WHY I CREATED THIS COURSE
Courtney shares her inspiration for creating her childbirth ed course, emphasizing that birth goes far beyond standard birth prep.
True empowerment in birth comes from doing the inner work—understanding your fears, beliefs, and desires—and building trust in your body’s innate wisdom. This course offers a unique, holistic approach designed to support women in having an authentic and deeply connected birth experience.
Why the Mind-Body Connection Is So Important
Unaddressed fear can trigger tension, which can stall labor and increase discomfort and lead to unnecessary interventions. By preparing the mind through practices like visualization, breathwork, and emotional release, women can build trust in their bodies and creates the conditions for a more peaceful, empowered experience.
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An Authentic Birth Experience
Birth is not just a physical event—it’s a deeply emotional and intuitive one, and tending to both the mind and body allows the full intelligence of the birth process to unfold.
That’s why this birth class goes beyond just the basics—yes, we cover essential topics like Nutrition, the Stages of Labor, and Breathing Techniques—but what makes this course truly different is its integration of powerful mind-body tools. You’ll learn how to tap into your intuition, work through your birth fears, and use practices that prepare you not just physically, but emotionally for birth. This isn’t just about information—it’s about transformation.
What's Included
What's Included?
7 Modules, a total of 38 self-paced video lessons, and over 20 informational PDFs covering the following topics (and more):
- Physiology of birth – understand what’s happening in your body
- Stages of labor – what to expect and how to move through each stage
- Comfort techniques – breathwork, relaxation exercises, movement, and positions
- Coping tools – EFT tapping, positions for birth, relaxation techniques, affirmations, and more
- Partner prep – practical tools for creating connection, great for couples who have chosen not to have a doula
- Birth "planning"– how to create empowered birth intentions
- Natural/holistic guidance – from a midwifery-informed lens
- Fear release module focused entirely on working through birth blocks
- Postpartum preparation – nourishing recovery, the early days with a newborn, nursing and postpartum care
What Makes this Course DIfferent?
- Integrates mind-body tools alongside practical, physiological education
- Offers holistic support, homeopathic and herbal tips and evidence-based nutrition recommendations
- Taught from the perspective of a home birth mom and holistic educator
- Honors birth as a rite of passage, not a medical event
- Offers tools to involve partners in a meaningful way
- Emphasizes trusting the body, releasing fear, and reclaiming birth wisdom
Who Is This For?
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Women who want to prepare for birth with confidence, clarity, and calm
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First-time mothers seeking a comprehensive understanding of the birth process
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Experienced mothers who want a more empowered, informed, or natural birth this time around
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Couples who want to be active participants in the birth experience
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Families choosing home birth, birth center birth, or a more natural hospital birth
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Those who value the importance of emotionally and energetically preparation
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Mothers who want to reduce fear, increase trust in their bodies, and make informed decisions
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Parents who want holistic tools, evidence-based information, and holistic strategies for birth
What Our Students Have to Say
“This course was exactly what I didn’t know I needed. I thought I was prepared because I’d read a few books and taken a hospital class, but Courtney’s course helped me connect with my intuition and truly trust my body. I felt so calm and grounded going into labor.” – Sarah M., first-time mom
“As a second-time mom, I was looking for a different experience—something more connected, intentional, and peaceful. This course gave me the tools to release fear, use my voice, and stay centered throughout birth. It was a complete game-changer.” – Rachel L., home birth mom
“Courtney’s class goes way beyond basic childbirth education. She weaves together evidence-based knowledge, emotional preparation, and holistic support in a way that feels empowering and nourishing. I felt prepared on every level—body, mind, and soul.”
– Ana T., doula and mother of three
“What I loved most about this course was how it brought my partner into the process. He felt included, informed, and ready to support me. The birth affirmations and exercises we did together helped us both feel confident and connected.”
– Jessica K., hospital birth mom
“This course helped me reframe birth not as something to endure, but as a sacred experience. I approached my labor with reverence instead of fear, and it made all the difference. Every pregnant mama needs this class.”
– Emily R., VBAC mom
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For just $99, you'll get the resources Courtney has shared with new parents for the last 17 years.
Your Instructor
Courtney brings over 17 years of experience as a doula and birth educator. She began teaching this very course in 2009 out of her midwife’s office in Buffalo, NY, and is thrilled to now offer a virtual version that’s accessible worldwide. It’s the perfect option for families in areas with limited natural birth support or for those seeking a more holistic, empowering approach to childbirth. Looking for personalized guidance? Check out Courtney's pregnancy and birth consultations.