HypnoBirthing

Masks are optional for both participants and instructors.

Hypnobirthing is a fully comprehensive childbirth class that will take you through each step of labor and birth and give you the training and tools to have a more comfortable birth. You and your birth companion will learn simple breathing, relaxation exercises and self-guided hypnosis techniques that allow you to trust your natural birthing instincts. HypnoBirthing teaches that in absence of fear and tension, severe pain does not have to be an accompaniment of labor. Hypnobirthing has proven to bring confidence, calm and comfort to the birthing mother and baby. This series is 5 weeks long and the registration fee includes the cost of the series and all supplies needed. Ideal to start this series by the beginning of your third trimester.

In addition to these class topics, you will have the opportunity over the class series to learn about and practice relaxation techniques and receive feedback from your instructor.

Class fee includes participant and one support person. Support persons are encouraged to attend.

Class length: 5 class sessions, 2.5 hours each

Class cost: $350

When you attend a childbirth education class with Inova Well, you know you are going to receive:

• Reliable, research and experienced based information
• An intimate environment where you can feel comfortable asking all your questions
• Compassionate instructors with many years of experience taking care of moms and babies
• Classes scheduled for days and times that are tailored to your busy life
• All the quality and standards you expect from the Inova Health System

Room: Suite 160- Ladies Board Education Center

Instructor: Ivana Lombardo

Who should enroll: Expectant mothers 18 and older ONLY. Class fee includes participant and 1 adult partner. Coaches are encouraged to attend.

Area of Interest: Childbirth Education

Public transportation: Yes

Handicap access: Yes

Refund policy: To obtain a refund for any Childbirth Education classes, a request must be submitted at least 24 hour prior to the start of the class. Inova Well reserves the right to cancel classes due to low enrollment, inclement weather or other unforeseen circumstances. To reschedule or request a refund in these situations call 571-472-1400, option 2. Classes not rescheduled within 30 days of cancellation will automatically be refunded to the credit card used for registration. Inova Well will accommodate class transfer requests whenever possible, however, transfers are not guaranteed. All registrants are entitled to ONE transfer per class. Repeated request for transfers will not be granted. For our full cancellation policy, click here.

Weather policy: Information about cancellations due to inclement weather or an area emergency can be obtained by calling the Inova Well weather hotline at 571-472-1438. Class cancellations do not always follow local public-school closings. To reschedule or request a refund for cancellation due to inclement weather or other unforeseen circumstances call 571-472-1400, option 2 or email myinovawell@inova.org. Classes not rescheduled within 30 days of cancellation will automatically be refunded to the credit card used for registration.

What to bring:

Please bring a printed or electronic copy of your confirmation email to your class. Feel free to bring a snack to enjoy during class.