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The Born to Birth (B2B) prenatal education program prepares families for pregnancy, labour, birth, postpartum recovery, newborn care, newborn safety, and breastfeeding through evidence-based education and practical skills.
Participants learn how the body works during labour and birth, including the hormones that support physiological labour, the role of the nervous system, and how relaxation, breathing, and environment can influence the birth process.
The program also teaches practical strategies to help families feel confident and prepared, including:
Understanding the stages of labour and what to expect
Breathing and coping techniques such as wave contraction breathing
Comfort measures and movement strategies during labour
How partners can actively support the birthing person
Creating a calm and supportive birth environment
Preparing for both hospital birth at Victoria General Hospital and birth at home
Understanding the risks and benefits of common medical interventions
How to support informed decision-making with care providers
Postpartum recovery and emotional adjustment
Newborn care and newborn safety, including safe sleep and early warning signs
Breastfeeding education and common early challenges
The program also incorporates trauma-supportive strategies, recognizing that past experiences—including previous births, medical procedures, or other life events—may influence how individuals approach pregnancy and birth. Families are supported in identifying potential triggers and learning strategies to promote safety, autonomy, and a sense of control within the birth environment.
Participants are also encouraged to discuss birth preferences and potential scenarios during prenatal visits with their care providers, when there is time to ask questions, explore options, and feel confident about the decisions that may arise during labour and birth.
By combining physiological birth education with practical preparation for a range of possible birth experiences, the Born to Birth program helps families approach labour and birth with confidence, knowledge, and the ability to work collaboratively with their care team.
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