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Yoga for Labor and Delivery

In this 3 hour workshop, we will dive into the yogic philosophy of the mind-body-spirit connection as you prepare to be fully present for your labor and delivery experience.

You will leave with tools to practice with your partner daily as you continue to prepare for your big day! 
 
Prerequisite:  You must take the 1-day marathon, 2-evening marathon, or the 3- evening marathon prior to this class.

 

We will discuss and explore:

  • Different non-pharmacological pain relief techniques
  • Labor positions
  • Breathing techniques
  • Mantras and meditations
Recommended to bring:
  • Two pillows
  • Two blankets
  • Yoga mat (if you have one)
  • An open mind! 
We recommend this class be taken in your 2-3 trimester.

Summa is continuously reviewing our programs in conjunction with the CDC guidelines and recommendations to keep our community and patients safe and healthy.

With the community level as Moderate, participants are not mandated to wear a mask. 

Individuals who have pre-existing conditions like cardiovascular disease, diabetes, the elderly, pregnancy, and immunocompromised status, etc., and individuals who are unvaccinated or not up to date with vaccines places one at greater risk of acquiring/transmitting the disease. We recommend masking and social distancing with any event.  

Anyone with any of the following symptoms are not permitted to come:

  • Fever
  • Cough
  • Shortness of breath
  • Difficulty breathing
  • Chills
  • Headache
  • Sore throat
  • Loss of taste or smell

Fee: $25.00 per couple, only one name per couple needs to register. 

Cancellation Policy
All registrations are subject to the following policy:

Please notify us at least one business day prior to the course regarding schedule changes. A $10 processing fee will be incurred for cancellations made less than one business day prior to class and will be deducted from any refund amount due.

Failure to attend the class will forfeit the class fee.

To discuss schedule changes, call 800.23.Summa (800.237.8662) Monday through Friday, 8:30 am to 5 pm.

Please note: If the minimum class size requirement is not met, you may be contacted regarding a cancellation or to reschedule.

Date Location Instructor Open Slots  
04/11/2023
06:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Summa Health Corporate Office
1077 Gorge Blvd.
Akron, Ohio 44310
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Mary Ann Craig 1 Register
$25.00 per per couple
05/25/2023
06:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Summa Health Corporate Office
1077 Gorge Blvd.
Akron, Ohio 44310
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Mary Ann Craig 3 Register
$25.00 per per couple
06/22/2023
06:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Summa Health Corporate Office
1077 Gorge Blvd.
Akron, Ohio 44310
Show on Map
Mary Ann Craig 3 Register
$25.00 per per couple
Event Time  
04/11/2023
06:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Location:
Summa Health Corporate Office
1077 Gorge Blvd.
Akron, Ohio 44310
Show on Map
Instructor:
Mary Ann Craig
Open Slots: 1
Register
$25.00 per per couple
05/25/2023
06:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Location:
Summa Health Corporate Office
1077 Gorge Blvd.
Akron, Ohio 44310
Show on Map
Instructor:
Mary Ann Craig
Open Slots: 3
Register
$25.00 per per couple
06/22/2023
06:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Location:
Summa Health Corporate Office
1077 Gorge Blvd.
Akron, Ohio 44310
Show on Map
Instructor:
Mary Ann Craig
Open Slots: 3
Register
$25.00 per per couple
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