Childbirth Education: Empathetic & Evidence-Based
Confidence in the delivery room comes from thorough preparation. Cove Midwifery and Women's Health offers exclusive childbirth education for our members, designed for families in Manhattan Beach, Hermosa Beach, El Segundo, and across the South Bay. Our evidence-based classes prepare you and your partner for labor, birth, feeding, and the first weeks with your newborn.
Intimate, Boutique Learning
Our classes are held in our upscale Manhattan Beach suite, creating a private community of like-minded South Bay families. Small groups mean your questions get answered and you leave feeling truly prepared.
Core Educational Pillars
- The science of birth: Understanding the physiology and stages of labor to empower your decision-making.
- Comfort and coping: Breathing, movement, positioning, hydrotherapy, and information on pain relief options.
- Partner-led support: Training for partners to be effective advocates and physical supporters during labor.
- Birth planning: Creating a clear, flexible plan, including golden hour and delayed cord clamping preferences.
- Feeding preparation: Breastfeeding basics with our lactation support team.
- Newborn mastery: Essential skills for the first month, from safe sleep to newborn wellness.
- The fourth trimester: Physical recovery, emotional health, and recognizing postpartum depression and anxiety.
Education That Complements Your Care
Classes are designed to work alongside your prenatal care, so what you learn connects directly to conversations with your midwife. You will feel ready for labor and delivery and better prepared for postpartum recovery, including protecting your pelvic floor and avoiding pelvic floor dysfunction. Classes are complimentary for members of the Cove Concierge Membership, along with Cove Circles group workshops. Learn why families choose Cove.
Childbirth Education FAQs
When should I start childbirth education classes?
Most families begin in the second trimester and finish by about 36 weeks.
Are partners welcome?
Yes. Partner-led support is a core part of our curriculum.
Where are classes held?
Classes are held in our private Manhattan Beach suite in small groups.
Are classes included in membership?
Yes. Classes are complimentary for Cove Concierge Membership members.
Do you cover pain relief options?
Yes. We cover natural comfort techniques as well as medical pain relief so you can make informed choices.
Do classes include breastfeeding preparation?
Yes. We cover breastfeeding basics and introduce our lactation support team.
How do I see the class schedule?
Call (844) 808-COVE or request an appointment to view upcoming classes.
Prepare With Confidence
Call Cove Midwifery and Women's Health at (844) 808-COVE or request an appointment to reserve your place in an upcoming class.