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Our Prenatal

 Program

Prepare for birth with a program designed to support you, your partner, and your growing family with confidence and clarity. Led by a Perinatal RN with real-world experience at Victoria General Hospital, this evidence-based, Lamaze-aligned series blends respectful, inclusive care with practical, hands-on learning.

 

You’ll gain the knowledge, skills, and reassurance you need for labour, birth, postpartum recovery, newborn care, and feeding—whether you’re planning a physiological birth or one with medical support. Throughout the program, you’ll learn how to stay calm, informed, and empowered, with guidance tailored to local maternity practices and an emphasis on reducing stress, worry, and fear. 

Day 1 /Unit 1

NAVIGATING THE FINAL WEEKS:
Preparing for Labour

Day 2/Unit 2 

LABOUR OF LOVE:
The Stages and Phases of Labour and Birth

Day 3/Unit 3

FROM BIRTH TO BONDING:

 Postpartum Wellness, Newborn Care and Breastfeeding

Lesson 1: Your Birth Journey Begins

  • The history and principles of Lamaze and advocacy for informed birth

  • How the autonomic nervous system influences labour (fight/flight vs. rest/digest)

  • The effects of stress on labour progress

  • Preparing your mind for birth: confidence, mindfulness, and self-trust

  • Creating a calm, supportive birth environment

Lesson 2: Empowered Birth

  • Informed choice and shared decision-making with your maternity care providers

  • Birth preferences and creating a flexible birth plan

  • Giving birth at VGH: real experiences and making confident, informed choices

  • Induction of labour and understanding your options

  • The role of partners and support people during labour and birth

Lesson 3: The Final Stretch of Pregnancy

  • Key hormones of pregnancy and their role in labour

  • Common physical and emotional discomforts in late pregnancy

  • Building your healthcare support team

  • Understanding common medical challenges (preeclampsia, GDM, preterm labour, GBS, breech)

  • When to call your GP or midwife — and when to go to Labour & Delivery

Lesson 4: Getting Ready for Labour

  • What to expect in the final weeks and days before labour begins

  • Recognizing the signs of labour

  • Early labour: why it matters, how to support progress, and when to call your care provider

"Embrace the power of pre and early labor with Born to Birth prenatal classes. This captivating image showcases a woman finding comfort and strength on her hands and knees with a birthing ball—an essential tool in optimizing labor and birth. Recognizing the significance of these early stages, our evidence-based approach empowers mothers to navigate this crucial phase with confidence and grace. Join us to learn holistic techniques that promote a smooth and empowering birthing journey."

Lesson 5: Physiology of Labour

  • The stages of labour: early, active, transition, birth, placenta, and recovery

  • The 3 Rs of labour: relaxation, rhythm, and ritual

  • The WAVE breathing technique

  • When to call your GP or midwife — and when to go directly to Labour & Delivery

  • What to expect when arriving at the L&D unit

  • The purpose and benefits of pain in labour

  • Comfort strategies: creating your NEST, WAVE breathing, hydrotherapy, massage, TENS, and more

  • Pain relief options: nitrous oxide, opioids, and epidural — understanding benefits, risks, and choice

  • Movement in labour: positions for labour and birth, including use of the Birth Sling

  • Monitoring you and your baby during labour

  • Meeting your baby: what happens right after birth

  • Understanding perineal tears

  • Newborn assessment after birth

Lesson 6: Labour Challenges

  • Labour dystocia: the 5 Ps, common causes, and management options

  • Assisted vaginal birth: episiotomy, forceps, and vacuum — benefits and risks

  • Cesarean birth: when it’s recommended, what to expect, recovery, and early bonding

"Experience the serenity of childbirth with Born to Birth prenatal classes. In this image, witness a mother leaning forward on a hospital bed, calmly breathing through contractions. This gentle posture aids in positioning the baby for a stress-free and empowering birth experience. Our evidence-based approach equips mothers with the knowledge and techniques to embrace labor with confidence and grace. Join us to discover holistic methods for a harmonious journey into motherhood."

Lesson 7: Welcoming Your Baby

  • The 4th stage of labour: the Golden Hour, skin-to-skin contact, and early breastfeeding

  • Meeting your baby: normal appearance, reflexes, and breathing patterns

  • Postpartum unit care: recovery, assessments, and routine newborn tests and procedures

Lesson 8: Transitioning Home

  • Postpartum changes: physical healing, hormones, and mood shifts

  • Family adjustment and building a support system

  • Postpartum mental health: recognizing concerns and knowing when to seek help

Lesson 9: Essential Newborn Care

  • Reading baby cues: crying, cooing, body language, growth, and development

  • Safe sleep practices

  • Calming a fussy baby

  • Understanding the Period of Purple Crying

  • Baby wearing and supporting closeness

  • When to call your doctor versus when to go to the emergency room

Lesson 10: Feeding Your Newborn

  • Breastfeeding basics: latch, positioning, milk supply, and troubleshooting

  • Health benefits of breastfeeding for both parent and baby

  • Feeding as a responsive system: signal and response

  • Understanding supply and demand

  • Tips for achieving a deep, pain-free latch

  • Maintaining a sufficient milk supply

  • Common feeding challenges and how they’re managed

  • Alternate feeding options

"Unlock the beauty of breastfeeding with Born to Birth prenatal classes. This heartwarming image captures the essence of nurturing as a baby breastfeeds. Our classes prioritize optimizing breastfeeding and newborn care techniques and fostering maternal confidence. Join us to gain invaluable insights and support for a fulfilling breastfeeding journey. Empower yourself with evidence-based knowledge for a strong start in motherhood."
"Experience the power of optimal labor positions with Born to Birth prenatal classes. Witness in this photo, a woman gracefully utilizing a labor position to optimize physiological childbirth, leading to a healthy and safe birth. Our classes offer hands-on teaching and practice of labor positions, ensuring expectant mothers are equipped with the skills needed for a positive birthing experience. Join us to learn evidence-based techniques and empower yourself for a smooth journey into motherhood."
Discover how our labour and delivery nurse educator demonstrates the intricate movements of the baby within the pelvis throughout labour and birth.

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​Our Childbirth Education Classes are available at Two central locations and Online! 

logo for Maven Pelvic Health where Born to Birth Prenatal Sunday classes are taught

Join us for an engaging and personalized childbirth education experience at Lagoon Prenatal in Colwood, BC, on 3 consecutive Saturdays from 10:00am to 2:00 pm each month. 

Introducing  our One-of-a-Kind Birth Prep Program from

Born to Birth Prenatal and Maven Pelvic Health!

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This collaborative course, led by Diane, a labour and delivery nurse, and Olivia, a pelvic health physiotherapist, equips you with expert knowledge, hands-on techniques, and essential pelvic health education for a confident and supported birth experience.

When you sign up, you have the option to schedule a FREE video call to chat about your goals, questions, and concerns.

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Our educator, Diane, will personalize the class content just for you, ensuring it's exactly what you need during this special time. â€‹â€‹

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Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity to prepare for your new babe with confidence! ​

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Secure your spot today!

our labour and delivery nurse is teaching a pregnant woman's partner to apply a labour support tool to help with labour pain without use medications
"Gain confidence with caring for you newborn"

Meet  your

Educator

As a RN specializing in labour and delivery and a Lamaze certified childbirth educator, I am thrilled to embark on this journey with you.

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My primary goal is to provide guidance and support during the final weeks of your pregnancy, the labour and birth process, and the postpartum period as you nurture and bond with your newborn.

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I believe in placing the birthing person and couple at the centre of care, recognizing  that every person has their own unique experiences and stories. I view pregnancy, labour and birth as special opportunities to enhance self-confidence and foster a positive self-image. I bring additional expertise in trauma and mental health care to better support your unique needs.

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The Lamaze International Certification is the only internationally recognized childbirth educator accredited
"Elevate your birthing experience with expert care from a seasoned labor and delivery nurse. Meet Diane Spicer, a dedicated professional with extensive expertise in labor, birth, postpartum, newborn, and breastfeeding care. With a wealth of experience and a compassionate approach, Diane provides comprehensive support to expectant mothers and their newborns. Trust in your Lamaze certified childbirth educator and nurseguidance for a confident and empowering journey into parenthood."
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