Prepare to Push: A Birth Preparation Class

Join us for Prepare to Push, a free educational class designed to help expectant mothers prepare their bodies for labor and delivery. This class focuses on understanding how your pelvic floor, core muscles, and breathing work together during labor and birth.

Participants will learn practical techniques and exercises to help support a more efficient pushing phase, reduce tension in the pelvic floor, and promote a smoother delivery experience. The class combines education with gentle movement so you can feel more confident and prepared as your due date approaches.

During this class, expectant moms will learn:

• How to coordinate proper breathing with the pelvic floor and core muscles
• Exercises to relax and stretch the pelvic floor in preparation for delivery
• Effective breathing strategies to use during labor and pushing
• Techniques that may help reduce the risk of perineal tearing during delivery
• Ways to support optimal positioning and muscle coordination for birth

This class is hosted by Alba Birth Center and taught by licensed physical therapists from Orthopedic & Spine Therapy Physical Therapy (OSTPT) who specialize in pelvic health and functional movement.

Instructor:
Kimberley Kessenich, PT, DPT
Orthopedic & Spine Therapy Physical Therapy