Having a child is expensive…learning about it shouldn’t be!
Abbie Downing is a Certified Birth Doula (DONA), Certified Lactation Counselor (ALPP), and Certified Childbirth Educator (CAPPA).
Hello and welcome to Birth on a Budget! I created this course so that no matter who you are, what your income is, or how much time you have, you can benefit from comprehensive birth and lactation education that will set you up for success as a new parent.
As new parents, we face a steep learning curve, from the labor and delivery of our baby to the sleepless nights in the early postpartum. My goal is to help soften this major life transition with helpful information and useful tools so that you can feel prepared.
Featured modules
Your time is precious! Each course module is meant to be watched at your leisure so you can absorb and process the information as you go.
Movement for Pregnancy and Labor Prep
Learn how to move your body in preparation for labor so that you can help your baby wiggle down and out. Build strength through the labor muscles, create flexibility in the joints and connective tissue and TRAIN your body for birth!
Comfort Measures for a Calmer Labor
Whether you are hoping to avoid drugs to help manage your pain in labor (or even if you are wanting an epidural!) the comfort measures I teach in this module will help set you up for a calm and supported labor experience that will empower you to work WITH your labor.
Recognizing the Signs & Stages of Labor
So….when will I know that it’s time!?! This module will teach you everything you need to know from “what the heck is a mucous plug?” to “how will I know when to start pushing?” and everything in between. Become an expect in the stages of labor before you start the process and feel prepared and READY!
Preparing for Postpartum
The postpartum period is unlike any other time in life – we transform from women to mothers, partners to parents. This time can be beautiful but also comes with several potential challenges. Learn how to anticipate the hardest moments and make a plan for moving through them with intention and support.
SELF-PACED LEARNING MODULES
BIRTH, POSTPARTUM, AND BREASTFEEDING
90 MINUTE LIVE GROUP Q&A WITH ABBIE!
BIRTH PLAN TEMPLATE, LABOR FLOW CHART, AND VISUALIZATION EXERCISE
“I really appreciated that she presented the facts when it came down to controversial things such as vaccinations and natural birth vs. medicated births, but didn’t try to convince anyone of one way or the other.”
Shalyla M. 9/23 Google Reviews
“We loved our Childbirth classes with Abbie! Very engaging and informative in a way that put both my husband and I at ease about the labor and delivery process! Highly HIGHLY recommend.”
Kelly C. 8/23 Google Reviews
“Abbie’s class helped us to understand what to expect and how to make good choices on the fly as changes developed during our birth.”
Meghan J. 6/24 Google Reviews
“Abbie leads a birth class which was phenomenal and super helpful.”
Josh L. 6/24 Google Reviews
(all reviews can be verified @ Animas Birth Doula)
Having a baby is expensive... Learning about it shouldn't be! 