American Academy of Husband Coached Childbirth (AAHCC) - Bradley Method

"The Bradley Method® teaches natural childbirth and views birth as a natural process. It is our belief that most women with proper education, preparation, and the help of a loving and supportive coach can be taught to give birth naturally. The Bradley Method® is a system of natural labor techniques in which a woman and her coach play an active part. It is a simple method of increasing self-awareness, teaching a woman how to deal with the stress of labor by tuning in to her own body."

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Bradley Method Childbirth classes are supposed to be 12 weeks in length. The focus is one natural childbirth and advocating for yourself. There is a bit about complicated births including cesareans and medications. The emphasis is on relaxation.

Find a Bradley Childbirth Class

• Pregnancy Diet
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There is a four day training held multiple times throughout the year. After the training you will teach a class series and be evaluated followed by an at home test. It takes about nine months to finish the certification process.

Become a Bradley Certified Childbirth Educator

• Husband Coached Childbirth by Dr. Robert Bradley, Marjie and Jay Hathaway
• Natural Childbirth the Bradley Way by Susan McCutcheon