CHILDBIRTH CLASSES

Comprehensive evidence-based childbirth education.

OUR PURPOSE


In order to take an active part in giving birth, alleviate fear of childbirth, and to understand your choices living in Telluride and the surrounding area, some preparation is essential. In an effort to provide you with the most satisfying birth experience possible, we offer a course in prenatal education that reflects a philosophy of individualized care based on informed choice.

To sign up, call or text 970.708.5255, or email kendall@maatibirth.com.

LACTATION SUPPORT

Individualized breastfeeding care

SERVICES


Maati offers compassionate, comprehensive and individualized breastfeeding support beginning immediately after birth through the first years. We are committed to providing evidence-based support to breastfeeding mothers, working with you and your family to develop care plans to meet your needs. Many new moms need assistance or reassurance. Maati can help with breastfeeding related questions or concerns of any kind.

KENDALL CIECIUCH


While writing her thesis on midwifery in college, Kendall volunteered as a birth attendant at a Los Angeles birth center, and was immediately captivated! There began her journey into childbirth, one that would become her life’s work and greatest passion.

Kendall is a Registered Nurse (Labor & Delivery), Certified Childbirth Educator, Certified Lactation Counselor, and the mother of two breastfed daughters. She has 24 years experience and resides in beautiful Telluride, Colorado.

Kendall believes in empowering women and couples during pregnancy, childbirth and the postpartum period. Her comprehensive Childbirth Education classes provide accurate, up-to-date, evidence-based information in collaboration with techniques to promote relaxation, birth-awareness and self-confidence. Kendall knows that moms and babies need compassionate, unhurried, accurate breastfeeding information from the beginning. She is committed to assisting families in accomplishing individual breastfeeding goals, while supporting women to breastfeed with confidence and comfort.

When not teaching childbirth class, consulting, or geeking out on all things birth related, Kendall is a devoted mother, avid skier, yogi, and overall lover of the mountains.

Certifications and Education:

• Certified Childbirth Educator since 1996 (ICEA)
• Certified Lactation Counselor since 1998 (ALPP)
• Bachelor of Arts - Occidental College. Graduated Phi Beta Kappa. 1993
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing – Regis University. RN since 1997

TESTIMONIALS



  • Kelly Ryan
    Kendall and Camilla's Telluride Childbirth class is an amazing value and I recommend it to anyone and everyone who is expecting. I am amazed at the amount of support my husband and I received throughout our pregnancy journey. Kendall and Camilla bring an impressive wealth of real world birthing experience to the class. One of the things I found most refreshing was the appreciation and knowledge of both traditional hospital techniques and procedures as well as more natural options. It is also really helpful that we are now both working from the same base of information which is really helpful when making decisions. If you are expecting and you live in the area, you really should consider taking this class!
    Kelly Ryan
  • Rebecca Messier
    Kendall, I’d like to thank you for all of the ways that you helped me through my pregnancy, birth and after care. I feel so blessed to still be breastfeeding Emerey and am certain it never would have been so successful without your support. You are a huge asset to the mamas of this community. Thank you.
    Rebecca Messier
  • Chris & Stephanie Jaquet
    Our participation in Kendall's class helped prepare us for the birth of our first child with knowledge, informed decision-making, and an overall level of comfort. Kendall's professional background and personal experiences as a mother provides great insight for new parents. We highly recommend her childbirth class to others.
    Chris & Stephanie Jaquet
  • Christine McGinley Hooper
    Kendall's class prepared me for the unknown and gave me the information I needed to make the decisions that were best for me. I was confident going into birth. It also gave me the chance to ask unlimited questions to someone whom I trusted and respected.  The best part of the class was the opportunity to share with other Moms. I made new friendships and special bonds with some great women.
    Christine McGinley Hooper
  • Hilary & Carson Taylor
    Upon meeting Kendall Cieciuch and being very impressed with her warmth and professionalism, I knew if we were going to take a birthing class, it was going to be with her. The birthing class is much more a bonding between husband/wife and baby as it is 16 hours of learning about labor and delivery. We love the class structure and encouragement to share experiences among the other expecting parents. Kendall has the perfect balance of knowledge, passion and hands on experience. We are so lucky to have someone of her caliber in Telluride as a resource.
    Hilary & Carson Taylor

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For more information on
Childbirth Class or Lactation Support,
contact Kendall
cell: 970.708.5255
email:kendall@maatibirth.com