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Childbirth Preparation Classes...Why Choose MACFE?
  
 

The Manitoba Association for Childbirth and Family Education is a consumer based organization which has been providing education and support to families since 1982. It was founded by a group of concerned parents in the early 1980's. These parents, seeking prenatal classes that varied from the medical model, were frustrated by the lack of non-hospital based programs offered in Winnipeg. We are dedicated to supporting families before, during and after the birth of a child.

MACFE stresses options in childbirth, evidence-based care, informed choice and supports a woman's right to choose her caregiver and place of birth. We acknowledge and accept that the feelings, beliefs, and rituals surrounding the birth process differ from one culture to another and from one woman to another.

  
 
MACFE Prenatal Classes Offer
  
 

  • Instructors who work independently or in teams under the basic tenets and philosophy of MACFE.
  • Classes that suit a variety of different schedules and circumstances.
  • A full series Childbirth Preparation class that consists of six prenatal class evenings and one postnatal class, or a weekend class of either two Saturday daytime classes, or a Saturday/Sunday combination.
  • Private, full series classes for those that wish to be taught in the convenience of their own homes.
  • Refresher courses for those clients that have previously taken childbirth preparation classes are also available.
  
 
Why Take MACFE Classes?
  
 

  • We believe that pregnancy and birth are not just physiological events, but physically normal and healthy states of most women's lives, with important emotional and psychological aspects.
  • All classes are offered in small group settings. (Max. 10 expectant women & their support person(s) for Inspired Birthing classes, 6 for Birthing From WithinŽ Classes).
  • Small class size ensures plenty of time for personalized teaching, time to get to know the other participants and time to address individual questions and concerns.
  • Because classes are not based out of a specific hospital, discussion will incorporate all of Winnipeg's place-of-birth options.
  • MACFE follows the ICEA (International Childbirth Education Association) philosophy of "Freedom of Choice through Knowledge of Alternatives".
  
     
 

All class participants are invited to use our lending library. We can also provide a reading list of books that are available at city libraries and local book stores.

All of our Inspired classes are located at Mediation Services, 1200 Portage Ave, Located between Erin and Wall in Winnipeg. All other classes are located at 589 St.Annes Rd in Winnipeg.

Thank you for taking the time to learn about our unique classes. For more information email us at macfe@mts.net or call
Abbey at 255-1456.
  
     
     


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