In this 4-week Birth Essentials series, you will learn basic information about the birth process, stages of labor, pain management, and postpartum recovery. You'll practice coping techniques, relaxation activities, and labor positions. This class is focused on community birth (home and birth center) but is open to those planning hospital birth as well. The $150 class fee covers attendance for the birthing person and a partner for the 4-week series of 2-hour classes. Each family will receive a full-color Preparing For Birth workbook. Classes will meet in the Community Room at Clarksville Midwifery, 225 Dunbar Cave Road, Clarksville, TN 37043. We will honor the current office policy for mask-wearing at the time of the class. This applies to all attendees.