Labor + Birth Classes

Birth & Labor Class: Master Your Body Mechanics for an Empowered Birth

Preparing for childbirth goes beyond knowing what to expect in the delivery room—it’s about learning how to move, open, and support your body through labor. Led by Dr. Xela Oyer-Javon, PT, DPT, PRPC, this interactive monthly birth preparation class bridges the gap between traditional hospital prep and functional, physical readiness.

As pelvic health physical therapists and body mechanics experts, we teach evidence-based techniques designed to help you work with your anatomy to reduce labor anxiety, ease discomfort, and minimize pelvic trauma.

What You & Your Partner Will Learn:

• Pelvic Biomechanics & Labor Stages: Gain a clear understanding of how pelvic bones, ligaments, and muscles shift during labor, alongside medical options and considerations to advocate for your birth preferences with confidence.

• Movement & Optimal Positioning: Practice physical positions and movement strategies customized to your body to facilitate labor progress and enhance comfort.

• Active Partner Support Techniques: Equip your support partner with hands-on comfort measures, position-specific counter-pressure, and actionable roles for every stage of labor.

• Pelvic Floor Relaxation: Master proactive relaxation methods to help prevent common labor challenges and support postpartum recovery.

Class & Schedule Details:

• When: Every 3rd Thursday of the month

• Where: Balanced Physical Therapy – Pelvic Health & Wellness Clinic

• Who Should Attend: Pregnant individuals and their birth partners (couples are strongly encouraged to attend together!)

• Pricing Options:
  $150 / Couple (Expecting Mother + 1 Support Partner)
  $125 / Individual Expecting Mother

• What to Wear: Comfortable, flexible clothing suitable for gentle movement and practicing labor positions.