Education and information will help you make the best choices along the way. We offer opportunities for every family to learn more about each of our services in an affordable, accessible manner. Look for our events and free discussions in many local neighborhoods.

UPCOMING EVENTS:

 

HypnoBirthing Childbirth Preparation Classes

with Kathy Woo, MS, CHT

HypnoBirthing is a method of natural childbirth preparation that views birth as a normal, healthy process in a woman’s body.  This class emphasizes ways to celebrate birth and to make it a rewarding and joyful experience for all those involved.  The class properly prepares mothers for labor and birth – physically, mentally and emotionally.  Mothers feel more connected to her birthing instincts and her body by learning to focus the mind.  Partners/Birth Companions will learn specific techniques to support mothers during the birth and become more informed about birthing options.

In this class you will learn:

*  Self-hypnosis, relaxation, breathing, massage, positions, and visualization techniques to prepare for labor and birth
*  What is needed to create a more joyful, conscious and calm birth experience
*  Techniques to reach deep relaxation to reduce pain and 
fear
*  What is happening in your body during labor & birth, so you 
can work with your birthing body.
*  How fear affects labor and birth
*  The physiology of birth and the many ways your body is working with you to birth your 
baby
*  Preparing your body and mind for a healthy birth experience
*  The importance of bonding and connecting to your baby
*  The birthing companion’s role and specific techniques to support mothers
*  Birthing preferences & options

Upcoming Classes

The classes listed cost: $300/couple (includes HypnoBirthing book & CD & materials)
Classes run 5 weeks and meet 6:30pm – 9pm
You can register by phone: 510-665-5694 or email: info@kathywoo.com
For more information, please visit www.kathywoo.com

Tuesdays, Feb 28 & Mar 6, 13, 20, 27, 2012
East Bay Lactation Associates, 828 San Pablo Ave, Suite 110, Albany

Mondays, Mar 26 & Apr 2, 9, 16, 23, 2012
Located at The Root & The Branch, 2409 Sacramento St. #2, San Francisco

Thursdays, Apr 24 & May 1, 8, 15, 22, 2012
Located at BirthWays, 1600 Shattuck Ave, #122, Berkeley
** To register for this series at BirthWays, click here *

Private Sessions:
Private sessions and classes are available if you cannot make it to these class dates, please contact Kathy for more details.

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HypnoBirthing Information Session – FREE

with Kathy Woo, MS, CHT (www.kathywoo.com)

Attend this free talk to learn more about the HypnoBirthing philosophy and technique. HypnoBirthing views childbirth as a celebration of life and a natural, normal and healthy function for women. Discover the many ways your body is working with you to birth your baby. Techniques like self-hypnosis, visualizations, massage, breathing and positions all help to create a more comfortable, easeful and shorter labor. These practices help you to drop into your body and embrace your natural birthing instincts. HypnoBirthing emphasizes the role of the birth companion/partner and teaches specific ways to assist and provide support.

Sunday, Feb 26, 2012
4:30pm – 6pm
at BirthWays, 1600 Shattuck Ave, #122, Berkeley
Click here to register for this free talk

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Mindfulness-Based New Moms Groups/  Second Time Moms’ Groups / and Mindful Mothering Groups and Moms Retreats

Bringing Mindfulness to infant-parent attachment and the transition to motherhood.

Psychotherapist led discussion/support/meditation groups, (no prior experienced necessary) for new and experienced moms. Most of the groups are for moms with babies/toddlers and groups are divided by age: new moms, moms of toddlers, 2nd time moms. Groups meet in Berkeley and provide a supportive environment within which to explore the landscape of mothering and how to best stay present with ourselves, our little ones and our partners during this joyous and challenging time. Most  groups run for 8 weeks, but some are ongoing.

Please contact ghassanphd@aol.com for current schedule.