Prenatal Classes

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Prenatal Classes at Serenity

Are you ready to feel informed, empowered, and supported on your journey to parenthood?

Our Preparing for Birth prenatal classes at Serenity Birth Studio are designed for modern parents who want more than just the basics — they want connection, expert-led guidance, and real-world tools for birth and beyond.

Whether you’re welcoming your first baby or adding to your growing family, this comprehensive series covers everything you need to know:

✔️ Understanding pregnancy and the stages of labour
✔️ Pain management strategies and coping techniques
✔️ Birth planning and medical interventions
✔️ Newborn care essentials and feeding support
✔️ Postpartum recovery and navigating life with a new baby

What sets us apart? We offer a non-judgmental, inclusive space where you’ll learn from experienced educators who are also parents. Birth partners are actively involved throughout the series and will leave with practical ways to support you through labour and delivery — because a confident partner makes a powerful difference.

Choose the format that works best for you:

Small group prenatal classes with a welcoming atmosphere and built-in community
Private prenatal sessions customized to your schedule and personal questions

Classes are best started anytime after your first trimester, ideally about 6-8 weeks before your due date to allow time for reflection and practice.

✨ Get ready to feel confident, not overwhelmed — and supported every step of the way.

BOOK GROUP CLASSES

BOOK PRIVATE CLASSES

Preparing for Birth

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Group Class Location

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

Options to join in person or virtual via Zoom Meeting

Private Class Location

In your home or at Serenity Birth Studio

When

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

SATURDAY’S

9:00am-5:00pm, 1-day class

MONDAY’S

6:30-9:00pm, 3-week series

Cost

GROUP PRENATAL: $289 +HST

PRIVATE PRENATAL: $375 +HST

Cost includes pregnant person + 1 birth partner, unlimited virtual access to our detailed class handouts & resources

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.

Prenatal Classes