Childbirth Preparation Classes

Pregnancy is an exciting time for mom and family as preparations are made for the arrival of your baby.  Our professional and experienced staff has prepared a comprehensive prenatal education program that is tailored to the needs of expectant Moms and their support person.  We strive to provide a class atmosphere that encourages open discussion of questions, concerns and fears that arise throughout the pregnancy and expectant parent journey.  The program is designed to provide the knowledge to insure a healthy pregnancy, the skills for mom and her coach to work together through a successful and joyful labor and delivery and the guidance and tips to begin a nurturing relationship with your baby.

You will learn about:

• Anatomy and physiology of pregnancy, labor and delivery
• Labor support techniques
• Relaxation techniques
• Specific breathing techniques
• Medication and anesthesia
• Variations of labor
• Cesarean delivery
• Post-partum period
• Hospital procedures and tour
• Newborn characteristics
• Caring for the newborn
• Infant nutrition
• Parenting tips

“I feel more confident about the labor process and in myself that I can make informed decisions about my care, labor and delivery.”
                                                                  ~  Class "Graduate" Testimonial