Group Childbirth Classes in Northampton and Amherst, MA
Private Classes anywhere in Western or Central Massachusetts
"Craft: (verb) To make to produce with care, skill, or ingenuity"
Private Classes anywhere in Western or Central Massachusetts
"Craft: (verb) To make to produce with care, skill, or ingenuity"
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Not every birth plan is right for every mother, but EVERY mother has the right to know her options and to plan for and strive for the birth she wants. At Crafted Birth, we believe the first step to achieving your desired birth is to know your options -- if you do not know what is available to you, how can you make an informed choice? We can help you craft your own philosophy and wishes for your birth, guide you through the process of planning for your care, and with caring, skill, and a little ingenuity, prepare you for the arrival of your baby!
We offer comprehensive childbirth classes covering all aspects of pregnancy, labor and delivery, and postpartum care, including medicated and non-medicated pain management. Breastfeeding and Infant Care classes are also available. Unlike Bradley or Lamaze methods, we tailor our classes to help each individual couple determine what kind of birth they want and what they can do to achieve it. Whether mom wishes for an epidural or a non-medicated birth, to breastfeed or feed with formula, is planning a vaginal birth or scheduled Cesarean birth, we help her plan for her care and build the skills necessary to have the birth she wants.
Crafted Birth classes take place in Northampton and Amherst, MA. Group classes encourage community support with other local pregnant women and couples, while private classes can be easily customized to your unique needs and schedule. All classes encourage discussion, skill-building, and practical, hands-on exercises and demonstrations.
We look forward to helping you craft your best birth!
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Our Childbirth Educator, Mollie Hartford-Chamberland, is a graduate of the Childbirth International Childbirth Educator training program. Previously, Mollie worked for Nickelodeon, Out of the Blue (Super Why!) and Sesame Workshop. Mollie graduated from Hampshire College with a degree in Adolescent Development and Media Studies, and from Teachers College - Columbia University with a Master's Degree in Developmental Psychology. Mollie lives in Northampton, MA with her husband Chris, son Rowan, and Gipper the pug.
Our Childbirth Educator, Mollie Hartford-Chamberland, is a graduate of the Childbirth International Childbirth Educator training program. Previously, Mollie worked for Nickelodeon, Out of the Blue (Super Why!) and Sesame Workshop. Mollie graduated from Hampshire College with a degree in Adolescent Development and Media Studies, and from Teachers College - Columbia University with a Master's Degree in Developmental Psychology. Mollie lives in Northampton, MA with her husband Chris, son Rowan, and Gipper the pug.
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Testimonials
"Useful information coming from an incredibly well-informed source. Mollie is a font of knowledge and genuinely loves this topic. She offers judgment-free advice and is always up for a good debate."
~ Emily M., Brooklyn, NY
"HUGE thank you to Mollie for dealing with my crazy questions."
~ Jennifer C., Dalton, MA
"No one told me how hard birth to 1 year would be, but I am glad there are people like Mollie there to help me through. She literally kept me sane!"
"No one told me how hard birth to 1 year would be, but I am glad there are people like Mollie there to help me through. She literally kept me sane!"
~Myia A., Murrieta, CA (entire review)
"[Mollie] had the best advice for ME and my situation and actually listened to what my concerns for birth are for baby 3. ... She actually listens and gives feedback on the person and not what SHE would necessarily do."
~ Courtney P., Holden, MA
Registration and Payment Policies
Registration is simple: just email Mollie at CraftedBirth@gmail.com. Please indicate which class you would like to register for.
We accept Cash, Check, or Credit Card via Paypal (for an additional 3% fee). Payment is due at the beginning of the first class.
If cost is a concern, please be aware that some health insurances reimburse for childbirth education classes taught by certified childbirth educators, such as those at Crafted Birth. Please contact your insurance company for details, and Mollie will work to provide any documentation you need.
We offer a 15% discount to families who are on MassHealth Insurance, student insurance plans, and the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program/SNAP (formerly the Food Stamps Program). We also offer a 15% discount for active military families and veterans. Please email Crafted Birth to request this discount.
Make-Ups & Refunds
If you miss a class, Mollie will gladly send you a email detailing the topics we discussed during class. You are also welcome to make up the class for free during any other class series (in Northampton or Amherst). If another series is not available, you may schedule a 15-minute sit-down with Mollie before or after the NEXT class in the series, for free. If you would like to make-up the entire class in private, you may schedule a private session (at the private hourly rate). You will not receive a refund for a missed class.
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Registration is simple: just email Mollie at CraftedBirth@gmail.com. Please indicate which class you would like to register for.
We accept Cash, Check, or Credit Card via Paypal (for an additional 3% fee). Payment is due at the beginning of the first class.
If cost is a concern, please be aware that some health insurances reimburse for childbirth education classes taught by certified childbirth educators, such as those at Crafted Birth. Please contact your insurance company for details, and Mollie will work to provide any documentation you need.
We offer a 15% discount to families who are on MassHealth Insurance, student insurance plans, and the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program/SNAP (formerly the Food Stamps Program). We also offer a 15% discount for active military families and veterans. Please email Crafted Birth to request this discount.
Make-Ups & Refunds
If you miss a class, Mollie will gladly send you a email detailing the topics we discussed during class. You are also welcome to make up the class for free during any other class series (in Northampton or Amherst). If another series is not available, you may schedule a 15-minute sit-down with Mollie before or after the NEXT class in the series, for free. If you would like to make-up the entire class in private, you may schedule a private session (at the private hourly rate). You will not receive a refund for a missed class.
Serving Adams, Agawam, Amherst, Ashfield, Athol, Barre, Becket,
Belchertown, Bernardston, Blandford, Brookfield, Buckland, Charlemont, Cheshire,
Chester, Chesterfield, Chicopee, Colrain, Conway, Cummington, Dalton, Deerfield,
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Phillipston, Pittsfield, Plainfield, Richmond, Rowe, Royalston, Russell, Savoy,
Shelburne, Shutesbury, South Hadley, Southampton, Southwick, Springfield, Stockbridge,
Sturbridge, Sunderland, Tolland, Tyringham, Ware, Warren, Warwick, Warwick, Washington,
Wendell, West Brookfield, West Springfield, West Stockbridge, Westfield, Whately,
Wilbraham, Williamsburg, Windsor, Worthington
