San Antonio Birth Doulas

Please arrive to class on time, attendees will not be admitted 15 minutes after start time.

This informative and supportive course is designed specifically for expecting parents to understand the risks, signs, and management of hypertensive disorders during pregnancy, including gestational hypertension and preeclampsia. With rising rates of these conditions, early awareness and education are key to promoting maternal and fetal health.

Participants will learn:

• The different types of hypertension in pregnancy and how they affect both parent and baby.
• How to recognize early warning signs and symptoms of preeclampsia.
• Risk factors and lifestyle considerations that may contribute to hypertensive disorders.
• Monitoring strategies used during prenatal care, including blood pressure checks and lab tests.
• Treatment options and when to seek medical attention.
• Long-term health implications for both the birthing parent and child.
• How to advocate for yourself during prenatal visits and labor.

This course combines expert-led instruction with practical tools and resources to empower families with knowledge and confidence. Whether you're a first-time parent or adding to your family, this class will help you navigate pregnancy with greater peace of mind.

We’re excited to offer virtual options for many of our classes and look forward to having you join us online!

To help ensure a smooth and engaging experience, please take a moment to review the following guidelines for attending virtual classes:

New to virtual classes? If you haven’t attended a virtual class with us before, please call our office ahead of time so we can set you up for remote services.

Camera requirement: All participants are required to keep their cameras on during class as part of our program standards.

Screen name: Please make sure your screen name matches the name you registered with.

Remote signature: Don’t forget to use the link provided to sign your remote signature before the end of class.

Following these steps helps us maintain a supportive and interactive learning environment. Please note that not meeting these requirements may result in removal from the class.

Thank you for your cooperation, and we look forward to seeing you in an upcoming session!