Online Pregnancy, Childbirth, and Postpartum Class
Feel calm, ready, and confident—whether you're planning a hospital birth, a home birth, or still figuring it out.
What You'll Get
Expert-led, self-paced guidance that helps you feel informed—not overwhelmed—through every stage of pregnancy, birth, and postpartum.
This course gives you real-talk clarity, emotional prep, and practical tools to help you feel ready—however your birth unfolds.
| Feature | In-Person Hospital Classes | Nurtured Nest Online |
|---|---|---|
| Scheduling | Fixed weekly classes at set times | Available 24/7, learn at your convenience |
| Learning Style | Instructor-led, group-based | Self-paced, personalized learning path |
| Content Depth | Limited by available class time | Comprehensive coverage of all topics |
| Partner Involvement | Partner must attend scheduled classes | Partners can learn at convenient times |
| Flexibility | Limited makeup options if you miss | Never miss content with 24/7 access |
Built for real life
No, you don't need to block off hours. Most lessons take just 5–10 minutes, so you can dip in during snack breaks, after appointments, or while hiding in the bathroom. Go at your own pace. Skip around. Pick what matters most. This course doesn't care how you finish it—it just wants you to feel more ready.
Led by real parents—who are also labor nurses, midwives, and childbirth educators
You'll get the expert insight you need and the emotional honesty no one else talks about.
It's the kind of support you wish every provider had time to give
Birth prep, pain management, postpartum recovery, mental health check-ins—delivered in plain language, on your schedule.What You'll Learn
✔️ Managing third-trimester symptoms
✔️ Stages of labor and how to know when it's go-time
✔️ Pain relief options—medical and natural
✔️ Mental health: baby blues, PPD, and fourth-trimester care
✔️ C-section recovery
✔️ Pelvic floor health and prolapse explained
✔️ Feeding decisions: breastfeeding and bottle-feeding
✔️ Physical recovery and intimacy after birth
Course Features
- Videos: 52 expert-led lessons (most under 8 minutes)
- Duration: Over 5 hours of content
- Guides: 8 comprehensive digital/video modules
- Downloads: 22 tools including birth plan templates & checklists
- Format: Text, video, and printable—learn your way
- Access: 12 months unlimited viewing
Bonus Resources click to expand
Explore real-life topics that matter but often get overlooked in standard birth classes:
- Pain with sex after birth
- Pelvic prolapse explained
- Understanding body changes during pregnancy
- Sibling prep and whole-family transition
- Medication safety, marijuana/alcohol use, vaccines
Meet the Educator Team click to expand
This course was built by people who know what it's like to be in your shoes. Our team includes midwives, labor nurses, and educators—who are also real parents.
Meet the team behind the course right here.
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🎥 Watch Sample Lesson
This sample lesson shows you exactly how our expert instructors guide you through establishing healthy sleep patterns for your baby.
📄 Preview Our Resources
Get a taste of our comprehensive checklists, meal planners, and quick-reference guides that make parenting decisions easier.
These are just 2 examples from our library of 50+ downloadable resources including meal plans, development checklists, emergency guides, and step-by-step routines.
- Regular price
- $199.00 USD
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Everything You Need to Prepare—All in One Place
✓ Common Symptoms During 3rd Trimester
✓ Body Changes During Pregnancy
✓ Pregnancy Back & Hip Pain
✓ Pain During Sex
✓ What is the Pelvic Floor?
✓ Pelvic Prolapse
✓ Diastasis Rectus Abdominis
✓ Postpartum Incontinence
✓ Birth-Ready Breathing
✓ Exercise During Pregnancy
✓ Pregnancy Challenges You May Experience
✓ Nesting During Pregnancy
Physical Changes & Body Care
✓ Common Symptoms During 3rd Trimester
✓ Body Changes During Pregnancy
✓ Pregnancy Back & Hip Pain
✓ Pain During Sex
✓ What is the Pelvic Floor?
✓ Pelvic Prolapse
✓ Diastasis Rectus Abdominis
Medical & Safety Guidelines
✓ Medications During Pregnancy
✓ Vaccinations During Pregnancy
✓ Syphilis & Pregnancy Guide
✓ Debunking Folic Acid Myths
✓ Marijuana During Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
✓ Alcohol During Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
✓ Chlorine, Sunscreen, Mosquitos & Pregnancy
Mental & Physical Readiness
✓ How to Mentally Prepare for Childbirth
✓ How to Physically Prepare for Childbirth
✓ Birth-Ready Breathing
✓ Exercise During Pregnancy
✓ Matrescence- the transition to motherhood
Support System
✓ Preparing Older Children for Baby's Arrival
✓ How Your Community, Family, And Friends Affect Your Birth Experience
✓ A Video for the People Who Will Support You During Childbirth
Understanding Labor
✓ Stages of Labor Overview
✓ How to Know When Labor Begins
✓ What's a Contraction?
✓ What Does A Contraction Actually Do?
✓ The Early Stages of Labor
✓ How Do You Know It's "Go" Time?
Pain Management & Comfort
✓ Options You May Have for Pain Management
✓ Pain Theories That Will Help You Understand Labor Pain Management
✓ Coping With Back Labor
✓ Epidural and Anesthesia
✓ Comfort Measures for Birth
✓ How to Use Labor Positions as Comfort Measures
Cesarean Birth
✓ The Basics of Cesarean Birth [c-section]
✓ What If I Have An Unplanned Cesarean Birth?
✓ Skin To Skin After Cesarean Birth
✓ Additional Strategies For Cesarean Recovery
✓ Nursing Positions for Cesarean Birth
Physical Recovery
✓ The Postpartum Nitty Gritty
✓ POST-BIRTH Warning Signs Guide
✓ Postpartum Preeclampsia Guide
✓ C-Section Recovery: Expert Tips from a Pelvic Floor PT
✓ Essential Postpartum Pelvic Floor Care
✓ Back & Hip Pain
Exercise & Activity
✓ Returning to Regular Activity & Exercise After Birth
✓ Early Postpartum Exercise Video Guide
✓ 6 Weeks + Postpartum Exercise Video Guide
✓ Postpartum Exercise Substitutions and Modifications
Intimacy & Physical Changes
✓ Being Intimate After Birth
✓ Postpartum Pain During Sex
✓ The Lowdown on Lube
✓ Incontinence
Mental Health & Support
✓ What You Need To Know About Perinatal Mood Disorders
✓ Postpartum Support Guide
✓ Navigating The Postpartum Support International Website
✓ Preparing For The 4th Trimester
✓ Kathryn's Postpartum Story
Infant Care
✓ The Early Days of Infant Feeding
Frequently Asked Questions
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Outcomes That Change Everything
Your future self will thank you. These decisions shape your birth, your recovery, your entire first year—and, you know, the rest of your life. No pressure.
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No manual? No problem. Knowledge will be your superpower.
🧠 “Learning the science behind baby sleep helped me stop second-guessing everything and trust the process.” -
🙌 “I used to Google every little sleep problem—now I actually know what to do.” -
🔄 "Even when things don’t go as planned, I feel like I have a toolkit to handle it." -
🚆 "That express train analogy was spot-on - when those contractions started rolling in stronger and closer together, I knew exactly what was happening!" -
💡 "Understanding my baby’s cues and development has made parenting so much more fun!" -
👶 "Having a preterm baby was overwhelming, but this course helped me understand what to expect." -
💝 "Worth every penny. I actually feel prepared—not just for birth, but for what comes after." -
👶 "I thought we'd just learn about breathing techniques, but I learned how to be there 100% for my partner and our baby."
Life is Better with Knowledge and Understanding
Whether you're preparing for your first baby or just looking for a few more helpful tips, understanding key concepts can make all the difference.
From creating a birth plan to managing the mental load and exploring doula-recommended positions—our expert articles and free tools support you through pregnancy and beyond.