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DIY Hair Bow Holder and Headband Holder [Tutorial]

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Hair bow holders are really easy to make and today I will be walking you step-by-step on how to make this adorable and easy DIY hair bow and headband holder.

When I found out I was pregnancy with a girl, one of the first projects I worked on was making a DIY bow and headband holder.

Not only was it so much fun to make, but it turned out less expensive that purchasing it custom made.

how to make a DIY bow holder

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So, why make a DIY Hair Bow Holder?

Well, because it a whole lot of fun to make, but also, because:

  • It keeps the bows organized and away from the floor
  • It saves drawer space
  • You can customize it with your daughters name and her favorite colors
  • It showcases the bows and headbands making it easier to choose one to match an outfit
  • The bow holder itself serves as a beautiful all accent piece
  • Custom hair bow holders can be pretty pricey
  • You can use it to display other things such as photos or small art work

DIY Bow Holder Materials and Tools

The following are the list of materials that I used to make this particular DIY hair bow and headband holder.

However, feel free to make changes to fit your preference in style and design.

DIY bow holder materials

Materials:

Tools:

  • stapler
  • paint brush
  • hot glue gun
  • scissors

How to make a bow holder (Tutorial)

1. Paint the wooden frame 

If you bought your frame with the color of your choice, then you can skip this step.

Otherwise, paint your wood frame with the color that you wish.

Depending on the frame that you use and the type of paint, you might have to give multiple coats. My frame for instance, took 3 coats of paint to achieve an even look.

2. Decorate you letters 

While your frame dries you can start to decorate your letters if you are opting to display your daughter’s name on your frame. There are multiple ways you can do that…

Here are some ideas:

  • brush liquid glue and sprinkle glitter
  • paint them with the color of your choice
  • stencil in a design
  • add a texture (e.g. gems)

I opted for glitter and these embellishment stickers.

how to decorate your hair bow holder

All I did was spray glue on the letters, sprinkled the glitter, and once dried, I applied these pearl stickers to fit each letter.

wood letter embellishing

3. Staple the ribbon strips 

Once the paint has dried in your frame it is time to add ribbon strips.

To do that, simply turn the frame over, and measure the distance from top to bottom. Then, cut as many ribbon pieces as you wish to use for your your holder.

To secure the ribbons to the back of the frame I used a stapler.

Make sure you pull the ribbon tightly before securing with the staple. Doing so will ensure a tight grip.

hair bow holder with ribbon              hair bow holder ribbons

4. Screw in hooks

If you are opting to put hooks in your bow holder, now is a great time to put them.

The hooks I purchased were sharp enough, which allowed me to screw them on with my hand without the use of a drill.

These hooks are a great addition to your DIY bow holder if you are looking to also hang headbands from it.

Also, the amount of hooks you use in your hair bow holder is totally up to you.

bow holder and head band holder

5. Make a frame holder

The way you display your hair bow holder is up to you.

I opted to crate a ribbon holder made out of the same color ribbon I used to create the ribbon strips. However, I opted for a wider ribbon for additional support.

hair bow hanger with ribbon

Other options to hang your bow holder are:

  • Burlap ribbon
  • Rope
  • Yarn
  • Metal

All you have to do is cut 2 long string of ribbons. Then, staple one strip to each top back side of the frame. Once secured at each side, make a bow with the two loose ends.

6. Attach your flowers and your letters

Now that your bow holder frame has its ribbon strips, hooks, and holder it is time to attach the rest of the details.

For this hair bow holder I opted to decorate it with a few flowers and the letters I had previously decorated.

All you have to do, is attach the flowers of your choice one at a time using a hot glue gun. Although you can glue them anywhere in your bow holder frame, consider placing them in a corner so that you have room on the other side to add your letters.

DIY bow holder flower decor

Once the flowers are placed in the location of your choice, hot glue your letters on the opposite side.

You can also opt to glue the flowers at the top of the frame and the letters at the bottom of the frame.

7. Add your bows and headbands!

You did it mama!

It is time to add your beautiful bows and display your beautiful art piece.

hair bow holder tutorial

Additional info

As your daughter grows, her bow holder can grow along with her. Over the years you can give it a fresh coat of paint and embellish it with things that she develops interests in.

For instance, the hooks in the bow holder can later be used to hang bracelets and necklaces. Or when she grows out of bows, you can use this piece as an picture display by hanging pictures in the the ribbon strips.

I hope this is a keepsake you and your daughter love and use for years to come.

If you decide to make it and would like to share it with us, email to lovelymomhood@gmail.com and I will gladly showcase it here so that other moms can get inspired.

So, will you be making your own DIY Hair Bow Holder?

DIY bow holder tutorial

3 Chore Rewards Systems (Plus, 50 Chore Rewards Ideas, Printable)

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Assigning chores to our children can often feel like a tug of war, and honestly, we often just let go of the rope because it becomes overwhelming.

After all…

  • What age-appropriate chores should we assign our kids?
  • Should we grant them rewards for doing chores?
  • Should we pay our kids for chores? If so, how much should we even give them?
  • How do we keep track of all chores?

I mean the list goes on…

Then, we go online looking for a free, basic printable chore chart in hopes that it helps us magically put something in place that works. But in turn, that leaves us with nothing but a blank chore chart because we don’t have a system in place…. and who are we kidding, we don’t even know where to start!

Does that sound familiar? I thought so because I have been there myself.

But, no worries my dear friend!

Today we are talking all chores, rewards, and everything in between so that once you leave here you have all of the tools you need to implement a successful chores routine that works!

chore chart reward ideas, printables

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So, why assign chores?

Well, in a nutshell, the introduction of chores in young children sets the foundation for their personal and social responsibilities for later in life.

Studies have shown that children who are assigned chores from early on, “have higher self-esteem, are more responsible, and are better able to deal with frustration and delay gratification, all of which contribute to greater success in school”. (Source)

Chores teach responsibility. In turn, learning and practicing responsibility from early childhood ensures that later in life our children:

In addition to the future benefits of doing chores, they also provide our children with a great sense of pride and accomplishment after successfully completing their assigned tasks.

It also helps them feel important, appreciated, needed, and a valuable part of the family nucleus. It teaches them about contribution, working as a team, and being responsible and accountable for their needs and their belonging.

So, before we deep-dive in assigning chores and choosing the right Chore Rewards Systems that best suits your family dynamic, here is a Complete Chore Charts and Rewards Toolkit (Printables) that will help you put everything we speak about today in motion without having to write a single thing down!

About that later! But first…

How do you reward kids for chores? 

It is often up for debate if, and when, children should receive rewards, compensation, and/or praise for completing their chores.

Every family has its own dynamics in the way they implement family systems. For that reason, we will be going over the main 3 Chore Rewards Systems, so that you can pick what works best for your family.

No Rewards

Some experts believe that although praise and positive reinforcement are effective at promoting good habits, setting a recurrent monetary compensation for kids may create a false sense of entitlement.

After all, the whole purpose of chores is to help them create healthy habits about their personal and social responsibilities as being part of the family nucleus, without expecting anything in return.

While there is logical truth in what some experts claim, there is also a lot of data that proves that positive reinforcement is small dozes such Rewards and “Work-for-Hire” chores are in fact very effective— more than we can say about “Allowances”. Read on…

Allowances 

Although allowances are encouraged as part of some family dynamics, they should not be linked as “payment for chores.”

Think about it, should kids be receiving a “paycheck” for making their bed in the morning or cleaning their room? I think we can agree that the clear answer in, NO!

If however, you opting for allowances as chore compensation, consider only doing so for kids who already understand the concept of chores. Allowances are given as a recurrent weekly/monthly incentive and are highly discouraged for younger children.

With that said not all monetary compensation for chores is frowned upon. In fact, “Work for Hire” is a parent and expert favorite— more about it next!

Weekly and Monthly Rewards 

A better alternative than a “Allowances” for completing chores are Weekly and Monthly Rewards.

As positive reinforcement for kids who successfully complete their chores, they will be given the option to select from:

  • a weekly reward (typically consists of a small incentive such as stickers, new pencils, or their favorite dessert)
  • bi-weekly reward (medium rewards such as going bowling or having a friend over)
  • monthly rewards (are higher valued rewards like a video game or new toys)

At the beginning of each week— or month depending on the route you choose— you and your child will agree on a reward ahead of time and write it down on their Chore Chart as motivation.

Another great idea is to create a “Chore Store”. It simply consists of a bin or box full of inexpensive items from the Dollar Store or Amazon, where kids can pick a price at the end of every week if their Chore Charts have been checked-off.

“Work for Hire” (Chore Buck!)

Now, THIS is my favorite Chore Rewards System. 

Here is why….

The ”Work for Hire” Chores System allows them to earn money on extra chores that have been deemed as “compensatory.”

”Work for Hire” chores are typically harder in nature and they shouldn’t interfere with their assigned chores.

The benefits of the “Work for Hire” System is that they aren’t receiving compensation on things that they should be doing as their contribution to the family nucleus. Instead, they get compensated for extra chores parents need help with around the house.

This method prepares them for the real world as it mimics was adults do: We don’t receive compensation for our daily house chores and home responsibilities, but we receive a paycheck for “working”.

In essence:

  • the kids are learning about their personal and family responsibilities (without compensation)
  • they are given the option to earn money on extra chores by putting in the work
  • they learn how to manage and value money
  • you get some help with things that need to get done around the house
  • …and everyone is happy

Win-win-win!

A great system is to use Chore Bucks—included in the Chores Toolkit Bundle below—and creating a ”Work for Hire” board which would be placed next to their Chore Charts.

Children who willingly complete a particular chore in the ”Work for Hire” section will save their chore dollars and collect their payment at the end of the week/month. Then they can save their money to buy things they really want. These principle is very effective in teaching them the value of money.

Chore Charts and Rewards Toolkit (Printables)

If implementing any of these rewards system sound confusing, complicated, and overwhelming, then you might want to check out the Chores Toolkit Bundle.

It brings all of the resources you need to put a Chores Routine in place that covers everything we just spoke about.

Chore Chart Pintables for Kids

Here is what’s included: 

  • Step-by-Step Instructions… reminding you what to do.
  • Chores and Allowance Master List… age-appropriate chore ideas for kids of all ages.
  • Chore Chart (Daily/Weekly Tracker)… that can be printed and used week after week.
  • Reward Systems Guide… which walks you through the reward options covered in this article.
  • 50 Reward Ideas… for weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly rewards.
  • My Reward Ideas Brainstorming Sheet… to write down reward ideas they would like in the future.
  • Chore Bucks Cutouts ($1, $3, $5, $10)… to use for as “Work for Hire” payout.
  • No-Chores Coupon Cutouts (1-Day, 3-Day, 5-Day) which are great as birthday gifts, Christmas gifts, good behavior, good grades, and more!

Currently, the Chores Toolkit Bundle sells for only $10 and trust me, they will be the best $10 you have spent in a while. Establishing any kind of successful routine with your children and keeping our sanity in the process is priceless!!

50 Chore Rewards Ideas (Printable)

The following 50 Chore Rewards fall in all spectrums: weekly, bi-weekly, monthly, free, expensive, time investment… I mean you name it!

The idea is that you pick and choose from this list what ideas work best for you and your family.

No need to write them down either. Here are 2 FREE downloads that will make your job a whole lot easier. Feel free to come up with your own and write them down in the “My Reward Ideas” Sheet also included in this free download.

Here are 50 great Chore Reward Ideas you can write down in your Chore Chart as part of your Chores Routine.

1. Go out for ice cream. What child doesn’t love to go out for ice cream? This is a great idea for a weekly or bi-weekly rewards.

2. Movie night. This is one of our family favorites and it is great for weekly chore rewards. Take them to the movie theater instead for a bi-weekly or monthly reward.

3. Bowling. Another great bi-weekly treat!

4. New App for their Tablet. Most kids nowadays have a tablet and they are constantly asking for new Apps. This would be a great chore reward for a bi-weekly or monthly chore.

5. A new video game. Video games are another big request, especially amongst older kids. This is a great monthly or eve quarterly (4-months) reward. Also because this is a costly item, they can save up their “Work for Hire” earnings and buy it themselves.

6. A night out with mom. This reward should be granted regardless, but just to ensure that we don’t get busy at the last second, they can write it down as part of their rewards so that nothing gets in the way.

7. A night out with dad. Same as with mom this is a great opportunity to spend time together. Whether you opt to make a “night in” for a weekly reward, or a “night out” for a bigger reward… you are sure to have a blast together!

8. New board game. Board games are a great gift for any occasion. As chore rewards, in particular, you can offer them as bi-weekly rewards.

9. Have a friend over. Making this idea part of their weekly or bi-weekly reward will serve as great motivation for them to get things done. Trust me.

1o. A new book. New books make for great rewards. Not only are they inexpensive—if you know where to buy cheap books—but they are extremely beneficial to their development. My advice… buy them in bulk for as much as 90% OFF retail price at KidsBook.com and use them as rewards throughout the year! #momwin

11. New clothes. Yes, it is our responsibility to provide clothing for our children. But, it isn’t our job to buy them the latest trends. So if they have something in mind they really want, they can write it down in the rewards section of their Chore Chart as a bi-weekly or monthly rewards (your choice). Or they can buy themself when they save enough Chore Bucks.

12. A “no-chores ” pass. If you’d like, you can also include “No-Chores” passes—included in the Chores Toolkit Bundle— as part of their weekly, bi-weekly, and monthly rewards. Good news? These rewards won’t cost you a penny!

13. Favorite dessert. This is another great weekly reward. If your kids are anything like mine, they would do anything for baked goods, haha.

14. A small toy. Small toys are great go-to’s for weekly rewards. The best way to go about it is to set up a Chore Store, which is simply a box full of dollar store toys they can pick from every week.

15. $10 shopping spree (Dollar Store). For some rewards, the Dollar Store could be your best friend.

16. Art supplies. My son loves art! So most of his go-to rewards are art-related. Think about what your child likes to do and include some of those tools and supplies as options for chore rewards.

17. School supplies. School supplies are always needed, especially throughout the school year when they run out of things. Or, when they just simply want school supplies because they are, well… infatuated with them. I know I am!

18. Bubbles. Bubbles are a great chore reward for young children.

19. Chalk. This is another great weekly reward for kids who love chalk.

20. Go to mini-golf. Family outings of any kind are super fun. Put this on their chore chart reward and watch them check off that list faster than lighting.

21. Stay up past bedtime by 1 hour. This is every child’s wish so it is a great addition to the list.

22. Computer time. Limit their computer time by offering it in return for completing chores.

23. Bakery Date. I mean, come on! A trip to the bakery? Tell me the chores you need me to complete.

24. Science kit. Science kits are really popular these days. STEM projects, for instance, are great for developing math and science skills.

25. Favorite dinner. Making their favorite dinner and dessert makes for a simple, easy, and yummy chore reward.

26. Out to a favorite restaurant. If cooking is not your thing on Sundays. Go out to breakfast, lunch, or dinner to their favorite spot in celebration of chore completion.

27. Headphones. Most kids nowadays use headphones for school-related tasks and entertainment purposes. If they want a new set of headphones, they can request it in their Chore Chart Reward section as a bi-weekly or monthly price—some headphones can be really pricey.

28. Posters. If your child has been eyeing a poster for the bedroom of their favorite cartoon, singer, or sports player… they can request it upon completion of a weekly or bi-weekly chores.

29. Sticker pack. These work great as weekly prices and Chore Stores.

30. Picnic. Our kids love going for a picnic from time to time at a nearby park. We all love it there. However, with the hustle and bustle of the week and even some weekends, we often opt out of going. Writing it down as part of a chores reward ensures we make it a priority to do so.

31. Backyard camp out. This is so much fun! Grab a tent, some snacks, flashlights, blankets, and enjoy some great family time outdoors.

33.  Bath toys. Non-toxic bath toys make for great chore rewards, especially for younger kids.

34.  TV Time. Okay, let’s face it… screen time is a real problem these days. Help reduce TV time by granting it as chore rewards, only.

35. DVD movie. DVD’s are slowly fading away, but if your child collects them, then this is a good option.

 36. Favorite cookies. Either home-baked or store-bought, who doesn’t love cookies as rewards.

37. Favorite chocolate/candy. Candy is often off-limits in our home most of the time. But, they can sure earn it.

 38. Playdate. Completing chores and getting good grades is the perfect recipe to earn playdates.

39. Gift card. Gift cards to their favorite store/places make for great rewards, especially for older kids.

40. Coloring books. Easy, fun, and inexpensive. Again, buy a big pack and keep them handy for chore rewards, holiday baskets, stocking-stuffers, and more.

41. New shoes. Just like with clothes, if there is a pair of shoes they really want, completing chores and getting good grades could get them their dream shoes.

 42. Sports equipment. Sports equipment is very costly, trust me I know! If there are new sports gadgets they want, write it down as a potential chore reward.

 43. Trip to the zoo. Another great family trip.

44.  Glow sticks. These are super fun and a perfect item for a Chore Store.

 45. Glitter. If you are braver than I am you can opt to reward your kids with glitter.

 46. Balls. Balls of all shapes as sized are typically inexpensive and really fun.

 47. Pretty blanket. Kids love blankets, so adding one to the rewards list will make a great incentive to get chores done.

 48. Throw pillow. They have all kind of cute pillows for kids, here are some great ones.

 49. New cup. A cute cup always makes for a good chore reward.

 50. New toothbrush. Just because it is recommended to change toothbrushes often, offer them as chore rewards from time to time.

In summary 

Motherhood is a journey, not a destination. There are some guidelines to help us navigate through the way we raise them and the things we teach them, but nothing is set in stone.

Although we know that chores, in general, are incredibly beneficial for our children, the way we go about them is completely up to us.

I hope that these Chore Rewards Systems and Reward Ideas gave you something to think about.

Also, remember that the Chores Toolkit Bundle has all of the resources you need to help you implement everything we just spoke about, stress-free.

What chore reward ideas have you thought about including in your list?

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5 Best Online Childbirth Classes (Natural or Hospital Birth)

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Online Childbirth Classes are on the rise in popularity, and rightly so. After all, what better way to learn about labor and delivery than from the comfort of your home using some of the best online childbirth classes available today.

In this article, we will be talking all about some of the best and popular online childbirth classes, and we will break them all down in detail so that you can pick the best option for you and your baby.

Each prenatal class (depending on which you choose) will teach you all you need to know about going through labor, delivery, and even postpartum and newborn care, with ease and confidence.

But first…

Why take an Online Childbirth Class?

As a nurse by trade, most of the prenatal classes I took were, well… in my birth hospital. Looking in retrospect,  I can’t tell you how much I wish I had the online resources available today at my disposal.

With everything I know today about the birthing process and the many incredible resources that have been created over the last few years to help moms take control of their birthing process and their bodies, I would have made many different choices.

Why do you ask? Well…

Time. Online childbirth classes save you an immense amount of time! No need to work around your (and your partner’s) schedule because the content is accessible to you at all times.

Convenience. I don’t know about you, but I much rather learn all the childbirth process, techniques, and strategies sitting next to my husband, in my pajamas, in my bed… than in a hospital classroom. You also have the convenience of having the learning material at hand which allows you to go at your own pace.

Access to the material for the length of your pregnancy. With prenatal hospital classes, you will be presented the information in a 1-2 hour span as a one-time event. Chances are that by the time you give birth 80% of that information is no longer fresh in your mind. Online Childbirth courses however, you will have access to all of the material from the moment of purchase until you have your baby. This means you can pause, rewind, replay, and re-watch as many times as you need to.

Access to ongoing support and answers to your questions. One of my favorite things about some of these courses is that they offer ongoing support for the length of your pregnancy. Mama Natural Birth Course, for instance, has a Private Facebook Group for their students where you will receive ongoing support from your instructors and fellow moms-to-be who are also enrolled in the course.

Online Child Birth Class vs Hospital Prenatal Classes 

Besides most of the reasons already mentioned, it is important to note that most (not all) hospital prenatal classes are geared more towards the birthing process as it relates to medicine and their intervention.

After all, studies show that over 32% of deliveries in the USA are done by C-Sections. (source)

Nothing against C-sections thought! They should, in fact, be used as an alternate method depending on multiple factors or as a life-saving intervention. However, when possible, we should be given the option and the tools to prepare our bodies and mind to do what it was created to do… deliver or babies.

A Childbirth Class, on the other hand, focuses more on women and their natural ability to be able to power through their own birth by providing them with proven techniques to do so.

So, in essence, opting for a really good “out-of-hospital” birth course may help you avoid becoming one of today’s statistics.

What Type of Childbirth Classes are included in this List?

There are many different types of birthing courses out there. They all come with their own philosophy, time commitment, and expense.

For that reason, I have opted for the best and most popular Online Childbirth Classes created and taught by fellow nurses, Lamaze Instructors, and doulas.

I have broken the courses down in detail so that you can find the one that fits you (and your partner) best… your personality, your goals, and your learning style.

Here, you will find:

  • Natural Childbirth Class (Home and Birth Center)
  • Natural Hospital Birth Class (Hospital Setting)
  • Prenatal Classes for Couples (Any Setting)

Note: Don’t let the words “Natural Childbirth” fool you, some of these courses also discuss things like epidurals, medical interventions, and c-sections if you were to encounter those scenarios.

They will be broken down into the following sections: 

  • Course Overview
  • Who is This Childbirth Course For?
  • Best Features
  • Course Length
  • Course Content Overview
  • Instructor

**IMPORTANT**

Childbirth classes may be eligible for reimbursement with a flexible spending account (FSA), health savings account (HSA), or a health reimbursement arrangement (HRA). Especially, courses 1, 2, 3 in this list. So, if you opt for one of those 3 courses, save the receipt as you will need it if you qualify for reimbursement. So, check with your health insurance.

Also, because of Covid-19 all of the following courses are currently being discounted.

Alright, let’s take a look…

Best Online Childbirth Classes

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1. Mama Natural Childbirth Class 

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Class Overview

Mama Natural Birth Course is currently the #1 Online Childbirth Course available. It is a comprehensive online course designed to equip your mind, body, and spirit to help you achieve the birth you have always envisioned.

It is designed to educate, inspire, and empower moms and partners to deliver naturally.

Who is it for?

Mama Natural Birthing Course is for women who are looking to have a natural birth.

It is good for moms-to-be or even second times mom looking for a more natural experience this time around.

Whether you have your heart set on a water birth in your living room or a gentler and more natural hospital delivery, Mama Natural will equip you with everything you need to know.

It also has a Bonus Module on vaginal births after a C-Section (VBACS).

Best Features

  • Mama Natural is currently the #1 bestselling online childbirth class.
  • It contains Course Modules on postpartum, newborn days, and breastfeeding.
  • They also have a Private Facebook Group for students offering continuous support and a community. Students have 24/7 access to both course instructors.
  • The payment invoice contains all the information you need to submit to your FSA or HSA for reimbursement.
  • They donate 10% of all profits to midwifery projects in the developing world.

Course Length 

It features 12 hours of video content, online, on-demand.

They come divided into 8 classes total giving students the ability to take one class per week, or to binge-watch the whole course in over a weekend.

Course Content Overview:

  • Class 1: Overview and reality check
  • Class 2: Preparing your mind, body, and spirit
  • Class 3: Your support team
  • Class 4: Early and active labor
  • Class 5: Transition and pushing
  • Class 6: Birth and the “third stage” of labor
  • Class 7: Unexpected stuff (and how to handle it)
  • Class 8: Aftercare for baby, mama, and breastfeeding
  • BONUS: Vaginal Birth After Cesarean (VBAC)
  • BONUS: Breastfeeding Master Class
  • MORE BONUSES: Weekly practice sessions to prepare your body and mind for childbirth, segments on nutrition, and natural remedies for common pregnancy complaints.

Instructor (s)

The Mama Natural Birth Course is hosted Genevieve, a mom of 3 and Maura Winkler, a certified nurse-midwife, a registered nurse (RN), a doula, a breastfeeding counselor, and a placenta encapsulator.

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2. KOPA Prepared Natural Birthing Classes

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Course Overview

Kopa Prepared Natural Birthing Classes have combines their knowledge to bring you the most current, evidence-based education for a healthy pregnancy and natural childbirth. Kopa Childbirth Classes specialize in helping couples have a natural birth in a hospital setting.

Their curriculum focuses on teaching moms to be (and their partners) coping techniques, positions of comfort for labor, hospital interventions, and much more.

Who is this for?

Kopa Prepared Natural Birthing Classes are an amazing resource for women who are looking to have a natural hospital birth.

Whether you are a new mom to be or are giving birth again but looking for a different and more natural birthing experience in a hospital setting, these classes are exactly what you are looking for.

Kopa Prepared Natural Birthing Classes are for you if: 

  • You want a simple, natural birth in a hospital, free of unnecessary medical procedures.
  • Want to make choices during labor, confident that your doctor and nurses will honor your preferences.
  • You want the freedom to move and give birth in the position that feels best to you, without restrictive policies or rules.

Best Features

  • Private Kopa® Members Facebook Group.
  • Offers TWO-course versions giving you the flexibility to pick the one that is best for you.
  • Access to the course instructor by email for any questions you might have.
  • The payment invoice contains all the information you need to submit to your FSA or HSA for reimbursement.
  • 30-day money-back guarantee.

Course Length

It contains 12+ hours of course material and 8 comprehensive video classes.

Course Content Overview 

The Kopa Prepared Classes offers TWO versions of the course and you can check them out in full detail here:

Here is a content overview for KOPA Prepared Essentials: 

  • Class 1: A foundation of relaxation
  • Class 2: The birth process and early labor
  • Class 3: Patterned breathing and active labor
  • Class 4: Labor Positions and sensory techniques
  • Class 5: Transitions and the pushing phase
  • Class 6: Medication, C-Sections, and Labor Induction
  • Class 7: Benefits and Risks of hospital-based interventions
  • Class 8: Birth Plans and the mock labor experience

The KOPA Prepared Plus version includes everything mentioned above (KOPA Essentials), plus:

  • Extended 7-month online access period for review and skills practice
  • Kopa Meal Plans
  • Relaxation Triggers Class
  • Prenatal Fitness: Fitness Instruction & Workouts for Each Trimester
  • Newborn Babywearing Basics Class
  • 3 Partner Labor Guides
  • “Affirmations for Labor” Audio Tracks
  • “Touch Relaxation” Audio Tracks

Instructor/Course Creator 

The KOPA Prepared Natural Online Birthing Classes/Course was created by Katie Griffin, a Registered Nurse turned Lamaze Certified Childbirth Educator. She’s given birth 6 times (5 of them were natural hospital births).

Katie has also helped prepare over a thousand couples for their own, empowering, natural hospital birth.

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3. The Online Prenatal Class for Couples 

Online Prenatal Class for Couples

Course Overview 

The Prenatal Class for Couples is another great alternative for women looking to learn all about the labor and delivery process from the comfort of their home.

The Prenatal Class for Couples covers the full transition of hospital birth and walks you through the labor delivery phase, postpartum, and early newborn days.

It walks you through the whole process of having a hospital birth so that you are prepared and know what to expect when the time comes.

Who is it for?

The Online Prenatal Class was crafted specifically for couples to help them simplify the labor process so you can have a more relaxed pregnancy, birth, and postpartum time.

Best Features:

  • Offers THREE versions (Basic, Online Course, Deluxe Online Course)
  • 30-day money-back guarantee
  • Receipt of the class might be used as reimbursement to your FSA or HSA

Course Length 

The eBook contains over 60 pages, the online course has over 11 lessons.

Course overview 

They offer THREE versions of the course and you can check them out in full detail here:

All versions contain information about: 

  • Intro
  • What to come to the hospital for
  • Counting Contractions
  • How to know if you’re in labor
  • L&D Routines/Inductions
  • Equipment in L&D
  • Pain Management in the Hospital Setting
  • Delivery Time
  • Cesareans
  • Five Best Tips for Labor & Delivery
  • First Few Days
  • First Few Months
  • Natural Pain Management
  • Newborn Care

Instructor 

This course is taught by Hilary who has been a labor and delivery nurse since 2001 and has taught hundreds of expecting couples. She is also the mom of 3 children.

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4. Birth it Up 

Birth it Up Natural Series

Course Overview

The Birth it Up Series created by Mommy Labor Nurse (Liesel Teen) is a set of courses that cater to all different types of birth preferences. Depending on which Course Series you choose (Natural Birth Series or Epidural Series), Liesel walks through the entire process through video lessons.

Who is This Childbirth Course For?

The Birth it Up Series is perfect for all types of moms as it teaches all types of birth plans.

Whether you want a natural birth, are set on an epidural, or are having a scheduled c-section one of these series will meet your needs.

Best Features

  • These series are really affordable (get an additional 10% OFF when you use the code: LOVELYMOMHOOD)
  • They have a Private Facebook Group for Students
  • All courses come with a downloadble PDF version
  • Satisfaction Guarantee Policy

Course Length

Birth it Up: Natural Series has 9+ hours of video content, plus other written content.

Birth it Up Epidural Series has 5+ hours of video content, plus other written content.

Course Content Overview

Birth it Up: Natural Series:

* Section are comprised if 2-7 lessons

  • Section 1: Welcome
  • Section 2: My Story
  • Section 3: Research and Prep
  • Section 4: Anatomy and Physiology
  • Section 5: Hospital Tips
  • Section 6: Pain Control
  • Section 7: The Mentality of Going Natural
  • Section 8: Pushing
  • Section 9: After Delivery
  • Section 10: Special Circumstances
  • BONUS: Liesel’s Ultimate Guide to Labor and Delivery
  • BONUS: 74-page PDF download of the course material
  • BONUS: Access to Private Facebook Group

Birth it Up Epidural Series:

These series mimic the Natural Series in content structure but the material itself caters more to the epidural process.

Instructor

Liesel Teen is the creator and instructor of the Birth it Up series. She is a labor and delivery nurse and mom to a sweet little boy! She is also the founder of Mommy Labor Nurse. She’s been practicing as an L&D nurse for 6 years, and I’ve helped hundreds, if not THOUSANDS of women through their births!

* Remember, get 10% OFF with code: LOVELYMOMHOOD

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5. Supporting Her Online Class

Supporting Her Online Class for Dads

Course Overview

Supporting Her covers all of the aspects of spousal roles including before, during, and after birth. It teaches tips, techniques and actionable skills to help partners take care of themselves and moms-to-be during labor and birth.

Supporting Her is an easy way to learn all they need to know, at their own pace, in less than two hours from their computer or phone. They can pass on the boring books and all-day classes and be confidently ready for the big day with this one online class.

Who is this course for?

This particular online class was created especially for dads to be.

It might often seem as though the birthing process is all about mom and baby, but dads and partners have a vital role to play on any successful birth team.

There is so much valuable information in this course for dads-to-be!

Best Features 

  • It is mainly for dads.
  • This course is also available through a phone app which makes it super handy and convenient for dads on the go.

Course Length

Two hours of video content plus written material.

Course Curriculum 

Here is a little sneak peek of the of Supporting Her curriculum:

  • Labor Room (videos)
  • Physical Support (video)
  • Verbal Support (video)
  • The game plan (handout)
  • Partner Packing List (handout)
  • and MUCH more!

Check out the full curriculum, here.

Instructor 

The class was created by expert birth educator and doula Alice Turner. With more than 13 years of experience as a doula and 7 as a Lamaze certified childbirth educator, Alice has supported more than 200 births and knows the power of a prepared partner.

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Complimentary Prenatal Courses

Alongside these aforementioned courses to help prepare you for childbirth, it is worth to mention Milkology!

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Learning about breastfeeding in a more intimate and paced environment is a wonderful thing. Online breastfeeding courses allow you to watch the material at your own pace, with the ability to pause and replay from the comfort of your home.

Milkology has one of the best and most affordable Online Breastfeeding Classes today.

They are taught by Stacey Stewart, Certified Lactation Educator through CAPPA, a mom of 3 and the founder of Milkology.

Milkology’s features THREE classes and they include…

★ THE ULTIMATE BREASTFEEDING CLASS

The Ultimate Breastfeeding Class is a simple step-by-step program that covers everything you need to know in 13 easy-to-watch lessons.

It focuses on:

  • The benefits of breastfeeding
  • Understanding the process
  • Learning the techniques
  • Knowing what to expect
  • Finding Support and Getting Prepared
  • And more…

>> View the course in full detail here <<

★ THE ULTIMATE EXCLUSIVELY PUMPING CLASS

The Ultimate Exclusively Pumping Masterclass is a simple step-by-step program that covers everything you need to know in 11 easy-to-watch lessons. Trust me, If you will be exclusively pumping you will need all of the tips and tricks you can get and this course focuses exclusively on teaching you all you need to know to exclusively, and successfully pump.

>> View Course, here <<

★ THE ULTIMATE BACK TO WORK PUMPING CLASS

Last, but definitely not least is The Ultimate Back to Work Pumping class navigates you through how to pump effectively along with other important information.

You will learn how to: 

  • Choose the right pump
  • Learn to pump like a pro
  • Make plenty of milk
  • Plan your return to work
  • Preparing for success
  • Plus bonus material

>>View the course in full detail here <<

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SO, IN SUMMARY

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Afterword 

I know this was a lot of info, but I also know how much I wish I could have had all of these incredible resources available and broken down for me like this when I was pregnant with my children.

As beautiful as a journey as pregnancy and childbirth can be, it can also be a time for a lot of anxiety and overwhelm.

It is my hope that with this list I have been able to help you sort out the Online Childbirth Course that will help you achieve the birth of your dreams.

I want you to know that I feel incredibly honored to be able to be a part of your beautiful journey.

Please don’t hesitate to ask any questions or simply stop by to say hello. You can do so in the comment section below or directly at lovelymomhood@gmail.com.

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