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• Why should I take a childbirth class?
  Studies show that parents who attended a prenatal childbirth class had lower rates of preterm birth, lower rates of cesarean birth, are less likely to have their labor induced, improved communication with their partner & care provider, and felt more confident in their birthing experience!
   

• When should I start my childbirth class?
  Ideally, the earlier in pregnancy, the better - before the third trimester if possible, so that you have plenty of time to focus on each module. However, no matter how late you start, you will still benefit from taking a childbirth class!
   

• I'm planning on a scheduled cesarean birth. Is this course right for me?
  Of course! This is not an outcome-focused "method" of childbirth; instead, my aim is to arm you with the evidence-based information that you will need to make informed choices in your pregnancy, birth, and postpartum experience. You will learn how to identify what's normal, and what's NOT; proper prenatal nutrition & exercise; how to communicate with your birth team; how to prepare yourself for your postpartum recovery; and SO MUCH MORE!

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• What do I get when I enroll?
  The minute you enroll, you will have full access to all of the modules and downloads. You can work through the course on your computer, tablet, or mobile device - whatever works for you!
  The course workbook will be available for download as a PDF file, which you can print out at your convenience; or if you prefer, you can also order physical copies of the workbook separately.
   

• Can I pay for this course using my FSA or HSA card?
  Yes - this course is eligible for reimbursement by most plans! You can process payment through your FSA or HSA in one of two ways:
  
  - Pay your enrollment fee using your FSA/HSA card via this Square link, or via paypal.me/emdoula, and make sure to include in the notes: "Holistic Childbirth Preparation Course", plus your name, and the email address that you are enrolling with. Once the payment is processed, you will be sent an itemized invoice, and manually enrolled in the course.
  
  - Enroll online using your personal credit or debit card, and then you will need to submit a request for reimbursement from your company.
  You will likely require an itemized receipt; please email me at doulamiles@gmail.com after purchasing the course, and I can then send you an updated receipt showing the necessary information (my tax ID & NPI number, diagnosis & procedure codes, etc.)
  Your company may also require a "Letter of Medical Necessity" from your doctor or midwife - this is basically just a statement including your medical condition (pregnancy), why the expense is required (preparing for childbirth), and how this expense meets your needs (providing childbirth education.) You can print a Medical Necessity form HERE.

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• How long will I have access to the course content?
  Once you enroll, you will have LIFETIME ACCESS - including any future updates to the curriculum - so you can come back and review modules at any time, or re-take the course during a future pregnancy!

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• How long does it take to complete this course?
  That is completely up to you! If you're starting early in pregnancy, maybe you will plan to do a few lessons a week. Or, you might choose to work through the entire course in a week; it all depends on your experience, your learning style, and your pregnancy.
   

• Can I work through this course all on my own?
  Absolutely! There's no requirement that you have a partner in order to enroll in this course; however, you will certainly benefit greatly from working through it with a partner - whether that person is your spouse, significant other, a friend, parent, family member, or your doula.
   

• How should I plan to work through the material?
  This will vary based on your individual learning style, schedule, and how far you are into your pregnancy - but I recommend setting aside a pre-scheduled time every week for you and your partner to watch the videos, work through the reflection exercises, and review the resources. You will retain the information better if you try not to cram it all into a few short days.
   

• Can I share this course with my friends and family?
  Please don't share your course login with anyone other than your birth partner; however, if you enjoyed this course and would like to recommend it to friends and family, you can join the Affiliate Program to earn commissions on your referrals!