This is what other parents have to say about taking Birth Bliss Childbirth Classes:

"Really candid- I appreciate that. Also, thanks for covering the emotional aspects of birth." August 2011

"This class was perfect! Not overwhelming or scary; just honest, sensible and approachable." August 2011

"The first class that went through the stages was SO helpful." August 2011

"You learn more with every class." August 2011

"Jean gave a very helpful & balanced overview of different possibilities (re:medical interventions). Knowing our options presented in an unbiased and objective way will definitely help us make decisions when the time comes." August 2011

"We appreciated that there was so much focus on the dad's role- helping us both to be more confident & prepared." June 2011

"It was such a great class that we wished it had gone on longer!"June 2011

"Realistic, informative & down to earth approach was much appreciated." June 2011

"Everything was really great, we both felt really comfortable during class and feel alot more prepared for birth and postpartum care." June 2011

"Fascinating to hear about the stages of labor-I'm actually excited to go through them!" May 2011

"Many handouts to take home were helpful." May 2011

"I appreciated your approach to interventions and thought you were informative, but without heavy bias/agenda about them. You let the facts speak for themselves." May 2011

" I really liked the use of birth balls and being shown positions." March 2011

...comfort measures " Very good idea to have people actually do the positions & comfort measures. You get a good sense of what you like." March 2011

"I felt you were approachable and open with any questions." March 2011

"Learned alot of great information!!" March 2011

"I feel so much more confident after taking this class- knowing what will be happening during labor as well as how to manage it is so helpful." February 2011

...comfort measures "this was the most helpful aspect of class for me!" February 2011

"After our class I feel so confident in myself." February 2011

"Great Q & A time." January 2011

"Good exploration of options to choose & not just go with standard procedures." January 2011

"Very informative class." January 2011

"A very useful overview. We feel much more prepared now & know what to expect." Jessica, November 2010

"Enjoyed the small, intimate class size that allowed ample room for questions." Molly, November 2010

"From start to finish, everything was new and helpful to us. We are so glad we decided to take this class." Caren, October 2010

"Loved the labor ladies for visuals!" April, October 2010

(with regard to postpartum issues)"Liked that Jean presented both male & female symptoms ("baby blues") and how it impacts differently." Jess, July 2010

"You provided us with great info which will help us feel more comfortable if our birth does not go as we planned." Bridget, July 2010

"...your obvious passion and love of teaching this class!" Tim, July 2010

"Excellent class, thoroughly enjoyed it. Learned alot more than I would have expected." Rachel, May 2010

"Overall, the amount of information & the way it was presented took alot of the anxiety about the whole process away. Thank you." Dana, May 2010

" Good balance between what's realistic and what is ideal. Gave me alot of confidence." Carla, May 2010

"Jean's teaching style made us feel very comfortable to ask questions. She also explained everything very clearly in her lectures." April 2010

"Thank you!!" April 2010

"We think this class was excellent and did an excellent job covering all the topics." April 2010

"...the process and progression of the class was amazing!" April 2010

"I have to let you know again how much we LOVED the class! Both Jay and I got so much from it ..... you are a really great instructor." Cheryl

"Dad says it was eye opening!" Jen

"Really helpful for understanding all the implications of various interventions." Nicole

"Wonderful support to be a strong, informed & independent decision -maker. Thank you!" Ben

"We learned about things we never would have known if we hadn't taken the class & just trusted "normal" hospital birth procedures." Jason

" This class went into a great deal of depth about labor, I found it extremely helpful." Nicole

"Your energy & enthusiasm & positive spirit fit well with our plan for a natural birth." Patrick

"We're much better prepared now!" Jan. '10 class

"(breastfeeding).....lot's of good CURRENT info on feeding was very helpful." Jan. '10 class

"You were knowledgeable, funny, and very open & approachable. Of particular value was your knowledge of recent developments & information." Jan. '10 class

"Jean was very personable, friendly and spoke from experience." Jaqui

"What I liked best about our educator was her energy level, enthusiasm in a nurturing manner. She was very well organized. Was much better then another childbirth class we attended." Suzanne

"Wonderful class. I learned alot and this is my 4th baby." Louisa

"She was very thorough and pleasant." DeAnn

"I found having a small class very helpful because we were able to spend as much time as we needed on each subject." Eric

"Wow, so well explained. We feel very prepared!" Chris

"You are a wonderful teacher and we both loved your class---I'm so happy we took this class." Rachel

"Good Prep for Dads as well!" Scott

"(breastfeeding)...  very clear and practical info that made sense." Gala

"We feel more empowered and like we can be more in control of our baby's birth." Kim

"Thank you, I couldn't have wished for a better class & I feel really calm, but excited for birth and even the weary weeks afterwards!" Melanie

"This class was wonderful- I feel much more comfortable and excited about becoming a Mom."  Vicki

"Thank you for running this class, we are so fortunate, you are so well suited." Beth

"I really thought the class was great!" Mike