Episode 55: Evidence Based Birth Childbirth Preparation Class: Interview with Cat LaPlante

In today’s episode, I am focusing on a newer childbirth preparation program from  Evidence Based Birth. I had a chance to sit down with Cat LaPlante, who is the Director of the Instructor Program at Evidence Based Birth®. She is a certified childbirth educator, certified doula, and an Evidence Based Birth Instructor.  Cat's passion is empowering birthing people and their partners through evidence based education and supporting their informed choices.    In this episode we discuss: The history of Evidence Based BirthHow Cat got involved with EBB and became the Director of the Evidence Based Birth® Instructor ProgramWhat the EBB Childbirth Education Class is like:Three pillars are: comfort, evidence and advocacyStarts with an online orientation, there are two models now depending on where you are: in person and onlineTeach about birth statistics and how to look them up for their care providerOnline class is comprised of videos for parents to watch and then are followed with online calls with instructorsThe class goes over: comfort measures, interventions and the evidence on both and how to advocate for yourself or your parternThere is also a postpartum section that goes over: delayed cord clamping, skin to skin, circumcision, diaper and washing baby and postpartum care planWho would be a good fit for EBB Childbirth Class:For the parent who wants to know it allThose who want to know the evidence and practice comfort and relaxation techniquesDon't forget to see the special cohorts and other classes being offered by EBB Instructors both virtually and in person in your area at www.evidencebasedbirth.com/parentclasses/ How to get in touch with Cat:WebsiteFollow her on InstagramHow to get in touch with me: Follow me on InstagramFind other episodes at: www.findingyourvillagepod.comEmail me at amanda@findingyourvillagepod.com Monthly Newsletter Visit www.keepsakecastle.com today!Support the show