Waitlist

This course is ideal for expectant parents looking to cultivate mindfulness skills to support them through labor, birth, and early parenting. It's especially suited for those who prefer a condensed schedule.

The 4-week MBCP Condensed course offers a shorter, more flexible option for expectant parents who may not be able to commit to the full 9-week program. While it includes many core elements of the MBCP curriculum—such as mindfulness practices, pain coping techniques, and partner communication—it does not offer the same depth, pacing, or home practice support as the full-length course. The 9-week MBCP Online course allows for more time to integrate mindfulness into daily life and build community over a longer period.

Absolutely. Partners are strongly encouraged to attend. However, a birthing person is more than welcome to come on their own or with a friend or a doula. We each have our own journey into parenthood. A birthing person needs to find their own inner resources to work with their body/mind during the labor and birthing process. A partner needs to find how to be with the birth process. The skills learned in the workshop can be useful for whoever attends.

The focus of this workshop is mindful awareness, something not usually taught in other childbirth education classes. Since the application of mindfulness is universal, this workshop can be an excellent complement to any childbirth education class, including refresher classes. It can also be helpful for those who anticipate a birth experience requiring special medical attention or for those who have had a difficult previous birth experience.

The 4-Week MBCP Condensed course is a live-online program designed for expectant parents seeking a flexible, high-impact alternative to the traditional 9-week MBCP course.It delivers essential mindfulness and childbirth practices over four weekly sessions.

Access deep physical and mental relaxation Engage the mind to work with pain during labor Increase confidence and courage for labor and delivery Practice prenatal yoga for strength and flexibility Develop skills for managing stress in pregnancy, parenting, and daily life Enhance partner communication skills Become more aware of their own approach to parenting

The course is conducted live via Zoom, providing interactive sessions and a virtual classroom environment. Participants can connect with others, share resources, ask questions, and delve deeper into mindfulness, pregnancy, and parenting topics throughout the 4-week series—and beyond.

Yes, scholarships are available for expectant parents who need extra support. You can join the scholarship waitlist to apply - https://form.jotform.com/242823953521154.