"This class helped me form and reform my understanding of what to expect in childbirth, and empowered me to have techniques to cope with the process, using my love of music! Thank you!" Krissy F. Class member.
Marie is a talented Music Therapist and a caring doula and childbirth educator. She has a passion for working with women and their families, and it shows in her work. I highly recommend Marie's services for anyone who wants to feel more educated, more relaxed and more confident about their birth. Nicki H.
I have had five children-- four naturally, and have taken three different childbirth classes that included a variety of approaches to birthing-- some that were helpful, and some that were not. Marie's approach includes relaxation, massage, and preparation-- all things that I have found to be key to comfort in labor. The thing that sets Marie's classes apart from any others is the addition of music. Marie teaches how the use of music in preparing for childbirth can actually provide your body with a cue as to how it should respond at each stage of labor. She also makes it easy for labor coaches to assist with the music by clearly marking which music should be used during which stage. Anyone who has been through natural childbirth knows it can be done, but that it can be very difficult to remain in control enough to relax in response to the intensity of contractions. Marie provides a powerful way to help your body maintain the control that is necessary for birth to be the amazing miracle it was intended to be. Amber D. Prenatal appointments.
The Music Therapy Childbirth Prep class was fun and informative. It prepared me to give birth, and take care of a newborn. Because of the techniques I learned in class, I was able to have a natural birth, and my husband was very into it too. My baby and I still use the relaxation music from the class, and love it! I definately plan on using the method for my next births. I would also recommend Marie as a doula, she was great! Lindsay W. Class member and doula client
Pain management with music is such a great idea. I wish I'd known about it with my first 3 kids! Tiffani J. Class member.