you (without getting weighed down).
Totally transparent
From possible-poop-during-birth, to sex-after-birth, to living in a postpartum body, it’s all covered so that you can be informed for the real-deal around birth and babies — not just what people show on sitcoms and Instagram.
Self compassion
In our noble attempts to get things “right” in birth and parenthood, we can be our own worst enemy. As a birth story listener, I understand how people can get stuck in expectations and beliefs during or after their births. I teach from a trauma-informed place and our goal together is to get you prepared to ride whatever comes your way with self-compassion.
This course is for you if:
➢ You want to hear about your options
➢ You like evidence based information
➢ You are feeling uneasy about this whole birth thing
➢ You are inundated with information and are feeling overwhelmed
➢ You want a solid foundation for feeding and taking care of your baby
This course is not for you if:
➢ You don’t want to know about the messy parts of birth and postpartum
➢ You think ignorance is bliss
What do you get in my prenatal classes?
You will get a comprehensive prenatal education, from labour to your baby’s first bath. It’s everything I would have wanted to know before having my first baby, and more. The course is taught over 4 sessions. Each session is 2 hours. Why? Because I don’t want you sitting at your computer all day, plus I want you to have time to digest information and formulate your questions so you can get them answered. Classes also focus on practicing your new skills so you’re ready to rock when the real show begins.
Act I. Pregnancy
- How your body changes
- Common discomforts
- Birth plans: Dos and Don’ts
- Packing your hospital bag
- Fears and anxieties
- How to prepare for labour
- Am I in labour? How ‘bout now?
- When to go to your place of birth
Act II. Birth
- What labour looks like
(Hint: Nothing like the movies) - The stages of birth
- Know your options: hospital jargon and interventions
- How to advocate for yourself
- Tons of practical coping tools
- Epidural and other pain medications
- Caesarean birth: why and how
- How partners and labour support fit in
Act III. New beginnings
- Setting yourself up for success
- Basics of newborns: eats, sleeps and poops
- Learning to breastfeed/chestfeed: the first latch and beyond
- Bottle feeding / Formula feeding
- Common concerns during the newborn stage
- Healing after birth
- Addressing your feelings around birth and life with a baby
How does our virtual prenatal class work?
Group Prenatal Classes
Virtual prenatal classes are held over 4 sessions of two hours each on Tuesdays at 7PM.
Upcoming dates:
- September 2022 (see Evidence Based Birth class)
- October 2022 session: SOLD OUT
- November 2022 session: November 8, 15, 22, 29
- December 2022 (see Evidence Based Birth class)
- January/February 2023 session: Tuesday Jan 24 then Wednesdays Feb 1, Feb 8 and Feb 15
- March 2023 (see Evidence Based Birth class)
- April 2023 session: April 4, 11, 18, 25 from 19:00-21:00
- May 2023 session: May 2, 9, 16, 23 from 19:00-21:00
- June 2023 (see Evidence Based Birth class)
Price:
$275 + tax
Includes a partner or support person of choice (friend, family member)
We accept payment through e-transfer to info@heathercollinsdoula.ca, cheque or Square below.
Private Prenatal Classes
Prefer one-on-one classes for your prenatal classes? Private prenatal classes may be a great fit. You’ll get 8 hours of material, all taught virtually, one-on-one and these classes can be tailored to your unique needs. Contact for availability.
Price:
$499 + tax
We accept payment through e-transfer to info@heathercollinsdoula.ca, cheque or Square below.
What People Are Saying
“Heather’s classes gave us confidence going into birth and the first weeks home with our baby by providing the basics and leaving plenty of room for our many questions.”
“I imagined the classes would be like what we see on TV. This was not the case. Heather’s scientific background, clear examples and infinite patience helped me feel confident about this once-in-a-lifetime experience.”
“The courses were well-structured and well-paced. The content addressed feelings as well as facts. I knew so little going in and feel much more prepared now.”
“Heather made me feel so much more at ease and like I had access to whatever wisdom I needed. I felt like I could handle what was coming. Having that time to chat, learn, ask questions and connect was so vital for me to prepare mentally and emotionally.”
Meet Heather
Heather Collins is a true renaissance woman who teaches from a unique place as a certified birth doula, birth story listener, parent and scientist with a PhD in Biology. Don’t worry, she distills her knowledge of birth and baby care into clear concepts, practical tools and interactive exercises to help you understand your options and alleviate anxiety. Her fascination and excitement about pregnancy and birth are contagious. She also values your path to parenthood and wants to help people explore their inner parent through this course.
