metamorphosis
bring calm, confidence, and connection to your hospital birth through this transformational self-paced online childbirth education course
Gain confidence in your body to birth your baby your way.
In this transformational self-paced online childbirth education program, you can watch the lessons on-the-go or in the comfort of your own home with your favorite snacks! Each module includes video lessons, downloadable guides, and printable worksheets.
THIS COURSE IS FOR YOU IF:
you’re looking for childbirth education outside of a hospital course
you’re having a difficult time finding local in-person course options
you want to feel empowered and autonomous during your labor & delivery
you want to be armed with evidence-based options
THIS COURSE IS NOT FOR YOU IF:
you want to learn how to be a “good patient”
you just want the basics
you desire in-person learning
you find it difficult to sit down for a 5-20 minute focused time period
THIS COURSE IS ESPECIALLY FOR YOU IF:
you’re birthing in a hospital setting
you’re due in a few weeks and need education NOW
you have no idea where to start in preparing for childbirth
you’re juggling a busy schedule and can’t squeeze in large time blocks weekly or full-weekend classes
Perhaps you’ve arrived here after an infertility journey that makes this pregnancy so tender, delicate and special. Now that you’ve heard the pitter patter of your baby’s heartbeat… reality is setting in that it’s time to shift gears. It’s time to prepare your mind, your body, and your heart for this next chapter of your life. As ready as you are to finally experience pregnancy and childbirth… the thought of diving into childbirth education leaves you feeling overwhelmed and unsure.
Imagine being so in tune with your body and understanding what it’s doing to bring your baby here, that you calmly approach labor feeling peaceful and empowered.
Perhaps you’re here because your previous birth(s) did not unfold how you wanted, and you’re fired up about how different you want this pregnancy and birth to be. How much more supported and heard you want to feel… and you’ve also come to the right place.
Imagine feeling so connected to your baby, your partner, and your providers that you feel completely safe and supported during labor and delivery.
Hi! I’m Vanessa. I had a calm, confident, connected birth story that included infertility, HG, and laboring 32 hours in a hospital without an epidural. Education and preparation during my pregnancy was the foundation which made all that possible, and I’m here to teach and empower you too.
I get it, sometimes you don’t know what you don’t know- and that’s the overwhelming part.
Based on my experience as a Birth Doula and Childbirth Educator, below are some examples of things I’d want you to know heading into your birth so you aren’t blindsided or fearful of advocating for yourself.
You’ll learn the answers to all those questions and more, the evidence behind the whys, and tangible ways to reduce the risk of birth trauma. I’ll walk you through every step of the way to provide your pregnancy, birth, and postpartum with a…
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strong foundation
you’ll determine your “why”, learn what a physiological birth looks and feels like, and how baby’s station can mean more than your cervical dilation
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deeper connection
you’ll ensure your care provider is aligned with the birth you envision, and how to build out your village in a way that sets you up for best success all the way through postpartum
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broader confidence
you’ll know ALL of your options and be equipped with evidence-based resources to make an informed decision each step of the way, culminating in your very own birth plan
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and lasting calm
you’ll release fears that are holding you back from the birth you envision, infuse peaceful meditations into your daily routine, and practice proven pain-coping methods
Transform your journey through 50 lessons across 4 modules. Almost 8 hours of video content. Over 200 pages of guides as quick reference and worksheets to deep dive. Affirmations at every step.
This is metamorphosis.
module one
the foundation | Birth by Design
Consider this your "Childbirth 101" course, but better. Determine your ideal vision of birth. Learn the anatomy and physiology of it all. Practice some labor positions. Instead of a hospital class that teaches you how to be a good patient, this course leans into the power of your own body and intuition.
module two
the connection | Build Your Village
So much of your perception of birth "success" relies heavily on those you surround yourself with during pregnancy and labor. From care providers to good ol' Aunt Karen, learn how to establish a village that speaks to your birth vision... and not the generational birth trauma they carry with them. Learn what truly connected care can look like with you at the center.
module three
the confidence | Birth Priority Blueprint
Many birthing people aren't even aware they have OPTIONS and can say "No" or "Pause, please" if something doesn't feel right at any point along the prenatal to postpartum journey. Learn what true informed consent means. Gain confidence in your evidence-based knowledge. Advocate for yourself as you build a birth blueprint that truly aligns with how you want to welcome your baby into the world.
module four
the calm | Mindset Framework
Break free from the fear-tension-pain cycle that is holding you back from your ideal birth experience. Learn coping mechanisms beyond counter-pressure and hip squeezes. Carry that calm into your postpartum transition, leaving you thankful for all of this upfront "heart" work you're committed to completing in honor of you, your body, and your baby.
Curriculum
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BIRTH BY DESIGN
Section 01 Foundational Birth Prep
What's Your Why? Building Your Birth Vision
Foundation of Birth Mindset
The Design of Physiological Birth
Section 02 Labor Positions
Understanding Baby's Position
Optimal Birther Positions
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BUILD YOUR VILLAGE
Section 01 Building a Support Team Specific to Your Preferences
The 4 Decisions That Shape Everything
Creating Your Dream Team
Setting Up Support for Postpartum
For Partners: How to Support The Birthing Person
Section 02 Benefits of Hiring a Doula
The Impact of a Birth Doula
A Postpartum Doula's Helping Hands
Section 03 Expanding Your Care Team
Pelvic Health Physical Therapy
Chiropractic Care & Webster Technique
Prenatal Yoga
Perinatal Mental Health
Birth Photography
Lactation Specialists
Section 04 Prepping for Postpartum Success
Postpartum Support Planning
Meal Prep Party
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BIRTH PRIORITY BLUEPRINT
Section 01 Autonomy: Taking Full Ownership Over Your Birth
Developing Your Personal Autonomy
What is Radical Responsibility?
What's "Allowed" Versus Your Legal Rights
Advocating For Yourself in Birth
Section 02 Decision Making: Where Evidence Meets Intuition
The Birth of Modern Obstetrics
Understanding Your Birth Biases
The Process of Making Informed Decisions
Section 03 Options & Interventions: The Decision-Making Blueprint
Prenatal Tests and Uncommon Pregnancy Complications
Navigating Labor & Postpartum Options
General Labor Options
Variations of Normal
Induction and Augmentation Options
Comfort Measures & Medical Pain Relief
The Second Stage: Pushing Options
The Third Stage: Immediate Postpartum Options
Newborn Tests and Procedures
Cesarean Section Options
Uncommon Labor Complications
Section 04 Birth Preferences: Communicating Your Desires Effectively
Writing the Perfect Birth Plan
Communicating Your Desires Effectively
Embracing the Unknown
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MINDSET FRAMEWORK
Section 01 Fear: The Proven Process to Release Fear and Cultivate Trust
Integrating Your Birth Fears
Breaking Down Your Birth Fears
Preventing Unwanted Outcomes
Sharing Your Fears Out Loud
Section 02 Mindset & Pain: Beyond the Basic Coping Strategies
Living Mindfully in Preparation for Birth
The Four Meditations for Birth
Pain Coping Practice Methods
Intentional Pain Coping Sessions
Section 03 Postpartum: The Key to a Calm Transition
The Birther-Baby Dyad
The Foundation of a Calm Postpartum
The Holistic Path to Healing the Body
Aside from calm, confidence, and connection, you’ll also walk away with these tangible things:
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Your Big-Picture Birth Vision
Determine your “why” for investing in this education. If you begin to doubt yourself or this process, come back to this as a reminder.
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Birth Support Worksheet
Much of your success in labor & delivery depends on how you set up your village to best support you, and how you communicate your desires out to that village. This worksheet helps accomplish just that.
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Postpartum Care Plan
Similarly, much of your success in postpartum depends on how you set up your village to help, and how you communicate your wishes ahead of time. Be sure to share this plan with those who will be present during that time.
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Situational Practices
Whether it’s practicing how to advocate for yourself in a prenatal appointment or practicing how you will advocate during specific labor & delivery situations, these guides provide real-life very common scenarios to help prepare you for future conversations.
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Pain Coping Practices
You’ll be able to watch the pain-coping video over and over again, and record your reactions and preferences along the way with the pain-coping blueprint to help you narrow down specific methods that are most effective you.
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Support Person Checklist
Be sure your birth partner is prepared with this checklist of action items, reminders of what their role is during labor & delivery, and specific phrases to use to support you best in your most vulnerable moments.
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Birth Biases Worksheet
Everyone arrives at pregnancy and birth with certain biases based on their familial history, media consumption, and any past trauma. It’s time to recognize those so you can work through them in appropriate ways PRIOR to the birthing process.
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Birth Decisions Worksheet
This 26 page worksheet includes space to write down your thoughts and feelings about each lesson in the confidence module, prompts to dig deeper on your preferences, and questions to ask your provider for medical information and to ensure they align with those preferences.
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Birth Priority Plan
You’ll use the Birth Decisions Worksheet, your intuition, and your learnings from the videos to ultimately determine your top birth priorities. This 2-page (intended to be printed front-and-back) Birth Priority Plan will be an important doc to share with your team at prenatals and at the hospital.
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Movement Sequence Guide
A circuit of positions you can settle into during pregnancy to help your baby into optimal positioning for labor & delivery.
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Four Meditations for Birth
Four specific meditations to practice during pregnancy so you can more effortlessly go inward during labor. The fifth page of this guide also outlines how you can easily work these into your routine throughout your week.
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Labor Position Guide
Encouraging intuitive movement overall, this guide shares numerous position options with pictorial references and descriptions to help guide you through labor if you’re in need of ideas based on where baby is at in your pelvis.
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Fear Release Guide
Fears can be a significant road block in stalling your labor progress, so it’s very important to acknowledge them and work through them during pregnancy. Creating an action plan for how to conquer them, and sharing them out loud with your birth partner are all part of the process.
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DIY Affirmation Cards
Pre-made affirmations for both pregnancy and postpartum, along with a template to print and cut your own affirmations that resonate most with you. Hang these up where you’ll see them each day as a reminder of what you and your body are capable of.
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Empowering Cesarean Guide
If you are faced with a Cesarean birth, this guide outlines ways that you can still have a beautifully empowering birth. Explore these options with your provider, and practice advocating for these things as you prioritize.
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Postpartum Journal Prompts
Questions to help you process your birth experience after the fact, and prompts to inspire you to express your true feelings and needs. This can be an incredibly vulnerable time, and being proactive about documenting your feelings can help you navigate postpartum more mindfully.
…and so much more (did I mention there are over 200 pages of guides and worksheets to help you prepare?)!
Overwhelmed with how to accomplish it all? I’ve got you covered there too.
You can truly go at your own pace, or you can pick one of the timelines I’ve put together. Binge the lessons over a weekend, four weekends, or over six weeks.
FAQs
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The honest answer is that it’s never too early. Knowledge is power, and sometimes what you learn makes you realize you need to make big shifts in your care provider team... so the sooner the better. HOWEVER, it is also never too late. Everyone deserves that knowledge, and one of the perks of this program is that you can watch as much or as little as your time allows. Binge it in one weekend or watch one per night for two months- your choice!
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Kudos to you for investing in birth education! First: Hospital courses can be great and are certainly better than nothing. BUT they often only cover surface-level topics and the approach is more about teaching you how to be a “good patient.” These modules go SO much more in-depth and teach you true autonomy. Take a peak at the course curriculum above to see what you’re missing.
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How does “lifetime access” sound to you? That’s right, once you’re in, you are in for the lifetime of the course. As the program evolves and new things are added, you’ll gain access to those things too!
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Each module has a variety of videos, guides, workbooks, and activities. Videos within each lesson range from 5-20 minutes long.
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Due to the nature of how the content is shared (immediate all-access), there are no refunds after purchase.