Welcome to the personal web site of
LAURA & LONNY GROUT AAHCC

(photo above: Me, Laura, 35 weeks pregnant, June 2009)

"Empowering childbearing families with tools to minimize interventions in birth." 

Welcome and congratulations on your pregnancy!

Information on classes and services:

**FREE** Healthy Pregnancy Classes:

(no pre-registration required, come at any time before or during pregnancy)

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Wednesday, June 23, 2010 @ 7:00 PM at One Life Chiropractic 317 Happy Day Blvd #170 Caldwell.

Wednesday, July 28, 2010 @ 7:00 PM at One Life Chiropractic 317 Happy Day Blvd #170 Caldwell.

Wednesday, August 25, 2010 @ 7:00 PM at One Life Chiropractic 317 Happy Day Blvd #170 Caldwell.

These classes are a great opportunity for you to meet me (Laura) and other local Bradley Method® instructors.  There will be free giveaways, valuable coupons, important information, and a door prize.  There will be healthy refreshments and visiting time, too!  You don't want to miss this class.

Class topics include:

Normal pregnancy changes

How to stay healthy and low-risk during pregnancy

How to be more comfortable in pregnancy

What to look for in a childbirth class

*Healthy Pregnancy Class Attendance Discount - If you attend an HPC class, you will receive a coupon for $10 off the cost of my regular class series.  (This discount can be combined with other discounts.)

Upcoming Events:

19 June 2010 - 1st Annual Treasure Valley Friends of the Bradley Method(r) Party/Reunion Potluck.  All former, current, and future Bradley students; and natural birth fans are invited.  Settler's Park in Meridian, Idaho at 11 AM, shelter #3. 

Bradley Method® Childbirth Classes:

The most comprehensive labor and birth education available!

(registration required, sign up before your 28^th week of pregnancy, if possible)

Thursday, June 10, 2010 @ 7 PM at One Life Chiropractic 317 Happy Day Blvd. Caldwell.  (for due dates on or after 9/2/2010)

Thursday, January 27, 2011 @ 7 PM at One Life Chiropractic 317 Happy Day Blvd. Caldwell.  (for due dates on or after 4/21/2011)

*Class schedules are somewhat flexible; adjustments are made for holidays.  Classes fill up quickly, so sign up early!

Our Bradley Method® Childbirth Classes cover:

·         Learning prenatal exercises that help prepare your body for labor and birth.

·         Nutrition information to benefit you during pregnancy and beyond

·         Assistance in writing birth plans so your birth team will know your wishes during labor and how you want your baby cared for..

·         Showing the husband/partner how to be an effective labor coach.

·         Trusting your body and the natural process of labor.

·         Learning effective positions in which to labor.

·         Learning effective positions for 2^nd stage (pushing stage) labor.

·         How to avoid unnecessary pain during labor.

·         Relaxation and massage techniques.

·         Discussion of your choices of where to give birth (hospital, birth center,  home)

·         Discussion of your choices of supportive birth attendants (obstetrician, midwife, doula)

·         Helping you find the right birth place and birth attendants for you!

·         Discussion of necessary and elective medical interventions.

·         How and why some complications arise and how you can deal with them.

·         How to avoid unnecessary episiotomies and cesarean sections.

·         Providing researched evidence to support all teachings.

·         Breastfeeding benefits, information, and support throughout your nursing relationship.

·         Basic newborn care and postpartum information.

·         Access to our lending library of childbirth books, CDs and DVDs.

·         Occasional expert guest speakers and graduate Bradley® couples share their expertise and experiences.

MORE ABOUT OUR BRADLEY® CLASSES: 

v  Classes are 12 weeks in length and follow the official Bradley Method® outlines.

v  Classes are small so that all questions can be answered and adequate individual attention given.

v  Classes fill up quickly, so sign up early (before the 28^th week of your pregnancy, if possible) to assure your spot in the class. 

v  You must reserve your spot with a down payment of $30, which will be applied towards your tuition.

v  Cost is $200 (payment plan, sliding scale, bartering, and credit cards are acceptable forms of payment).  We want you to be able to take this class if you want it, so please do not allow money to stand in the way. 

v  Private classes available upon request.

v  Student Workbook is included.

v  Singles and teens are welcome.

v  You are strongly encouraged to purchase and read Husband-Coached Childbirth by Robert Bradley, MD., and Natural Childbirth the Bradley Way by Susan McCutcheon before the class series begins, if possible.  These are required reading for the course.

v  After completing your class series, you may continue with my next series, at no charge, until the birth of your baby.

v  There is homework assigned and it is our sincere hope that you will come to class ready and willing to learn.  You will get out of this class what you put into it.

v  As a couple, you will become closer to each other as you follow the homework suggestions.  In this class you will be invited to discuss many important things with your spouse, and doing so will only be beneficial to you as a couple, and will help you through your birth.  You will be taught to work as a team.

v  My husband (Lonny) teaches class #4 and #11 to give the husband/coach’s perspective.

v  I (Laura) am nearly always available via phone and email before, during, and after the birth of your baby.

*Refer-a-Friend Discount - You'll both get $20 off your class series.  Former (non-returning) students will receive a $20 gift certificate to the store or restaurant of their choice when they refer-a-friend.  (This discount can be combined with other discounts.) 

*Returning Student Discount - If you are a former Bradley® student and would like to retake the class as a refresher with your next pregnancy, you will get a 50% discount on the current price of the class.  (This discount can be combined with other discounts.)

Certified Bradley® Doula Services:

Doula services are available for families who desire more one-on-one support during labor, birth and postpartum. Doula services are available to students and non-students alike.  Cost is $350 (payment plan, sliding scale, bartering, and credit cards are acceptable forms of payment.  I want you to be able to have this service if you want it, so please do not allow money to stand in the way).  My services include:

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  At least two prenatal visits to ascertain needs and desires for the birth and to help form a birth plan.
  
  
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  Continuous presence and assistance during labor and birth (except I might need to use the bathroom or eat occasionally).
  
  
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  I prefer to meet the laboring woman before she has gone to the birth place. This gives the couple the benefit of knowing whether it is too soon to go to the birth place.
  
  
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  During labor, I give informational, physical, verbal, and emotional support... e.g., interpretation in layman's terms of procedures the medical team needs or wants to perform (as needed), massage, cool or warm compresses, encouraging words, praise, reassurance, and suggestions.
  
  
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  After the birth, I usually stay for an additional 2-3 hrs to help the new family settle in and establish breastfeeding (I am a retired La Leche League Leader and an enthusiastic supporter of breastfeeding).
  
  
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  A postpartum visit within 48 hrs after the birth.
  
  
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  One postpartum nutritious meal (usually dinner) brought to your home within 7 days of the birth.
  
  
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  Another postpartum visit about two to three weeks after the birth.
  
  
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  My written account of your birth.
  
  
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  Amateur photography, if desired.
  
  
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  Continuing support with breastfeeding as needed throughout your breastfeeding relationship (I am nearly always available via phone or email, and can do personal consultations to help with breastfeeding).

Current and Former Student Discount – If you are one of my current or former Bradley® students, doula services are given at a 20% discount. 

Regular class series starting dates are listed below.  These dates are somewhat flexible.  The class series fee is $200, with $30 of that amount as a deposit to hold your spot in the class.

For more information, contact Laura via phone (208) 794-5016 (cell) or email: