Birth Matters holds free monthly gatherings at First Christian Church at 3109 Rivermont Avenue, near Virginia Baptist Hospital. The meetings are on the third Tuesday of every month from 7-9 pm. Anyone is welcome to come and learn about a variety of topics including pregnancy, types of practitioners, labor, local resources, doulas, breastfeeding, postpartum and comfort measures for pregnancy and birth.

Map of 3109 Rivermont Ave Lynchburg, VA 24503

2008 schedule:

April 15: Join us for a discussion on Labor Support, led by Jennifer Monroe, labor and postpartum doula. Learn helpful techniques for managing the exertion of labor as well as ways to lessen discomfort. A great opportunity for partners to attend and learn how to lend support during childbirth. Refreshments will be provided.

May 20: Dr. Robertson of Forest Women's Center will speak on evidence based care in Obstetrics.

June 17: Herbalist Teri Hubbard will share her knowledge about the safe use of herbs and how they are useful in pregnancy and parenting.

July 15: Video: The Business of Being Born, Ricki lake's documentary on birth in America today.

August 19: Open forum birth circle- join us to talk, share, and ask questions

September 16: Viewing and discussion of Ricki Lake's movie, "The Business of Being Born" 

October 21: What is hypnobirthing?

November 18: Nutrition and Herbs for the Expectant Mother

December: No meeting; Happy Holidays!