In-Person group childbirth classes

Expectant couples and individuals looking for a class with hands-on practice and a community of other parents-to-be.

A fee per couple for each series, with new cohorts starting every month or two. You can add one-day weekend workshops and partner with local practices for referrals.

• Group teaching and facilitation
• Knowledge of birth and newborn care
• Marketing and organizing

• Certification is not always legally required, but check what referrers and venues expect
• General liability insurance, and check whether the venue requires you to be listed on its policy
• Classes with few sign-ups may not cover room rent, so start with a small, flexible schedule
• Check your city or county for any business license requirement
• Keep to education, not medical advice

Startup costs are typically around $1,000 to $4,000, depending on room rental rates, insurance, teaching materials and marketing. This estimate assumes you rent space such as a community room or yoga studio rather than leasing your own.

Certification is not always legally required, but check what referrers and venues expect. Also check whether the venue requires you to be listed on its insurance policy, whether your city or county requires a business license, and keep to education rather than medical advice.

Monthly revenue is typically around $800 to $4,000, depending on class size, pricing and how many series you run. Classes with few sign-ups may not cover room rent, so a small, flexible schedule is a sensible start.