New beginnings: from birth to the first days
Comprehensive Preparation for Birth and Beyond
Our Birth & Newborn Essentials course at the Reykjavík Birth Center is designed to empower and prepare you for a confident, positive birthing experience and the early days with your newborn.
Led by highly experienced midwives and University of Iceland lecturers, this course combines proven methods like Birth without Fear, Spinning Babies, Hypnobirthing, and more. We have combined these proven and known methods into one class to prepare you in the best way possible for birth and parenting.
This course brings together a small group of expectant parents for three interactive sessions during pregnancy. This supportive group setting allows you to absorb and revisit key information, ask questions, and connect with others on the same journey.
What is included?
By joining, you’ll also have access to a closed group with extra resources, including packing checklists, healthy snack recipes, and guided relaxation videos.
Who should attend the class?
This course is open to all parents, whether it's your first child or you’re seeking a refresher. Join us to build confidence, gain practical tools, and enhance your positive outlook toward birth and your baby’s first days!
This course is open to all expecting parents - whether you are planning a birth at a hospital, birth center or at home.
Course details
Sessions: We will meet for three consecutive Wednesdays at 17:00-19:00.
Class Size: Limited to 8 couples
Price: ISK 39,900
Most unions offer refunds and we can also offer a payment plan.
Location: Spacious room at the Reykjavík Birth Center with ample room for comfort and movement.
Sign up now and prepare for an empowering, confident transition into parenthood!
In this course, you will learn about:
Birth Preparation: Practical tools to manage labor, understand the birth process, and handle contractions. Learn effective coping strategies, and get hands-on practice with relaxation techniques, massage, positioning, and more.
Support for Partners: Guidance on the role of your support person and activities to help you work together, making them a vital part of your birth experience.
Early Newborn Care: Essential information on caring for your newborn in the first days—feeding, sleep, bonding, and understanding your baby's needs from day one.
Breastfeeding Preparation: Evidence-based insights into breastfeeding, covering techniques, building confidence, and establishing a positive feeding experience.
This class is a comprehensive preparation course for expecting parents with information about the birth and early parenting. This is the only class you need!