You want to feel ready—for birth, for postpartum, for everything in between?
This one-day course gives you the knowledge, support, and tools you need to navigate birth confidently in Jerusalem.
It offers hands-on tools, Hypnobirthing techniques, and meaningful emotional preparation, plus guidance for navigating the Jerusalem maternity system with confidence and calm.
What You Will Learn
So, What is Birth?
- Basics of birth: stages, phases, and individuality of each birth.
- Breathing, relaxation, positions, and movement techniques for each stage of labor.
- Natural pain relief methods.
- Tools for birth with an epidural.
- “Due date”, “guess date”, “due month”?
- Identify what you need to feel safe and supported during birth.
- Learn how partners can offer meaningful support during birth.
Navigating the Israeli Maternity Care System
- Overview of the Israeli medical system.
- Get to know the different birthplaces in Jerusalem with guidance from a doula familiar with each one.
- Learn what to expect when arriving in the hospital.
- Understand common medical pain relief and interventions.
- Tips for informed decision-making aligned with your personal values.
- Tools for effective communication
Hypnobirthing: Understanding Your Mind and Its Influence on Birth
- Physiological principles behind hypnobirthing.
- Learn about orientation, the traffic light system, and the “lemon effect.”
- Guided relaxations to connect with your baby and body for a more comfortable birth.
- Explore vocalization techniques—why calm births don’t have to be quiet!
- Create personalized anchors for labor and birth.
Postpartum Recovery: Planning for the Fourth Trimester
- What to expect physically and emotionally after birth.
- Plan for postpartum recovery for yourself and your family.
- Baby care basics, bonding, and what really matters.
- Prepare for breastfeeding and bottle feeding (formula or pumped milk) options and how to support your choices.
Mom Circle & Birth Processing
There are birth processing and mom circle classes if you’d like to continue meetings after birth (babies welcome).
Understand & Support Your Body
Learn how to support your body through pregnancy, labor, and postpartum, so you feel confident and empowered in any situation.
Practical Skills for Birth & Beyond
Gain actionable tools to navigate every stage of your journey, including informed decision-making and self-care strategies.
Build Resilience & Connect
Strengthen your emotional resilience and create lasting connections with your baby and a supportive community.
Register now and give yourself the preparation you deserve.
This course is for expectant parents preparing for birth in Israel—whether in a hospital, or at home—who want deep, meaningful preparation in a single day. It’s designed for those seeking both practical tools and emotional grounding, in a safe space.
🌿 Next Course Dates
June 5 | September 18
📍 Adam Street, Jerusalem
🕘 08:30–17:00
🥗 Light refreshments provided
🚗 Parking available
💰 Pricing
🎟 Full Day Course: 850 NIS per couple – includes printed booklet + materials
✨ 1,250 NIS per couple – includes the full-day course plus:
– 9 Months Access to the online birth prep course
– Birth ball
– Affirmation cards set
✨10% discount on other services such as B.O.T. meetings, prenatal bodywork & massage sessions, and closing of the body treatments.
SMALL GROUP – up to 6 women/couples only! Workshop runs with a minimum of four women
💸 Partial Reimbursement Available
🏥 Hadassah Ein Kerem / Har Hatzofim / Shaarei Zedek: 450 NIS
🏥 Kupot Cholim: Up to 75%. More information here.
Who is the Birth Educator?
Lea Reichel, MA, certified doula, birth educator, B.O.T. facilitator
Lea’s mission is to empower parents for birth in Israel. She provides evidence-based information while also offering compassionate and comprehensive guidance. Certified in trauma-informed care, she nurtures a non-judgmental space for parents to grow, focusing on enabling the best possible start into parenthood.