Childbirth Preparation

Birth Plan Guide

Doulas in Austin

A doula is a person who accompanies a woman in labor and mothers the mother, taking care of her emotional needs throughout childbirth. A doula also provides support and suggestions for partners that can enhance their experiences of birth. A postpartum doula continues that valuable emotional support and guidance, helping a family make a smooth transition into new family dynamics.

Childbirth Techniques

Many different childbirth techniques exist, but some a particularly directed at natural child birth. This link reviews the details of such well-taught methods in Austin, including  HypnoBirthing, The Bradley Method, Birthing From Within.

Childbirth Preparation Classes with Kelly Pena

Childbirth Preparation Classes are available for our patients and their coaches. The classes give you insight into the birth philosophy of our practice, and an opportunity to ask any questions you may have. The classes will include information to help assist you in the birth of your child. You will learn details of the normal labor and delivery process, with an emphasis on a variety of breathing and relaxation techniques for labor. Anesthesia options, cesarean section, and variations of the normal process will be discussed.