The Psalm 23 Method

What is included?

Be prepared for a fun evening of delicious food, labor preparation, physiology, encouragement, and equipping. My goal is for you to have a faith-empowered, confident, natural, gentle childbirth.

During class you'll have opportunity to ask questions, meet other expectant couples who love the Lord and learn about the most recent research and proven comfort techniques. Topics covered include:

• Breathing and relaxation

• Pelvic floor preparation

• Mental and emotional preparation

• Exercises and stretches to prepare your body for labor

• Comfort measures and pain management

• The husband's role and how to be a confident, vital part of the birth of his baby

• How your faith impacts your labor biologically

• Advocacy

• Breastfeeding

  …and so much more!...and all in the context of faith in Jesus Christ and based on the most up-to-date science.

How graphic is the content?

Not graphic at all! The content is complete and deeply researched, but completely without nudity or any graphic content. Modesty is preserved, and no one will feel embarrassed by either the discussion or any demonstrations or props. You could easily go home and share what you learn with your children.

Does faith really make a difference in labor?

Yes! This is backed by research. Learn how your faith impacts your biology, your emotional state, and the atmosphere.

What will I take home?

• Complete labor prep training

• The Psalm 23 Method training notebook

• Resource handouts on the topics of your choice (nausea, GBS Screening, Vitamin K, anemia, induction, and much more)

• A deck of scripture birth affirmations

• Access to a birth plan generator and a “Gentle Cesarean” plan generator

• Advocacy documents to help you navigate the healthcare system

• Handouts on Miles Circuit, pelvic floor exercises, and more

• Lists on how to recognize when you’re in labor and essential comfort items to have on hand when you go into labor

• Access to some of the best pregnancy/health related books at wholesale prices

• Prizes

Any special guests?

Rebecca Zloty of Golden Milk Lactation will be here to answer all your questions about breastfeeding. A currently-breastfeeding mom herself, Rebecca will equip and encourage you in your breastfeeding journey from a foundation of faith.

What about dinner?

Dinner Menu: salad, homemade bread, chicken alfredo, teriyaki pork tenderloin, roasted potatoes, and sorbet.

Who is invited?

Expectant couples. It doesn’t matter if you are expecting your first or your tenth, if you are planning to experience birth differently than you have in the past or you are experiencing birth for the first time, then this is for you. Since it’s always fun to do it with a friend, invite another expectant couple to join as well. Space is limited to 6 couples.

Where does the class take place?

The class takes place at the home of Susie the doula, located in Harleysville, PA.

How much does it cost?

The cost is $75 per couple. (If you have contracted for a full doula package with Susie, this course is included.)

Who is Susie?

Mother of 9, grandmother of 30, student midwife assistant, certified doula and certified childbirth educator, it is my passion to prepare and equip you to have a gentle, confident, faith-informed, natural childbirth experience.