What is the Bradley Method®?
The Bradley® Method teaches natural childbirth and views birth as a natural, normal
process. It is founded on the principle that, with proper education and training, expectant
couples can work together as a team using simple relaxation techniques and abdominal
breathing to achieve a natural birth. Mothers are taught to "tune in" to their bodies, with
the aid of their coach, so that they may cooperate with their body during the process of
labor. Well trained coaches are better able to help facilitate the labor process by meeting
the laboring woman's needs. The Bradley Method® is unique. Our classes stress the
importance of Healthy Baby, Healthy Mother and Healthy Families.
The Bradley Method® endorses and teaches the following ideals in class:
What is the difference between the Bradley Method® and other methods?
As Bradley® instructors, we help couples find what is most comfortable for them in labor.
Simply put, other methods seek to distract mom from the "sensations" (pain) of labor by
using various techniques. In early labor these techniques can distract mom from the
pain. When mom begins to experience the height of labor discomfort, distractions from
the pain are no longer effective - that is, at some point the pain will demand mom's full
attention.
Bradley® emphasizes tuning-in to your labor, remaining calm, relaxed and in control, and
using regular, deep abdominal breathing throughout labor. By tuning-in to your body, a
woman is in a better position to understand what is happening at each point of the
process, remain in control, not become overwhelmed, and decrease her pain during
labor. These techniques typically lead to faster and easier births.
Why should I have Natural Childbirth?
Natural childbirth is inherently safer for both mom and baby and has a more positive
effect on family bonding. Natural childbirth is also, in most cases, easier and shorter than
medicated births. Natural childbirth mothers recover from birth faster than medicated
mothers, have (in most cases) an easier time of breastfeeding and experience
postpartum depression less often.
The Bradley® Method teaches natural childbirth and views birth as a natural, normal
process. It is founded on the principle that, with proper education and training, expectant
couples can work together as a team using simple relaxation techniques and abdominal
breathing to achieve a natural birth. Mothers are taught to "tune in" to their bodies, with
the aid of their coach, so that they may cooperate with their body during the process of
labor. Well trained coaches are better able to help facilitate the labor process by meeting
the laboring woman's needs. The Bradley Method® is unique. Our classes stress the
importance of Healthy Baby, Healthy Mother and Healthy Families.
The Bradley Method® endorses and teaches the following ideals in class:
- Natural Childbirth
- Active participation of a loving supportive and dedicated coach
- Excellent nutrition, the foundation of a healthy pregnancy
- Avoidance of drugs during pregnancy, birth and breastfeeding
- Relaxation and natural breathing
- Understanding and working with your body
- Immediate and continuous contact with your newborn
- Breastfeeding
- Consumerism and positive communication
- Taking responsibility for the safety of your birth
- Preparing for unexpected situations (such as emergency
What is the difference between the Bradley Method® and other methods?
As Bradley® instructors, we help couples find what is most comfortable for them in labor.
Simply put, other methods seek to distract mom from the "sensations" (pain) of labor by
using various techniques. In early labor these techniques can distract mom from the
pain. When mom begins to experience the height of labor discomfort, distractions from
the pain are no longer effective - that is, at some point the pain will demand mom's full
attention.
Bradley® emphasizes tuning-in to your labor, remaining calm, relaxed and in control, and
using regular, deep abdominal breathing throughout labor. By tuning-in to your body, a
woman is in a better position to understand what is happening at each point of the
process, remain in control, not become overwhelmed, and decrease her pain during
labor. These techniques typically lead to faster and easier births.
Why should I have Natural Childbirth?
Natural childbirth is inherently safer for both mom and baby and has a more positive
effect on family bonding. Natural childbirth is also, in most cases, easier and shorter than
medicated births. Natural childbirth mothers recover from birth faster than medicated
mothers, have (in most cases) an easier time of breastfeeding and experience
postpartum depression less often.
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| For a complete List of Bradley® Instructors or teacher training information contact: The Bradley Method® National Headquarters Box 5224 Sherman Oaks, CA 91413-5224 (800) 4-A BIRTH (818) 788-6662 www.bradleybirth.com |
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About the Bradley Method®
Disclaimer: This website contains information about Bradley Method® classes available in Ashburn, VA and is not the official website of The Bradley Method®.
The views contained on this website do not necessarily reflect those of The Bradley Method® or the American Academy of Husband-Coached Childbirth® . For
more information on The Bradley Method®, for an international listing of instructors, or to contact the American Academy of Husband-Coached Childbirth®
directly, please contact: The Bradley Method® Website or call 1-800-4-A-BIRTH or write American Academy of Husband-Coached Childbirth® Box 5224
Sherman Oaks, CA 91413-5224
The views contained on this website do not necessarily reflect those of The Bradley Method® or the American Academy of Husband-Coached Childbirth® . For
more information on The Bradley Method®, for an international listing of instructors, or to contact the American Academy of Husband-Coached Childbirth®
directly, please contact: The Bradley Method® Website or call 1-800-4-A-BIRTH or write American Academy of Husband-Coached Childbirth® Box 5224
Sherman Oaks, CA 91413-5224
