Parent Education Classes

Congratulations on your pregnancy! You have a lot to look forward to, and probably more than a few questions and concerns about what to expect over the coming months. Consider the Understanding Pregnancy eClass your go-to guide for answers you can trust. This interactive online class covers essential information on your baby's development, helpful tips for a healthy pregnancy, and includes partner tips throughout. You'll see how your baby develops with 3D animation and have access to helpful trackers and checklists that help you stay organized and healthy.

Register for an online pregnancy class

This childbirth class alternative is for couples who prefer learning in the comfort of their own home and at their own pace or for couples who are on bedrest or who have scheduling conflicts.

This interactive online childbirth program includes videos and illustrations that provides couples with the skills that are essential to an informed childbirth experience.

Register for an online childbirth class

This class focuses on preparation for childbirth, emphasizing the experience of labor and birth and the important role of the support person . A variety of comfort measures are taught and practiced in class, including relaxation and breathing techniques. Special Procedures and epidurals are discussed, as well as an overview of cesarean birth, postpartum, and the newborn. Registration fee includes partner. Yoga mats are available at the class.

Register for an in-person childbirth class

Esta clase se enfoca en la preparación de el parto, enfatizando la experiencia del parto y el nacimiento y la importancia de la persona de apoyo. En la clase se enseñan y practican varias medidas de confort, incluyendo técnicas de relajación y respiración. Se discuten procedimientos especiales, epidurales, y una descripción general de el parto por cesárea, el posparto y el recién nacido. La tarifa de inscripción incluye una pareja. Hay tapetes de yoga disponibles en la clase.

Regístrese para una clase de preparación al parto en español

This 2 day class focuses on preparation for childbirth, emphasizing the experience of labor and birth and the important role of the support person . A variety of comfort measures are taught and practiced in class, including relaxation and breathing techniques. Special procedures and epidurals are discussed, as well as an overview of cesarean birth, postpartum, and the newborn. Registration fee includes partner. Yoga mats are available at the class.

Register for a 2 day series childbirth class

This 3 day series, over 3 consecutive weeks, focuses on preparation for childbirth, emphasizing the experience of labor and birth and the important role of the support person. A variety of comfort measures are taught and practiced in class, including relaxation and breathing techniques. Special Procedures and epidurals are discussed, as well as an overview of cesarean birth, postpartum, and the newborn. Registration fee includes partner.

Register for a 3 day series childbirth class

This interactive course compliments the information you have already covered in a childbirth class. You will discover the philosophy behind natural childbirth and learn ways to increase comfort through positioning, massage, breathing, and much more. This class is an in-depth course that builds confidence through hands on practice and tips for partners, incorporating support techniques. It is geared towards those interested in a unmedicated labor. This class would also be suitable for a someone planning a VBAC or as a childbirth refresher.

Register for a labor of love class

Sometimes a planned cesarean is a necessary surgical birth option for a healthy mom and a healthy baby. Becoming informed and prepared will help you gain understanding and help you make good choices. Learn about what to expect during your hospital stay and how to have a good recovery process when you return home. This online class is well worth watching as you get ready for your baby's arrival.

Register for an online cesarean class

This class is ideal for expectant parents preparing for a scheduled cesarean birth, as well as their support person. Join us for a stress free and informative session to ensure a positive cesarean birth experience for you and your new arrival. We will discuss preparation, relaxation techniques, delivery, anesthesia, postpartum recovery, and initial newborn period.

This class is suitable as a refresher for previous C-section.

Register for a in-person cesarean preparation class

Planning a birth with few to no medical interventions? Learn how at your own time and pace! This interactive online course builds on what you have already learned in a standard childbirth preparation class. You will learn more about natural childbirth, comfort techniques, and how to write a natural birth plan. By watching several birth stories, you will also get a sense of what natural birth is like.

Register for an online natural childbirth techniques class

Expecting twins or more? Take an interactive online class made just for you! This class covers everything you need to know about your unique pregnancy, including what to expect from a vaginal or cesarean birth, breastfeeding more than one baby, and life at home with multiples. Woven throughout the eClass are fun activities to help you learn and engaging video clips that share the real stories of families with multiples.

Register for an online multiples class

Our interactive Maternity Tour provides expectant families an opportunity to become familiar with all the services we provide on the Labor & Delivery and The New Family Center units. Please be sure to register all who will attend the tour, including children and grandparents.

Register for an upcoming maternity tour