Labor Lounge: Encourage Labor Naturally with Movement & Confidence

Ready to Meet Your Baby?

Labor Lounge is a unique, energizing group class for those between 37–41 weeks pregnant who are looking for natural ways to encourage labor with confidence and joy. This 1-hour workshop combines low-impact movement, pelvic alignment, and breath-centered flow—helping your baby find their optimal position for birth.

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Why Choose Labor Lounge?

As you approach your due date, it’s normal to feel both excited and ready to nudge things along. Labor Lounge gives you a safe, supportive way to:

  • Encourage labor naturally through movement and alignment

  • Support your baby’s positioning with proven Spinning Babies® & Body Ready Method® techniques

  • Relieve late-pregnancy discomforts like back pain and tight hips

  • Build confidence and calm before labor begins

  • Connect with other expectant mothers in a joyful group setting

“I’ve had the pleasure of attending two ‘labor lounge’ classes and have thoroughly enjoyed both of them! The class is for birthing parents who are 37 weeks pregnant or later to help get baby into the optimal position. The class is a combo of prenatal yoga and spinning babies type exercises and the results speak for themselves. I was 0 centimeters at 37 weeks and after two classes I’m 2-3 centimeters and baby has dropped! My only “complaint” is that there is very little lounging in labor lounge and this Mama is tired! I’m going again tomorrow not only because it’s a great class but because the vibe and community are so wonderful. ❤️”

Sheila

What to Expect From The Labor Lounge

In this uplifting 1-hour session, you’ll experience:

  • Pelvic alignment work to create space for baby

  • Low-impact, barre-inspired movement tailored to late pregnancy

  • Breath-centered flow to calm your mind and prepare your body

  • Guidance rooted in evidence-based methods for natural birth readiness

Whether you’re a first-time parent or preparing for another birth, Labor Lounge is designed to leave you feeling strong, centered, and supported.

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Meet Your Instructor: Melissa Huerta

Melissa Huerta is a movement-based doula who blends fitness expertise with compassionate birth support. As a barre-certified instructor and soon-to-be MaternityWise Certified Labor Doula, she brings a unique mix of strength, knowledge, and grounded presence to her classes.

Melissa’s journey into birthwork began after her own transformative pregnancy and birth experiences. From overcoming a traumatic first delivery to finding healing in her second under Dr. Adrouny’s care, she knows firsthand the power of movement, preparation, and support.

Her approach:

  • Rooted in Spinning Babies® and the Body Ready Method®

  • Informed by certifications in ACE Group Fitness and ProNatal Pre & Postnatal Fitness

  • Compassionate and encouraging, offering personalized guidance in a group setting

Beyond the studio, Melissa is a mother of two, a neighbor, and a community builder—infusing joy and curiosity into every space she holds.

Who Should Join Labor Lounge?

This class is designed for:

  • Pregnant women between 37–41 weeks who want natural ways to encourage labor

  • Expectant parents seeking gentle, evidence-based support in the final weeks of pregnancy

  • Those looking for a safe, uplifting alternative to waiting anxiously for labor to begin

  • Mothers wanting community and encouragement during late pregnancy

Class Details

  • Duration: 1 hour

  • Price: $45

  • Led by: Doula & barre-certified instructor Melissa Huerta

  • Location: Adrouny Village Wellness, 2998 S. Bascom Ave, San Jose, CA 95124

  • Bring: Comfortable clothes, water bottle, yoga mat (optional)

✨ Spots are limited to keep the group small and supportive.

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Frequently asked questions about the Labor Lounge workshop at Adrouny Village Well‌ness in San Jose

  • Labor Lounge is a prenatal workshop designed to help expecting parents feel prepared, confident, and supported for childbirth. The class combines evidence-based education, hands-on comfort measures, partner involvement, and real-time Q&A in a relaxed, welcoming environment.

  • This class is ideal for pregnant people and their partners or support persons who want practical tools, emotional reassurance, and strategies to navigate labor and delivery with more confidence.

  • Most families attend between 28–36 weeks of pregnancy, but you are welcome to join earlier or later based on your schedule and comfort level.

  • Sessions include interactive education about the stages of labor, coping techniques, comfort measures, breathing, movement, and positioning. Partners learn hands-on ways to provide effective support. The class also covers what to expect in the hospital or birth setting.

  • Families leave feeling more confident, connected, and prepared for labor. Participants often report reduced fear, increased partner involvement, practical pain management tools, and a stronger sense of control during birth.

  • Both options are welcome. Many people attend with a partner, but solo attendance is absolutely supported and you will still leave with helpful tools for labor.

  • Wear comfortable clothing and bring water, a pillow, and a yoga mat if you have one. We provide props, handouts, and space for hands-on practice.

  • The Labor Lounge is taught by Melissa Huerta, a movement-based doula who blends fitness expertise with compassionate birth support. As a barre-certified instructor and soon-to-be MaternityWise Certified Labor Doula, she brings a unique mix of strength, knowledge, and grounded presence to her classes.

    Her approach is:

    • Rooted in Spinning Babies® and the Body Ready Method®

    • Informed by certifications in ACE Group Fitness and ProNatal Pre & Postnatal Fitness

    • Compassionate and encouraging, offering personalized guidance in a group setting

    Learn more about Melissa HERE