Online childbirth class series

Expectant parents in your area or beyond, including those in rural places, with busy schedules or on bed rest.

A per-person or per-couple fee for a multi-week series or a one-day intensive. You can add extras such as a recorded replay or a postpartum follow-up session.

• Teaching on video
• Knowledge of birth and newborn care
• Basic comfort with online tools

• Certification is not always legally required, but check what clients and referrers expect
• Some certifying organizations have rules about teaching online or using their materials, so check before you start
• Liability insurance and clear disclaimers that classes are education, not medical advice
• Protect client privacy when sharing recordings or taking questions
• Sales tax on digital services varies by state, so check with your state tax agency

Startup costs are typically around $600 to $3,000, depending on training, video and slide tools, insurance and marketing. Live video classes mean you do not need to rent a venue.

Certification is not always legally required, but check what clients and referrers expect, and whether certifying organizations have rules on online teaching or using their materials. Also check liability insurance, disclaimers that classes are education not medical advice, client privacy, and state sales tax on digital services.

Monthly revenue is typically around $300 to $3,000, depending on group size, pricing and how many series you run. The estimate assumes at least about 5 hours a week of teaching and preparation.