Childbirth Classes
Doula Support, Training & Missions
Birth Kits and Supplies
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A Doula is a trained birth companion who provides support before, during, and after childbirth. She does not perform any clinical or medical tasks, but does provide emotional, physical & spiritual comfort measures to assist the woman and her partner to achive their plans for birth.
Learn How To Be A Doula!
DOULA TRAINING COURSE
February 23-25, 2012
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"I was thrust into Your arms at my birth. You have been my God
from the moment I was born." Psalm 22:9-11
Hi, my name is Donna.
I'm the owner and founder of A Birth Consultant Co. I have a Bachelor's Degree in Nursing and am currently working on a Master's Degree in Theology. It's my dream to combine these two passions in order to teach childbirth principles alongside valuable insight from God's Word as it relates to pregnancy and childbirth.
If you're looking for something different than what the world has to offer, then check out our classes! We still teach the traditional information that you want and need to know to prepare for the birth of your baby, but you'll also find the inspiration that only comes from above.
This may be a great time for you to draw closer to the Lord as you get ready to be parents He's planned for you to be. Let us help you welcome this baby from His arms into yours!
"Children are a gift from the Lord.
They are a reward from him."
Psalm 127:3
ABirthCo has been locally owned and operated in Tulsa, serving expectant families since May, 1992. Our classes have been taught by Donna Billingsly Rapp, a mother of four and experienced L&D nurse.
Combining her medical background with having unmedicated births, including a birth at home with a midwife, Donna is able to tailor a childbirth class to fit her students' wide range of needs, whether that might include having an epidural or an unmedicated delivery.
We think you'll appreciate that we limit the size of our classes to keep them small and personal. We also utilize state-of-the-art audio visual aids to enhance your learning experience, as well as allow adequate time for discussion of the information presented.
Although we teach with a spiritual emphasis, we respect and honor the differing belief systems that others may hold. Our goal is to promote unity and fellowship in a comfortable, enjoyable atmosphere where we can seek the favor of the Lord together.
We look forward to helping you prepare for the challenges and rewards of becoming new parents! Our fun and interesting classes provide the information and support you and your labor partner want, as well as the spiritual encouragement that you may need.
Hope to see you soon!
Email: Donna_ABirthCo.com
Address: 5459 S. Mingo, Suite H, Tulsa, OK 74146
Telephone: (539)664-5200 or Toll-free 1-877-513-HOLY (4659)
Fax: (918)419-2582
P.O.Box: 9681 Tulsa,Ok 74157
Contact us through phone or by email with the topic and your event date(s) that you would like to reserve. Upon receipt of your ABirthCo Speaker Reservation information below, we will email an Engagement Confirmation to you at the address you provide. Some restrictions may apply. Based on speaker availability.
We can supply a speaker bio and photo should you request it for a press release.
Thank you for selecting ABirthCo to speak at your next event! We look forward to the opportunity to assist you!
Pregnancy Bedrest is No Vacation!
Discusses causes and complications of bedrest. Explores the concept of having your life in order and the pursuit of happiness. Asks the question, Where do you live?
Target Audience: Women, Mothers and Mothers-To-Be
The Proverbs 32 Woman
Ponders the topic of ambition and success. Looks at the changing role of women in todays world. Defines respect to a T.
Target Audience: Women, Men, Couples
Marriage on the Rock
Marriages have fallen through the cracks. How can they be repaired? Is it that difficult to stay married these days? Whats the solution?
Target Audience: Married and Unmarried, Engaged
Before You Say, I Do
Lets put some socks on those cold feet. The top ten list of things to look for in that perfect mate. How to seek Gods will for your marriage.
Target Audience: Teens, Unmarried, Engaged
The Couples Connection Kit
Helps you work on that weakest link so you can stay connected and strong. Considers ways to bond that are better than super glue!
Target Audience: Married, Engaged
Please fill out the following information and either email or fax it to us to help us better serve your needs:
- Contact name, phone number and email
- Event location and address
- Event date and time
- Expected number in attendance
- Length and number of speaking
- sessions requested
- Type of event
- Brief history of event
Your selected topic: ________ (first choice) _________(second choice)
Our available topic:
_______ Couples Connection Kit
_______ Before You Say, "I Do"
_______ Marriage on the Rock
_______ The Proverbs 32 Woman
_______ Pregnancy Bedrest is No Vacation!
Class size are limited. Payment must be received prior to class start date. Your enrollment will be confirmed when we receive your payment.
Payment can be accepted online through PayPal, the worlds most trusted and secure online payment gateway.
Other payment methods include:
Pay by credit card over the phone, check, or money order through the mail.
We reserve the option to cancel or reschedule a class. Should this occur, fees paid would be refunded or transferred at client's request.
Thank you.
Doula Training
Christian Birth Doula Training Workshop ($250 per person)
This three-day workshop is the start of your journey to owning your own business as a doula. Includes the basics for setting up and maintaining necessary records with interactive hands-on learning to practice & improve your skills.
Homemade Organic Baby Food on Saturday from 10am - 12pm ($25)
Find out how to make the transition from liquid to solid foods to give your new baby's digestive system a healthy start and naturally support a healthy immune system. Also fun for older babies and toddlers to aid growth, sleep and behavior
Feb. 11, March 3, April 7, May 5, June 2 or July 7
Herbs for a Healthy Pregnancy on Saturday from 10am - 12pm ($25)
Learn what herbs are recommended and which ones are not advisable to help your body prepare to give birth. Includes what herbs are considered safe for your developing baby while supporting your health.
Feb. 18, March 18, April 14, May 12, June 9, or July 14
Nutrition for Postpartum Weight Loss on Saturday from 2pm - 4pm ($25)
Since dieting while breastfeeding is not recommended, what's a new mom to do to shed that excess body baby weight? Receive insight on losing weight the healthy way while eating a nutritious diet.
Natural Remedies on Saturday from 2pm - 4pm ($25)
Natural health remedies will be examined in this class for building strong constitutions and immune systems in mamas and babies, too.
Dads on Duty For Dads Only! from 6pm-8pm ($25)
Real dads share how they have learned to juggle all the responsibilities of fatherhood. Learn how to support your partner and what to expect in caring for the new baby-to-be while keeping your sanity intact.
Sat. Feb 25, Sat. March 24, Sat. April 21,
Sat. May 26, Sat. June 30, or Sat. July 28
Baby Sign Language on Wednesday from 10am-Noon ($25)
Baby sign language is a great way to help you communicate with your pre-verbal baby. Many people are amazed that babies as young as 6-9 months old can learn sign language. Yet, a baby knows what you are saying before they’re able to speak the words themselves. They develop the fine muscles in their hands long before they develop the muscles in their mouth and tongue which are necessary for speech.
Feb. 22, Mar. 21, April 25, May 23, June 13, or July 18
Baby sign language has numerous benefits. Besides being a lot of fun, it helps you bond with your child. Babies that sign are often less fussy because the baby can tell you what they want instead of crying. Research also shows babies that utilize sign language get a great start in life – with increased vocabularies and more advanced cognitive skills, even years after they have stopped signing.
Organic Baby Food
Herbs Pregnancy
Postpartum Nutrition
Natural Remedies
Dads On Duty
Baby Sign Language
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Celebrating Baby Art Workshops
These one-time classes are available on either Tuesday or Thursday and last two hours each. We have either morning or afternoon times open.
Making Fanciful Hair Bows
Sewing Handmade Tutu's (no machine required)
Silk Flower Arrangements
Creative Baby album Covers
Birth Announcements and Shower Invitations
Nursery Wall Decorations
Cost for each class is $25 plus supply list to be purchased from instructor at time of class. You'll be inspired to create artwork in true "mama" or "mee maw" style to announce baby's arrival into your hearts and homes. You will learn many unique possibilities to get creative with these fun projects!
About the Instructor:
Karon Anderson is a graduate of Northeastern Sate University and has earned a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Interior Design. She is a muralist, artist and seamstress, with further experience in visual merchandising. Most of all, Karon bubbles over with joy and is fun to be around. She will make your crafting experience something meaningful to add to your treasure chest of sentimental baby memories.
All of our classes are designed for beginning skill levels with a target participation age of 16 and up. Childcare is not provided. Classes will be scheduled as enrollment level is reached and you will be notified of the start date at least one week prior by telephone and/or email. Should you need to cancel your class, 48 hours is required to receive a full refund. All needed tools and materials will e supplied, except for the individual project supply list which you will need to purchase separately from the instructor at the time of the class. Thank you.
Bring a friend and you will receive $5 off on your next visit (offer good for 30 days after class attendance) ! Enroll in more than one class and get a $5 credit when you pay for the second class ! Discounts may not be combined with other offers.
Can enroll through phone/Email or online through PayPal
Doula Classes
What is a doula?
A birth doula is a person trained and experienced in childbirth who provides continuous physical, emotional and informational support to the mother before during and just after childbirth.
What role does a doula play during birth?
Physicians and nurses are responsible for monitoring labor, assessing the medical condition of the mother and baby, and treating complications when they arise. But childbirth is also an emotional and spiritual experience with long-term impact on a womans personal well being. A doula is constantly aware that the mother and her partner will remember this experience throughout their lives. By mothering the mother. during childbirth the doula supports the parents in
having a positive and memorable birth experience.
What effects does the presence of a doula have on birth outcomes?
Studies show that the presence of a doula results in shorter labor, a reduced need for pain medication, and improved outcomes for both mother and baby. In addition, long-term benefits of labor support include:
• Improved breastfeeding
• Decreased postpartum depression
• Greater maternal satisfaction
• Better mother-infant interaction
What effects does the presence of a doula have on the mother?
When a doula is present during and after childbirth, women report greater satisfaction with their birth experience, make more positive assessments of their babies, have fewer cesareans and requests for medical intervention, and less postpartum depression. The doula also helps to reduce stress for the mother and family and assists with bonding and attachment. It is hoped that the greater the bonding/attachment the less likelihood of child abuse and neglect.
What effects does the presence of a doula have on babies?
Studies have shown that babies born with doulas present tend to have shorter hospital stays with fewer admissions to special care nurseries, breastfeed more easily and have more affectionate mothers in the postpartum period.
What services are available before, during and after labor?
Doula services, Childbirth Education & Lactation Support. The doula first begins with a prenatal visit to see how she can best serve the family. She encourages regular prenatal care, prenatal exercise and prepared childbirth education.
On the second visit, she works on your ideal birth options with the understanding that flexibility and surrender to the process is most beneficial to a healthy labor. The birth preferences are not intended to be a rigid plan or script. They merely communicate the kind of birth you hope to have, so that the medical team can help you achieve it safely.
The doula is on call 4 weeks surrounding your birth. She offers education resources with physical and emotional comfort measures. She is also available for spiritual support, such as prayer and Biblical inspiration if requested. The doula assists and supports the babys father. She helps with skin to skin maternal bonding and breastfeeding. The doula helps you celebrate the birth of your baby as well as the birth of being a new mother and father.
Does a doula make decisions during labor?
A doula does not make decisions for clients or intervene in their clinical care. She provides informational, spiritual and emotional support, while respecting a womans decisions. A doula can provide the information to help parents make appropriate decisions and facilitate communication between the laboring woman, her partner and medical care providers.
Will a doula make the support partner feel unnecessary?
No, a doula is supportive to both the mother and her partner, and plays a crucial role in helping a partner become involved in the birth to the extent he/she feels comfortable.
Who should consider using a doula?
Anyone who is expecting. We believe that it is possible to help strengthen family bonds through improving the experience of birth.
What does a doula cost?
At times you may be able to hire a doula in training who is working on her certification for a reduced fee, but normal prices vary depending upon education and experience. At ABirthCo, we refer our clients to Holy Birth (TM) Ministries, Inc. for doula support. The doulas trained by ABirthCo are independent contractors only and may choose to accept our referrals or not, depending on their case load.
What is the difference between a doula and a midwife?
A midwife provides prenatal care, delivery of the baby, care of the mother postpartum and newborn care. The midwife is responsible for the safety of the mother and baby.
Doulas do not provide any kind of medical care. For instance, they would not listen to the baby's heart beat or do a vaginal exam or deliver the baby. They do provide emotional, spiritual and physical support for the laboring woman and her family and/or postpartum care of the mother and baby. Doula care has been shown to improve outcomes for both moms and babies in many studies.
What other services does a doula provide?
Birth doula services provide informational, emotional, physical and spiritual support to a woman and her partner during labor and birth. There are also postpartum doulas that provide support in the clients home after the birth; they may help with light housekeeping, cooking, babysitting older siblings, and breastfeeding support.
I'm planning to have an epidural; why should I use a doula?
A doula's support is not only focused on managing pain during childbirth. She is your advocate throughout your labor and birth helping you and your family with any questions or concerns that may arise, helping you understand what your care providers are saying, and attending to your comfort and needs. Should you request pain medication and/or anesthesia, sometimes they do not always arrive at the exact moment you are ready for them. You may benefit from having a doula support you during contractions until you get the relief you are planning on receiving. Once you receive anesthesia, you may not be feeling the intensity of the contractions but you are still having a baby. Your doula will remain with you throughout the birth, as well as the immediate postpartum period to support you and ensure that you and your family's needs are being met.
I'm planning to have a C-Section; why should I use a doula?
Having a cesarean section is having a baby. Your doula is your support and advocate throughout the preparation for surgery, and depending on hospital policies, she may be able to support you in the operating room as well. She will be at your side in the recovery room and can help you and your family with any questions or concerns that may arise, helping you understand what your care providers are saying, and attending to your comfort and needs.
Does a doula replace nursing staff?
No. Doulas do not replace nurses or other medical staff. Doulas do not perform clinical or medical tasks such as taking blood pressure or temperature, monitoring fetal heart rate, doing vaginal examinations or providing postpartum clinical care. They are there to comfort and support the mother and to enhance communication between the mother and medical professionals.
Who is a doula?
A doula is a trained birth companion who:
* Recognizes birth as a key life experience that the mother will remember all her life
* Understands the physiology of birth and the emotional needs of a woman in labor
* Assists the woman and her partner in preparing or and carrying out their plans for the birth
* Stays by the side of the laboring woman throughout the entire labor
* Provides emotional support, physical comfort measures, an objective viewpoint and
assistance to the woman in getting the information she needs to make informed decisions
* Facilitates communication between the laboring woman, her partner and clinical careproviders
* Nurtures and protects the womans memory of her birth experience
What are the benefits?
Studies have shown these results when a doula is present:
* Fathers participate with more confidence
* Greater success in breastfeeding
* More maternal satisfaction
* Fewer neonatal admissions after birth
* Less pre- and post-natal stress
* Less likelihood of post-partum depression
* Overall cesarean rate decreased 50%
* Length of labor decreased 25%
* Pitocin use decreased 40%
* Mothers request for pain medication decreased 30%
* 40% less need for a forceps delivery
Birthing Baby Series ($85 per couple)
Learn pain management techniques, including breathing patterns, relaxation techniques, partner coaching and comfort measures with biblical inspiration. Choose the format most convenient for your busy schedule, either a one-time class all day on a Saturday OR a four-week series in the evening. Either format works well for both first-time and repeat parents. Please be sure to bring your labor partner and two pillows to use because part of the class is on the floor.
Saturday Childbirth Class Workshop from 9am-5pm:
February 25, March 24, April 21, May19, June 16 or July 28
Tuesday, Four-Week Evening Series from 6pm - 9pm:
Feb. 7, 14, 21 & 28 Mar. 6, 13, 20 & 27 April 3, 10, 17 & 24 May 1, 8, 15 & 22
June 5, 12, 26 & tba or July 10, 17, 24 & 31
Breastfeeding Baby Class ($25 per couple)
Find out how to get started breastfeeding and prevent problems. Discussion of pumping and storing breastmilk for returning to work. Includes equipment and supply demonstration. Fathers encouraged to attend.
Thursday Breastfeeding Class from 6pm-8pm
Mar. 29, April 26, May 24, June 28 or July 26
Parenting Baby Class ($25 per couple)
What to expect in those first few moments and days from your new bundle of joy. Discusses bathing, diapering, calming, communication, cord care and more. Includes presentation from local pediatrician when available.
Monday, Parenting Class from 6pm - 8pm
Mar. 26, May 21 or July 30
Discount Packages
Get a discount when you enroll in more than one class!
Bundle #1
Birthing Baby Series ($85)
Plus two classes ($50)
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$135
(Less $20 Discount) -20
$115
Bundle #2
Plus one class ($25)
$110
(Less $10 Discount) -10
$100
Some scholarships are available
Birthing Baby
Breastfeeding Baby
Parenting Baby
More info coming soon!
Spanish Birthing Baby Series on Mondays from 6pm-9pm
Spanish Breastfeeding Class on Mondays from 6pm-8pm
REFER A FRIEND and both of you get a $10 discount off your childbirth class! (The discount will be applied when both payments are received. Doesn't apply to ABirthCo Studio or Academy classes. No cash refunds offered).
After giving birth about 80% of many new mothers experience blood loss, fatigue, and a drop in their high pregnancy hormones; all of which are considered to be the cause of "baby blues" and postpartum depression. It's so common, typically nothing is done till it's too late and anti-depressants are usually prescribed. Most drugs, including anti-depressants, are passed through breastmilk to the baby, so mothers have to decided to either stop breastfeading or suffer with depression.
Consuming the placenta has been shown through out decades to help stop the baby blues and diminish postpartum fatigue. Placenta capsules can be used to balance your hormones, enhance your milk supply, increase postpartum iron levels, and as well as increase your energy.
Why have us encapsulate your placenta for you?
Normally the placenta is encapsulated within 48 hours after the birth. If you are planning to deliver at home, we will come to your home so you can relax and bond with your new baby and not have to do a thing. If you plan to have a hospital birth, we will give you a consent form so you may obtain your placenta. You will need to discuss this with your caregiver in advance wherever you plan to deliver. If in the hospital, we will pick up your placenta from the hospital and return your capsules to you when they're done, whether you're still in the hospital or at home. Certain restrictions apply to hospital services, and extra fees may be added depending on your location. We bring all the equipment and encapsulation materials with us needed to do the job and follow OSHA guidelines during the preparation of your placenta. We sterilize everything thoroughly, dispose of any waste products and clean up after ourselves.
How to get started
For the standard ABirthCo encapsulation process, the fee is $200. Every placenta is different so we cannot guarantee you how many capsules you will recieve from your placenta, but it will be anywhere from 90-200 pills. We are happy to give you a free estimate of what the exact charges will be and schedule your delivery on our on-call agenda. You may contact us by email for more information or give us a call at your convenience.
We look forward to assisting you with this amazing benefit that no prescription medication, vitamin or herbal supplement can provide !
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Our Pregnancy Bedrest Ministry provides community networking, educational resources, and spiritual support for the woman confined to the hospital under physician-supervised bedrest or unable to receive prenatal education as a result of incarceration. Some restrictions apply.
What services are offered?
Resource Packet containing the following:
Lamaze and breastfeeding information.
Prenatal reference materials.
Listing of area community resources.
Recommendations for informational websites.
Newsletter containing helpful hints for bedrest, coping strategies and medical updates.
Services including the following:
Email and/or telephone support, if requested.
Ongoing support group for delivered or non-bedrest moms, their families and advocates.
How much does it cost?
Free to expectant mothers.
Donations will be accepted.
What restrictions apply?
Client must request services either on-line or by phone.
Client must speak English or supply an interpreter.
Client must be admitted to a Tulsa hospital on pregnancy bedrest under a physician's supervision or incarcerated.
Frequently asked questions:
Q - Is this program sponsored by a church organization?
A - We operate solely by donations and trained volunteers from a variety of sources.
Q - Can I receive services at my home?
A - Our services are only available to hospital inpatients due to the limited amount of resources available.
Q - Can I get help with transportation, utility payments or daycare expenses?
A - Our ministry funding is targeted specifically for the education of pregnancy bedrest clients.
Q - Are any of the instructors male?
A - Although we have male volunteers, all of our instructors are female.
Additional information:
Our services are available on a first-come, first-served basis
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Our gift certificates are a wonderful way to help a new family get off to a great beginning and they make great shower gifts.
Gift certificates may be redeemed on any product or service we offer. Certificates do not apply to previously attended classes.
The gift certificate will expire within 90 days of purchase.
Certificates are not transferable.
Christian Doula Missions
Plans are underway to take our doula training to The Dominican Republic on the Island of Haiti later this year.
We would appreciate your donations to help bless the childbearing families in this underserved part of the world! ANY of the following items would be helpful:
+ single (twin) bed sheets, top and bottom
+ baby clothes / blankets (summer), size infant to 12 months
+ photo paper / 4x6 for moms to get a picture of their baby
+ clothes for moms, babies or kids (summer)
+ soaps, shampoos and towels
+ Spanish books or information on pregnancy, birth, parenting, breastfeeding, etc.
+ Bibles in Spanish or English
+ General OB / L&D items:
- bulb syringes
- OB meds
- surgical cloths
- thermometers
- 02 equipment
- ambu bags
- breast pumps
- disposable baby wipes
- gloves, sterile and non-sterile
- instruments (check with local hospital for donations of used ones)
- chucks pads (disposable or washable)
Your gift can be dropped off at ABirthCo, 55th & Mingo, or call us at 539-664-5200 and we will make arrangements to pick it up.
Thank You!!
"Rise during the night and cry out. Pour out your hearts like water to the Lord. Lift up your hands to him in prayer, pleading for your children..." Lamentations 2:19
Thank you for sharing a pictures of your baby with us! We will join with you in prayer for your new baby and family, that God will bless and protect you. Just email your baby's picture and we will post it here anonymously.
Explore Gods Word from the creation to the second coming of Christ in the privacy of your home. Youll find it to be
Informative... as you find answers to questions you have long considered;
Visual... as you see and learn from large, illustrated charts;
Stimulating... as you find God has a plan for you in todays world;
Verbal... with Bible in hand, youll be reading and discussing Gods plan and its effect on the world today;
Prophetic... discover the relationship between current events and Biblical prophecy; and
Comforting... to know the God of creation is concerned about youtoday.
The Bible doesnt have to be a mystery. Exploring Gods Word presents the Bible from Genesis to Revelation in beautifully illustrated chart form. Contact us for more information on this free Home Bible Study.
More information coming soon!
BabyCenter.com - Information on baby development
KidsHealth.org - Children's health
LLLusa.org - LaLeche Leage Int'l Breastfeeding Education
NationalPrayer.org - Organized prayer
ParentChildCenter.org - Child abuse/neglect informaalliotion
SafeKids.org - Preventing injuries
Sidelines.org - National pregnancy bedrest organization
SIDSalliance.org - Sudden Infant Death Syndrome prevention information
TNPC.com - The National Parenting Center
TulsaRedCross.org - American Red Cross Safe sitters and infant CPR
KidsPr ay .org
LadiesMinistries.org
Moretolifetoday.com
whop.org - World network of prayer
