Nurtured Start Childbirth Series

A 6-week childbirth education course that prepares you for birth, postpartum, and feeding with confidence — not fear.

Who This Class Is For

This class is designed for first-time and repeat parents who want full, hands-on preparation for labor, birth, and the newborn phase — without pressure, judgment, or “one right way” to give birth.

Perfect for you if you want to:
Understand what’s happening in your body during labor
Learn real comfort measures + positioning for every stage
Include your partner as a true support person
Prepare for birth with or without medication
Learn postpartum recovery + newborn care (not just birth)
Leave class feeling calm, capable, and connected
What You’ll Learn (Week by Week)

Week 1: Understanding pregnancy: anatomy, hormones, and how your body works with you in pregnancy and birth

Week 2: Understanding the stages of labor. Breath, rhythm, and coping tools (with or without meds)

Week 3: Partner support + hands-on comfort measures

Week 4: The birth process, Decision-making, advocacy, and what to do when plans change.

Week 5: Immediate postpartum, early newborn care, and early feeding basics.

Week 6: Newborn care, well-being plan, Infant CPR, and car seat safety.

Includes: workbook, practice guides, & partner participation every week.

Support Person-Inclusive, Always

Your registration automatically includes one support person.
No extra partner fee.
No “you can come if there's space.”
You’re a team — we teach you as a team.

Beyond Birth: Postpartum + Feeding Are Included

Most childbirth classes end when the baby is born.
This one doesn’t.

We cover:
✔ Breastfeeding + pumping basics
✔ Infant CPR and car seat safety
✔ Postpartum recovery & mental health
✔ Sleep + soothing foundations
✔ What’s normal, what’s not, and when to call for help

This isn’t a “see you later!” class — it’s prep for the whole transition.

Class Format + Details

Length: 6 weekly sessions (2.5 hours each)
Location: Nest & Nurture Classroom — Norton Commons, Louisville KY
Class Size: Small group
Instructor: Amanda Wilkins, MSN, RN, IBCLC, LCCE
Investment: $395 per family
Includes: birthing parent + partner, workbook, Lamaze book