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, December 13, 2020 |
| Sunday, February 7, 2021 |
| Saturday, March 13, 2021 |
| Sunday, April 25, 2021 |
| Saturday, June 12, 2021 |
| Sunday, July 25, 2021, |
| Saturday, August 28, 2021 |
| Sunday, October 17, 2021 |
| Saturday, November 20, 2021 |
| Sunday, December 12, 2021 |
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, December 21, 2020 |
| Thursday, January 14, 2021 |
| Thursday, February 25, 2021 |
| Thursday, April 8, 2021 |
| Thursday, May 20, 2021 |
| Thursday, July 1, 2021 |
| Thursday, August 12, 2021 |
| Thursday, September 23, 2021 |
| Thursday, November 4, 2021 |
| Thursday, December 16, 2021 |
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: Robin Dietel, R.N.C-OB, LCCE, C.L.S.
Class time: 5:30 to 8 p.m.
Online class equivalent: Understanding Your Newborn
| Class dates: |
| Thursday, December 10, 2020 |
| Sunday, January 10, 2021 - 1-3:30 p.m. |
| Thursday, March 4, 2021. |
| Thursday, April 15, 2021 |
| Thursday, May 27, 2021 |
| Thursday, July 8, 2021 |
| Thursday, August 19, 2021 |
| Thursday, September 30, 2021 |
| Thursday, November 11, 2021 |
| Thursday, December 23, 2021 |
