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This four-session class series prepares an expectant
mother and her partner for labor, delivery and recovery
using the Lamaze method of childbirth preparation. The
class provides normal birth information including
the stages of labor and delivery, relaxation and
breathing techniques, positioning and coping skills.
Parents
are provided opportunities to practice newly acquired
labor skills. Medications for labor, including
epidurals,
and cesarean surgery is also covered. Information helps
expectant parents make informed choices about
their birth experience whether the mother has a vaginal
birth, epidural for labor, or a cesarean surgery.
This comprehensive class is recommended for first time
parents, beginning early in the seventh month of
pregnancy. Class size is limited; register early in the
pregnancy.
(includes Medications
Interventions & Cesareans and The
Labor Lab)
This three-session weekend class series provides the expectant mother and her partner the basics of
normal labor, delivery and recovery. Class includes
information about the stages of labor and delivery, and
non-pharmacologic techniques for birth such as
relaxation, breathing, positioning and coping skills.
Information
helps expectant parents make informed choices about
their birth experience. Medication, Interventions
& Cesareans and a Labor Lab are included; choose the
additional Saturday class when you register. Begin
Birth Basics in the seventh or eighth month of
pregnancy, however, register early in the pregnancy.
(included in Birth Basics)
This one-session class provides expectant parents with
information about possible choices they face in
pregnancy and labor such as inductions, fetal
monitoring, medications, epidural for labor and cesarean
surgery.
Information will help expectant parents make informed
choices about their birth experience. The Labor
Lab is an independent, guided labor rehearsal for women
and their support team with an instructor available
for questions. Plan to take this class in the seventh or
eighth month of pregnancy and after Birth Basics.
Class size is limited; register early in the pregnancy.
This session is appropriate as a stand-alone class for
mothers and their partners planning a scheduled cesarean
surgery.
Breastfeeding for the first time can be challenging and
rewarding. In this one session class learn how breast
milk is produced, how to prepare for breastfeeding,
encouraging baby to nurse, common problems nursing
mothers may face, and considerations for breastfeeding
and going back to work. Take the Breastfeeding class
during the last three months of pregnancy; partners and
other interested family members are encouraged
to attend. Class size is limited; register early in the
pregnancy.
This one-session class is loaded with practical tips for
new parents. Learn about newborn characteristics,
baby care, crying, feeding, diapering, bathing, and what
to expect during the first days at home. Parents have
an opportunity to practice basic baby care as well as
get questions answered. Take Infant Care class during
the last three months of pregnancy; partners and other
family members are encouraged to attend. Class
size is limited; register early in the pregnancy.
