With Burr Ridge Birth Center

Comfort & Coping

Wednesdays each month, 6pm, open to all

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What to Expect

Birth 101, quick and fun
Techniques for each phase of labor
Create an environment that supports hormones
Build your labor toolkit: positions, massage, acupressure, aromatherapy, mantras, and more!
Prepare to labor at home
Practice time in a birth suite (if available)

Queer doula Melissa Haley of Chicago clients at comfort measures class at Burr Ridge Birth Center

Mel is incredibly knowledgeable about various pain management approaches. They formatted the class in stations where the birthing person and partner could practice together a combination of techniques. This helped us figure out which variations we preferred and we even left feeling more connected as a couple going into this birth experience.

Laura B., September 2024

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Gerardo, June 2025

Mel was great. Very informational, warm and funny. They went over different comfort positions, different tools used for gate theory and different mantras/phrases for affirmation. They also leave their contact info if you have any additional questions or to keep in touch. As a husband I feel that I am better equipped to support my wife and I have Mel to thank for that. I definitely recommend for new parents to go to their class. Thank you Mel!