This class is included in our Education Passport!

Doula clients, you’ve got your passport for the full education experience at Transitions.

Not a doula client with Transitions? Get your own passport HERE.

 

 

Upcoming Class Dates

Saturday, Aug 1st - 9am-4pm

Saturday, Oct 31st - 9am-4pm

Saturday, December 18th - 9am-4pm

Break from noon-1pm for lunch

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Feel more informed, confident, and prepared for labor, birth, and the early postpartum period… together!

Whether you're planning an epidural, hoping for an unmedicated birth, preparing for a cesarean, or simply feeling overwhelmed by all the information online, this class is designed to help you understand your options and feel more ready for what’s ahead.

 

Most people find the class most helpful to complete between 20 and 36 weeks gestation.

Classes held at Transitions: Doula & Life Services, 2908 E 26th St, Suite A in Sioux Falls, SD.

Live, Virtual classes via Zoom!

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  • ✔ You’re a first-time parent and don’t know what to expect

    ✔ You want your partner/support person to feel more involved and prepared

    ✔ You’re feeling anxious about labor or hospital birth

    ✔ You want evidence-based information without judgment or fear tactics

    ✔ You want practical coping tools and communication strategies

    ✔ You’re hoping to feel calmer and more confident heading into birth

    ✔ You want more than random TikTok advice and scary internet stories

    • What labor actually looks and feels like

    • Comfort techniques and coping strategies

    • How partners can provide meaningful support

    • Common medical interventions and choices

    • Communication and advocacy tools

    • What to expect in the early postpartum period

    • When to call your provider or head to the hospital

    • what labor actually looks like,

    • how to help during contractions,

    • what to say in stressful moments,

    • or how to support decision-making without panic.

    This class helps partners feel informed, involved, and prepared and NOT like they’re standing awkwardly in the corner wondering what to do.

 

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to be planning an unmedicated birth?

Not at all. This class is designed for families planning all kinds of births, including epidurals, inductions, and cesareans.

Is this only for first-time parents?

First-time parents tend to benefit the most, but many experienced parents return wanting a more grounded and supportive educational experience.

When should we take the class?

Most families attend between 20–36 weeks, but earlier or later can still be helpful.

Does my partner/support person come too?

Yes! This class is designed to help both of you feel prepared and connected going into labor.

What if birth doesn’t go according to plan?

That’s exactly why preparation matters.

Understanding your options, communication tools, and coping strategies can help you navigate unexpected changes with more confidence and less fear.