Partner Prep for Birth in San Francisco

Confidently navigate the first weeks of your newborn’s life. Grounded in infant physiology and ancestral postpartum wisdom, this class gives parents the essential frameworks needed to navigate the first weeks with baby smoothly. This workshop helps to eliminate the guesswork and gives you the core knowledge and tools for the first tender weeks and transition into postpartum with more ease.

Class Investment: $55 per person

Class Duration: 1.5 hours

Membership Credits: 1

*Recommended to take during 20-38 weeks gestation (second or third trimester) but all stages are welcome!

[Couples Class, Recommended for Mother/Birthing Parent & Partner/Support Person]

This non-certification class will help you recognize and respond to the most common medical emergencies for infants. You will learn how to perform infant CPR using manikins that provide electronic feedback. Other topics covered include choking, allergic reactions, seizures, bleeding, burns, falls, and prevention tips. This is an interactive class taught by Paramedics, EMTs and RNs. Questions are encouraged!

Class Investment: $65 per person

Class Duration: 2.5 hours

Membership Credits: 1.5

*Recommended to take during 20-38 weeks gestation (second or third trimester) but all stages are welcome!

[Couples Class, Recommended for Mother/Birthing Parent & Partner/Support Person]

In this class, partners will be able to experience hands on practice as well as gather vital information for support, so they leave confident in their ability to provide meaningful support. The birth of your baby is a team effort to make magical moments together!

Class Investment: $45 per person

Class Duration: 2 hour

Membership Credits: 1

*Recommended to take during 28-38 weeks gestation (third trimester) but all stages are welcome!

[Couples Class, Recommended for Mother/Birthing Parent & Partner/Support Person]

This practical, hands-on class, led by a certified nurse midwife, helps you practice pain management techniques for labor and birth. You've learned how to do it in your childbirth prep class, now it's time to practice it and increase your understanding of what to expect. Whether it is laboring at home for as long as possible or planning an unmedicated birth, these are techniques all birthing people need to help increase your pain coping capacity and manage the stages of labor.

Class Investment: $40 per person

Class Duration: 1 hour

Membership Credits: 1

*Recommended to take during 28-38 weeks gestation (third trimester) but all stages are welcome!

[Couples Class, Recommended for Mother/Birthing Parent & Partner/Support Person]

This practical, hands-on class is designed to help parents and caregivers understand how to properly install and use their car seat, so you can protect your baby with confidence from day one. Whether you're a first-time parent or need a refresher, we'll walk you through the essentials in a supportive, judgement-free space.

Class Investment: $35 per person

Class Duration: 1.5 hours

Membership Credits: 1

*Recommended to take during 20-38 weeks gestation (second or third trimester) but all stages are welcome!

[Couples Class, Recommended for Mother/Birthing Parent & Partner/Support Person]

Do I have to purchase a membership to attend classes?
No, you do not need to purchase a membership or package in order to attend classes. We have our single class investment price found in every class description. If you'd like to purchase just one class, click on the "book now" button to sign up for a class!
What is the membership credits?
The membership credits are the credits used for those who have purchased a membership with us. We have two tiers of memberships, the Family plan and Platinum plan. To learn more about how much you can save by joining our membership, please view our Memberships & Packages page.
Is your space accessible for everyone?
Yes, we strive to create an inclusive environment. Mama Roots Collective is designed to be accessible for all families, ensuring everyone feels welcome and comfortable. We do not exclude any family based on ethnicity, socioeconomic background, gender identity or any other personal background or characteristics. All is welcome and all families deserve support.
Can my partner, spouse, or support person attend classes with me?
Many of our classes welcom partners, spouses, grandparents, and other support people. Attendance policies vary by class, so we reocmmend checking the class description for "Couples Class" or contacting us for details.
Can I use HSA/FSA funds for classes or services?
Certain classes may qualify for HSA/FSA reimbursement depending on your HSA/FSA provider. We recommend reviewing each class description to determine eligibility for HSA/FSA reimbursement.

Many HSA/FSA providers require a Letter of Medical Necessity to qualify for reimbursement. To support this process, we offer a quick eligibility survey (a $15 fee applies) on our HSA/FSA page to determine whether you qualify for a Letter of Medical Necessity. Once approved, the letter is valid for up to one year and can be used for multiple eligible classes.