Classes & Community Events

Andaluz Waterbirth Center offers in-person, comprehensive Childbirth Education to help you prepare for a natural birth experience!

Our classes are open to anyone in the Portland area.

You do not have to be a client of the birth center to attend a class.

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Essential Childbirth Class

This 4-hour childbirth class focuses on the experience of giving birth outside of the hospital. Learn the stages of labor and how partners can offer effective support.

For a more comprehensive experience, also register for the Comfort Measures class.

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Comfort Measures for Childbirth

Set intentions for your labor through meditations and group discussion, learn helpful labor positions, practice coping techniques, and experiment with birth center tools.

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What If? - When Birth Changes Course

This 2-hour childbirth class covers what to expect if you need to transfer to the hospital for care either during or after your birth.

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Hypnobabies Childbirth Class

This in depth 6 week childbirth class series teaches the techniques of Hypnoanesthesia to cope with labor pain

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Prenatal Breastfeeding Class

Begin your breastfeeding journey prepared!

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Pumping 101

Learn the art and science of pumping breastmilk.

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Newborn Care Essentials

This three hour class covers all that you need to know about life during the 4th trimester.

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Infant Massage

Learn gentle, hands-on ways to soothe your baby and promote wellness.

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Andaluz Lactation Lounge

A community gathering for breastfeeding/chestfeeding parents to connect, learn, and share.

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Doula Community Gathering

A free event for local birthworkers to talk with our midwives, tour the birth center, and connect with other doulas.