Childbirth Classes

Childbirth education is incredibly important for all families expecting, not just for homebirth or birth center couples but for those planning hospital births as well. Our childbirth educators discuss everything from proper nutrition for a healthy pregnancy to trust in birth, risk and benefits of pain medication in childbirth, birth plans, understanding and coping with labor, the postpartum period and much more. We have in-person childbirth education courses and an online option for classes.

Take our 5-hour preparation Lamaze Class in Oceanside:

Join a supportive, evidence-based childbirth class rooted in the six healthy-birth practices. Learn how to trust your body, navigate labor, and make informed decisions, all in a warm, guided setting.

What you'll learn

• How to trust your body during labor

• Six Healthy Birth Practices (walk, change positions, etc.)

• Comfort techniques: breathing, movement, partner support

• Decision-making and avoiding unnecessary interventions

• Keeping mother and baby together after birth

• Strategies for advocating for your birth preferences

Why This Class Matters

This class isn’t just about facts — it’s about building confidence, trust, and connection. Led by a licensed midwife, certified doula, and certified Lamaze Childbirth Educator, you’ll gain:

• Empowerment: Feel ready and self-assured about your birth choices

• Evidence-based information: Learn with Lamaze principles that respect physiological birth

• Partner support: Help your birth partner learn how to support you effectively

• Community: Connect with other parents preparing for birth

Class Details

• Duration: 5 hours - 10 am - 3 pm (interactive and hands-on)

• Instructor: Peggy Vetter

• Location: Nine Moonbeams — 2131 S El Camino Real, Oceanside, CA 92054

• Fee: $250 per couple

• Upcoming Dates:  10/17/26, 11/14/26,  no class in December,  01/16/27

What to bring

• Your birth partner or support person

• Comfortable clothing for movement

• A notebook or something to take notes

• Yoga mat and birthing ball if availabl

• Any birth preferences or questions you already have

How to Sign-UP

Please use the Sign Up button below to register for the class. Be sure to include your name, phone number, email address, and the class date you’re signing up for in the comment section.

If you have any questions, please reach out to Peggy directly. She’s happy to support you with anything related to the childbirth class or additional services.

Take our online midwife-led childbirth education:

Our online childbirth education class is the only exclusively midwife-led online childbirth education course. Taught by a perinatal chiropractor and licensed midwife, Dr. Chrisi Kelly, it draws on years of experience holistically supporting pregnant women through every stage of pregnancy.

It is perfect for all mamas whether seeking homebirth, birth center or hospital-based birth and seeking to optimize prenatal health and get informed on your choices during this very important time in life.

The outline of our online course includes:

• Pregnancy run-down

• Prenatal healthcare options

• Prenatal providers (midwife vs. OB)

• Prenatal testing

• Optimizing prenatal health

• Prenatal exercise

• Prenatal nutrition

• Stages of labor

• Optimal fetal positioning

• Medical interventions

• Induction methods

• Unexpected situations

• Comfort measures

• Support in labor

• Understanding your stress responses

• Relaxation techniques

• Breathing tools

• Doula care

• Medical options for pain relief

• What to expect postpartum

• Postpartum recovery tips & tricks

• Postpartum nutrition

• Breastfeeding basics

• How to take care of a newborn

PLUS tons of helpful handouts including:

• Customizable (& cute) birth plan

• Midwife guide to contractions & water breaking

• Midwife guide to labor

• Medical intervention guide

• Natural baby registry must-haves

• Prenatal health assessment

• NORA tea recipe

• Holistic support for clogged ducts & mastitis

AND MORE :)

You’ll receive lots of practical information regarding the different stages of pregnancy, labor and delivery, and the care of your newborn child through thought-provoking dialogue, memorable exercises and interesting videos.

We strive to provide answers to all your important questions. Our approach to childbirth education is based on a holistic model: exploring not only the physiology of childbirth and pregnancy, but also the implications of the physiological and emotional aspects of the birth experience.

Our classes help pregnant women and their partners clarify their values, release fear, cultivate intuition and develop confidence for childbirth and parenting. They will help you to make more informed choices about birth and the care of your baby based on knowledge of benefits, risks and alternatives to obstetrical procedures.