Prenatal Class + 4th Trimester Bundle

Prenatal Class + 4th Trimester Bundle

supporting you through pregnancy, birth and newborn stages

Our “Prenatal Class + 4th Trimester Bundle” prenatal classes will provide you with a wealth of information about pregnancy, labor, birth, postpartum, breastfeeding and baby care to support you in actively participating in your birth.  Birth partners will be provided with a variety of techniques to support you during childbirth.

We will cover everything from stages of labour, coping techniques, caring for a newborn and infant feeding. The goal of this course is to prepare expectant parents by providing evidence-based information and support to ensure that, regardless of where or how you choose to give birth, you feel confident and prepared.

Plan to start your series anytime after your first trimester.  Ideally 8 weeks prior to your due date.

Our NEW bundle means you will receive continued education & support into your 4th Trimester period post-birth. You will be placed in the next available start date after your due date (can be moved as needed).

INSTRUCTOR
Prenatal Class 4th Trimester at Serenity Birth Studio

Preparing for Birth & 4th Trimester

program overview

Part 1:

  • Birth and You
  • Mechanics of Birth
  • Stages of Labour
  • Comfort Measures
  • Connecting with Baby

Part 2:

  • Birth Plan: Communication and Informed Consent
  • Inductions
  • Baby’s Positions
  • Cesarean Birth

Part 3:

  • Pushing, Placenta, and Immediate Postpartum
  • Baby Care Plan: Feeding and Healing
  • Relationships
  • Sleep
  • Perinatal Mental Health

4th Trimester Program Overview

This is a valuable series which provides you with a wealth of education, community & support in your Motherhood journey!

Over a 6 week period we will cover the many questions and concerns that new moms have including share your birth story, dealing with sleep deprivation & baby’s sleep cycles, postpartum depression, community resources, your postpartum body and more. The goal is for moms to interact, support & assist each other through this incredible time of transition.

It is so important to connect with other moms – to share in the journey of motherhood. It is easy to feel alone when you are at home, but in fact you are not – there is a whole community of mothers in the area experiencing the same kinds of joys and challenges that you are, who are just waiting to connect with other moms. Therefore, there is ample time provided before and after each class to linger, to meet old friends and make new ones, and to share the experiences and insights of raising a little one!

  • 6 weeks of program instruction, live & interactive
  • Experience perinatal educator facilitating the series, including local professional experts some weeks.  Weekly check-ins and Q&A to answer and support all your questions surrounding Motherhood.
  • WhatsApp group for conversations, connections and sharing of resources outside of class time.
  • Welcome Gift 
  • $10 Serenity Babyshop gift card

Location

Serenity Birth Studio, 4 Alliance Blvd, Unit 10, Barrie, ON

Options to join in person or virtual via Zoom Meeting

When

To best meet your needs and schedules we offer to options to join us, weekend or weeknight:

PRENATAL CLASSES

SATURDAYS @ 9:00am-5:00pm (with breaks), a 1-day class

MONDAYS @ 6:30-9:00pm (3 week series)

4TH TRIMESTER CLASSES

FRIDAYS @ 1:00-2:00pm + open time following class to further connect with your new Motherhood group.

Cost

$415 +HST (save $43)

Cost includes pregnant person + 1 birth partner for the prenatal class portion, and Mom + baby for the 4th Trimester series.

Prenatal Class includes unlimited virtual access to our detailed class handouts & resources.

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Sarah Downey

Certified Birth Educator, Certified Doula

Sarah Downey (she/her) is a BEST Certified Birth Educator, BEST Certified Doula, and mom of three. She has completed doula, childbirth education and lactation training from organizations such as DONA, BEST and SMDHU. She holds a degree from the University of Toronto and a diploma from Sheridan College both in Theatre and Drama Studies. With a passion for supporting families during the perinatal period, Sarah has been teaching classes and leading groups at Serenity Birth Studio since 2015. Her expertise extends beyond the studio as she is a Professor in both the Early Childhood Education Department and School College Partnerships at Georgian College.

In addition to her academic qualifications, Sarah brings extensive practical experience to her work. Prior to her adult education career, she worked in the childcare sector, gaining invaluable insights into child development and family dynamics. This hands-on experience enriches her approach to perinatal education and doula support, ensuring that clients receive compassionate, knowledgeable care every step of the way.

Sarah is deeply committed to empowering parents with evidence-based information and compassionate support as they navigate the journey of pregnancy, birth, and early parenthood. Her warm demeanor, combined with her wealth of knowledge, makes her a trusted resource for expectant and new parents alike. Whether she’s leading a childbirth education class, providing doula support, or empowering new Mamas in our Mom & Baby programs, Sarah’s dedication to fostering confident, informed parenting shines through in all she does.