Empowered Birth · In person in Brighton, MI

A birth class for both of you.

Prepare for birth as a team—with practical tools for staying grounded, working through contractions, and supporting each other along the way.

Empowered Birth brings childbirth education, hypnobirthing, and hands-on practice together in one three-hour class.

3 hoursYou + your birth partnerBrighton, MI$325 per couple

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Your partner, a trusted friend, or another support person is welcome.

Expecting couple preparing for birth together

What you will practice

Leave with tools you can actually use.

Understand what’s happening

Learn how the body works during labor and explore movement and positions for comfort.

Practice finding your calm

Try breathing, relaxation, and visualization techniques you can keep practicing at home.

Give your partner a clear role

Practice ways to offer reassurance, support comfort, and help create a calming environment.

Feel more prepared to speak up

Explore your preferences and practice asking questions when decisions arise.

For your birth partner

“I want to help. What should I do?”

That’s exactly what we make time for.

Your birth partner gets to practice alongside you—learning how to respond, offer support, and understand what feels helpful to you. You’ll have space to talk about your preferences before you’re in the middle of labor.

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My husband didn’t think we needed to go but at the end of the class said he’s happy he went and felt it was very helpful!
— Tanya T.
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Loved the birth class with Emily! She is a wealth of knowledge and made my husband and I both feel at ease! My husband Niall didn’t think we needed to go but at the end of the class said he’s happy he went and felt it was very helpful! Highly recommend this and all of the other classes and sessions Emily offers!

What attending feels like

A welcoming space to ask questions and practice together.

Join us at Whole Mama Michigan in Brighton for an interactive, three-hour class. We’ll explain the concepts, practice the tools, and make room for your questions. You don’t need experience with hypnobirthing. Come ready to learn together.

Moms and babies in the blue recliner circle at Whole Mama Michigan — A calm space for learning and questions.

Expecting parent practicing a calming technique — Breathing and relaxation you can practice at home.

Birth partners preparing together — Practical preparation for both of you.

Emily Stone-Aiello, Empowered Birth instructor

Meet your instructor

Hi, I’m Emily.

I’m the founder of Whole Mama Michigan and a certified hypnobirthing instructor. I created Empowered Birth to give families a welcoming place to learn, practice, and prepare together. My goal is for both of you to leave with useful tools and a clearer sense of how you can support each other.

“My husband and I started with Emily’s birth class, which gave me incredible calming techniques and self-advocacy skills.”
— Kathren B.
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"A total lifesaver for new moms! I started with Emily’s birth class, which gave me incredible calming techniques and self-advocacy skills. Then I stuck around for prenatal yoga, which worked wonders for my pregnancy aches and pains. Eventually I started going to the mom meetup events and met lovely people I was able to relate to on our journeys of motherhood. Emily and her team have built an amazing, supportive community and plethora of resources for new parents. I highly recommend every mom in Livingston County check them out!"

Questions before you book

Empowered Birth FAQ

What is hypnobirthing?+

Hypnobirthing uses breathing, relaxation, visualization, and preparation to help you feel more grounded during labor. It is a practical set of tools—not a promise of one particular kind of birth.

Is this helpful if I’m planning an epidural or hospital birth?+

Yes. The class supports a range of birth preferences. The calming, communication, and decision-making tools can be useful in a hospital setting and alongside pain medication or other interventions.

Who can I bring?+

Bring the person you want beside you during birth. That may be a spouse, partner, trusted friend, or another support person. Your $325 registration includes one birth partner.

When in pregnancy should we attend?+

Choose a date that gives you time to keep practicing the tools at home before your baby arrives. If you are unsure which session fits your due date, email us and we’ll help you choose.

Is this just for first-time parents?+

No. Returning parents are welcome when they want a refresher, more intentional preparation, or a different experience this time.

What if our plans change?+

Please contact us before booking if you have questions about rescheduling or cancellation. The current policy will be shown during the booking process before payment.

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