Prepare for motherhood on your schedule. Motherlane Virtual offers self-paced prenatal classes in partnership with Chicago Family Doulas.  Expert-led education you can access from anywhere, anytime.

Motherlane Virtual

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This class is perfect to prepare you for your first child or serve as a great refresher if it’s been a while since your last. Topics include understanding your newborn (what is normal & what are their cues) and care; including bathing, diapering, swaddling, feeding options and more. This class also prepares you for what to expect with your own recovery and postpartum journey including the support that will be needed. We highly recommend your partner attend this class with you. This is a 4 hour class and a comprehensive workbook will be included.

Bringing Home Baby

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Prepare for your upcoming birth in this informative and dynamic virtual workshop taught by a certified labor and postpartum doula and childbirth educator. Topics include stages of labor, labor warm ups vs. real labor, what to expect at the hospital or home birth, relaxation techniques, and breastfeeding tips. We highly recommend your partner attend this class with you. A comprehensive workbook will be included.

Intro to Childbirth

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Understand how to navigate ALL of the many options and choices that you can have in the hospital setting. Learn about hospital protocols, informed decision making, and navigating this entire experience so that your family can have a positive birth experience. We highly recommend your partner attend this class with you. A comprehensive workbook will be included.

Preparing for Your Hospital Birth

Comfort Measures

Finding ways to cope physically and mentally during labor can be daunting, but fear not, join us and learn ways to find comfort! In this virtual class you will gain the confidence and tools you need to have a more positive birth and have access to helpful videos. Some topics include: coping in early and active labor, how to feel safe and stay calm, how to feel physically comfortable, movement techniques, pushing positions, and more!

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If you are planning on Breastfeeding it is HIGHLY recommended that you take a breastfeeding class. This class will help you gain confidence and a deeper understanding for breastfeeding! Some topics include breastfeeding benefits, baby cues, schedules, paced bottle feeding, and challenges. We highly recommend your partner attend this class with you. A comprehensive workbook will be included.

Breastfeeding Foundations

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Newborn Care 101

In this self-paced virtual class, you will learn all of the basics of taking care of your baby. Some topics include understanding your newborn (what is normal & their cues) and newborn care which includes bathing, diapering, swaddling, feeding options and more. Our video demonstrations and activities will leave you fully prepared to care for your little one. This is a 2.5 hour class focused ONLY on newborn care and development.  We highly recommend your partner attend this class with you. A comprehensive downloadable workbook will be included.

All Access Class Pass

Are you planning on taking multiple classes, but can’t find classes that work within your schedule? If so, this may be the best option for you! Take the classes at your own pace and receive the same quality classes and amazing workbooks with our virtual class package. Save money by bundling, this package includes: Preparing for your Hospital Birth, Intro to Childbirth, Comfort Measures, Bringing Home Baby, and Breastfeeding.

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