When you work with me as your doula, it’s my job to not only be there for you when you’re giving birth, but to also do everything I can to help you be prepared, relaxed, and confident for the birth. That is why I insist that you take a comprehensive birth preparation class and training. 
The best program that I know of both in the Bay Area and online, is Yes to Birth! with Rachel Yellin. My clients who take Rachel’s classes say that they felt way more confident going into labor and that their birth was a lot less painful and much more manageable than they thought it was going to be. 
Visit https://rachelyellin.com/childbirth-classes/ for information about birth classes. To receive a $25 discount on her classes, enter the code “25bucksoff” on her registration page. Be sure to list “Juliana Birnbaum” where the registration asks for the name of the person who referred you to the class. Rachel’s audio program is included in the price of her classes. If you can’t make any of the class dates in person or live on line, contact Rachel to discuss a private session or receiving video recordings of her classes. 
Visit https://rachelyellin.com/pregnancy-relaxation-meditation-program/ for details about Pregnancy, Birth & Beyond Audio Relaxation Program. When purchasing her program, use the code “julianab” to receive 20% off. 

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