Childbirth Education
Whether you're a first time parent or just need a refresher, The Women’s Center offers parent and family education classes to help you prepare for pregnancy, birth and beyond. We want to help you gain the confidence and knowledge you need to have a positive and memorable experience before and after the birth of your baby.
Childbirth Classes
Prepared Childbirth (4 weeks)
This is a four-session class for the first-time mother. It is recommended to take this class in your seventh month of pregnancy. Classes are offered on specified Tuesday and Thursday evenings.
Topics include:
- What to expect during the third trimester
- Signs of labor and how to avoid pre-term labor
- Labor and delivery
- Cesarean section
- Comfort techniques
- Newborn characteristics and hospital care
- Choosing a pediatrician for your baby
- The Women's Center procedures
- Tour of The Women's Center
- Postpartum care
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Super Saturday Prepared Childbirth (2-Saturday Session)
This is a two-session class for the first-time mother. It is recommended to take this class in your seventh month of pregnancy. Classes are offered on specified Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Topics include:
- What to expect during the third trimester
- Signs of labor and how to avoid pre-term labor
- Labor and delivery
- Cesarean section
- Comfort techniques
- Newborn characteristics and hospital care
- Choosing a pediatrician for your baby
- The Women's Center procedures
- Tour of The Women's Center
- Postpartum care
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Prepared Childbirth Refresher (2 weeks)
Second time parents looking for a “refresher” class can attend the last two weeks of the Tuesday or Thursday Prepared Childbirth classes. A tour of The Women's Center is not included.
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Birthing Naturally
This class is for women who want to learn more about delivering their babies without medication. This class should be taken early in the third trimester. Offered on Sunday evenings.
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Breastfeeding: A Family Affair
A one-session class taught by certified Lactation Educators/ Consultants. Helpful information is provided to increase each mother’s understanding and confidence with breastfeeding.
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OB Tour and Sibling Tour
Tour The Women's Center on Sundays or Wednesdays. The general tour will familiarize you with our comprehensive maternity services, including the private mother/baby suites and the Level IIE Special Care Nursery. The sibling tour is designed for children ages three to 10. Parents and their children will tour the mother/baby suites and see the equipment. A tour of The Women's Center is included with the "Preparing for the Birth Experience" class. No tour is offered with the "Refresher" class.
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Parenting Classes
Newborn Care 101
A one-session class to guide parents with skills for newborn care during the first three months.
Offered on Monday evenings.
Topics include:
- Normal characteristics of the newborn
- Daily care including feeding, bathing and sleeping
- Skills to calm your baby
- Creating a safe environment
- Recognizing illness and knowing when to call the doctor
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Parent CPR
A non-certification class to teach CPR to those who care for children from newborns to the age of 8. We encourage you to wear your hair up as to not obstruct your view. Please wear comfortable clothing. Please be prepared for the hands on portion of this class, as it requires a certain exertion
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