"I know you're thinking what we thought: 7 weeks, 2+ hours per class, too much of a commitment! We almost had to drag our husbands to class. But after 15 minutes in Jana's presence, you'll quickly realize how wrong you were and how glad you are that you signed up. Both husbands came out of the first class with eyes wide open and in awe of how much they had already learned and how excited they were to continue on. Jana shares an incredible wealth of information in an objective, fact-based way, never judging how you feel or what you want to do with your birth. It turns out, there really IS a lot to learn and process about this huge, life-changing event; and the class isn't just about coping with labor- it's about absorbing a new way of thinking, a skill absolutely needed upon becoming a parent!"

"Jana's class was a complete game changer. After the first class alone, it was like a weight was lifted off my shoulders and I was able to be more excited about the birth experience and less terrified.   Not only did Jana teach about the birth process but she dedicates important time to topics I didn't even realize are tantamount to understanding the transition to becoming parents- such as the changes in a couple's relationship after becoming parents. Her sessions helped my husband and I have deeper conversations about our expectations and what we want- out of birth and parenthood. Jana is warm and inviting and takes a genuine interest in every couple she teaches. I absolutely recommend Jana's course to every first time parent."

"This is the best birth class you can find. I learned so much more than I expected -knowledge of what is happening to my body & my baby, with PERFECT insights, skills & tips for labor. I was happy to find that there was as much emotional & mental preparation for labor & parenthood as much as facts about labor & birth. My husband and I would have wonderful discussions after every class and it brought us so much closer. I so appreciated all Jana's knowledge and experience, how she carefully & strategically planned out the course, and how she connected with us personally as well as connecting us to other labor support resources. I LOVED the course & feel so much more confident and prepared."

"By far the best action I took preparing for my birth was attending Jana's Supported Birth class. Jana's class prepared me for birth in an informative, holistic, and non-judgmental atmosphere. She is so well informed on all birth options and gives women the tools they need to create the birth experience that works for them. I also really appreciate how Jana involves the fathers/birth partners in the process. My husband was fully present and really understood what was happening during the delivery. He also really liked going to the classes because they are so rich in material. Supported Birth is a MUST if you live in the LA area. I cannot recommend it highly enough."

"We can't imagine a better teacher than Jana. Her class was invaluable and gave us the power to make informed choices and have a beautiful, positive birth experience. We learned that there is no such thing as a "one size fits all" birth but because we were presented with information in such a clear and organized way, in a non-biased and non-judgmental manner, we knew what to do when labor began. Because of the class, my husband played an important role, supporting me and offering comfort and pain-coping tools that we had learned. I cannot recommend it highly enough; I truly believe our birth experience was incredible because of her classes."

"My husband and I cannot recommend this class more highly. Jana is an expert in childbirth and her warm and caring presence really helped calm all my fears and apprehensions about the birthing process. Her class really brought me closer together with my husband and we have such wonderful memories of laughs and good times! Her class also helped me deal with the unexpected change in our birth plan, when I had to have a c-section vs. a natural birth, which is what I really wanted. I cannot say enough about Jana and this class. We drove from the Valley each week to attend the class in West LA and it was totally worth it!"

"Jana was fantastic! I cannot imagine what my birth would have been like without this class. Her class has enriched our lives and prepared us for something that most people would say you cannot prepare for. This class goes beyond merely relaying information -- you learn facts AND you grow comfortable and confident about the birthing process, AND you meet and become friends with other soon-to-be-parents AND you learn about yourselves. Take the class -- you will be thankful."

"I can't begin to say enough good things about our Supported Birth class, one of the best decisions my partner and I made to help us prepare for our first child. Jana was able to relate to all of us as individuals and was perceptive & sensitive to our needs. The thing I appreciated the most was that she did not try to indoctrinate us with dogma. She presented the material in a balanced and reasonable way...I simply feel much more knowledgeable and prepared for something that previously was a total unknown to me. I feel ready and even excited by it. I no longer view the birth of my baby with as much fear and trepidation in terms of anticipating the pain of labor. By informing us intelligently, these classes were everything I hoped they would be."