In-person classes are limited to 10 participants plus their support person. Participation is determined on a first come-first serve basis with paid registrations.
Childbirth Education Class
Practice positioning, breathing and relaxation techniques, and tour the Birth Center. You will learn about the birthing process based on the Lamaze theory of childbirth education allowing you to make informed choices for a positive birth experience.
Cost: $45/couple
Location: Learning Resource Center 1st floor, West Building (Hospital)
Instructor: Sue Engle, R.N. or Danica Kanneberg, R.N.
Class time: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Online class equivalent: Understanding Birth
| 1 day classes: |
| Sunday, February 23, 2020 |
| Saturday, April 4, 2020 |
| Sunday, May 31, 2020 |
| Saturday, July 11, 2020 |
| Sunday, August 9, 2020, |
| Saturday, September 19, 2020 |
| Saturday, November 14, 2020 |
| Sunday, December 13, 2020 |
Prenatal Breastfeeding Class
Learn how breastfeeding works. Topics include:
- Latching on and positioning
- Knowing when to feed your baby
- How to know your baby is getting enough milk
- How to care for your breasts
- How to make breastfeeding a part of your lifestyle
- Breastmilk expression and returning to work
Cost: $20/couple
Location: Learning Resource Center 1st floor, West Building (Hospital)
Instructor: Elizabeth Harris R.N., R.N.C.-OB, IBCLC, CPST
Class time: 5:30 to 8 p.m.
Online class equivalent: Understanding Breastfeeding
| Class dates: |
| Monday, January 27, 2020 |
| Monday, March 9, 2020 |
| Monday, April 20, 2020 |
| Monday, June 1, 2020 |
| Monday, July 13, 2020 |
| Monday, August 24, 2020 |
| Monday, October 5, 2020 |
| Monday, November 16, 2020 |
| Monday, December 21, 2020 |
Baby Basics Class
This combined class includes the basics of newborn care, as well as essential tips for beginning to breastfeed. Topics include:
- Newborn characteristics
- Hospital routines
- Calming a fussy baby
- Signs of illness
- Hands-on demonstrations on diapering, bathing, swaddling and car seat installation
Cost: $20/couple
Location: Learning Resource Center 1st floor, West Building (Hospital)
Instructor: Anna Schuld R.N., B.S.N., IBCLC
Online class equivalent: Understanding Your Newborn
| Class dates: |
| Thursday, February 20, 2020 - 5:30-8 p.m. |
| Sunday, March 22, 2020 - 1-3:30 p.m. |
| Thursday, May 14, 2020 - 5:30-8 p.m. |
| Sunday, June 14, 2020 - 1-3:30 p.m. |
| Thursday, August 6, 2020 - 5:30-8 p.m. |
| Sunday, October 18, 2020 - 1-3:30 p.m. |
| Thursday, September 17, 2020 - 5:30-8 p.m. |
| Thursday, December 10, 2020 - 5:30-8 p.m. |
| Sunday, January 10, 2021 - 1-3:30 p.m. |
