In this course, you’ll not only learn what to expect during pregnancy, labor, and birth—you’ll also hear our personal birth stories, each one unique and real. We share experiences from hospital births with and without epidurals, a birth at a freestanding birth center, and even home births, so you can see how birth can unfold in many different ways. Through our stories and the lessons woven into them, you’ll gain practical insight and feel more prepared for whatever path your own birth might take.

In this section, we’ll dive into the incredible anatomy of pregnancy and birth so you can truly understand what’s happening inside your body. You’ll learn how your uterus works and what a contraction actually is—beyond just the tight squeeze you feel. We’ll explore the pelvis and how you can prepare it throughout pregnancy to help make more space for your baby. You’ll also discover how your pelvic floor supports your body and how to get it ready for birth. And we’ll talk all about your baby—what positions they might settle into and how they skillfully navigate through your pelvis on their way to you. By the end, you’ll see pregnancy and birth through a whole new, empowered lens.

In this section, you’ll uncover what’s really happening in your body during labor—so it feels less mysterious and more empowering. We’ll break down the key hormones that drive labor and show you simple ways to boost their natural flow to help labor progress smoothly. You’ll also learn when it’s the right time to head to your birth location and what steps to take if your labor slows down. By understanding the physiology of labor, you’ll feel prepared to work with your body, not fear it.

In this section, you’ll explore the many ways birth can unfold so you can make choices that feel best for you. We don’t promote any one way to give birth—our goal is to give you clear, unbiased information so you can discover what your preferences truly are. While we can’t cover every single intervention, we’ll teach you how to ask the right questions and gather the details you need to make decisions with confidence. You’ll also learn about labor inductions and c-section births, so you’re prepared no matter how your journey progresses. By the end, you’ll know how to create a birth plan that’s informed, flexible, and fully yours.

In this section, we’ll show you exactly what to do during labor so you don’t feel lost in the moment. You’ll learn practical ways to ease the intensity of contractions, how to use different positions to create more space in your pelvis (and when each one is most helpful), and how your partner can truly support you—whether that’s with hands-on comfort or just knowing what words to say. We cover tools for both unmedicated and epidural births, so you’ll feel prepared no matter how your labor unfolds. By the end, you and your partner will feel like a team, ready to navigate birth together with confidence.

In this section, we dive into our favorite strategies for pushing, so you can feel confident and in control when it’s time to bring your baby into your arms. You’ll learn a variety of pushing positions and how to figure out which ones feel best for you in the moment. There’s no single “right” way to push, so we focus on giving you all the options—helping you understand how to work with your body and pick the approach that’s right for you. (Notice a theme? It’s all about finding what feels best for you.)

And to finish our course, we’ll guide you through what to expect right after birth—those first precious moments with your baby—and the choices you have for their immediate care. You’ll also get access to our free early postpartum recovery course, so you can start your healing journey with confidence and support from day one.