EDUCATIONAL CLASSES:

A full range of educational programs about pregnancy, the birth experience, grandparenting, and sibling preparation are available. For more information call (765) 646-8117.

 

Classes offered are:

Prepared Childbirth
Sibling Class
Cesarean Section


Class Registration Form

 

Prepared Childbirth
This series of five classes provides information to empower the expectant mother and her family to make informed choices during pregnancy, labor, delivery and beyond. Topics include:
  • Pre-term labor
  • True vs. false labor
  • Stages of labor
  • Comfort techniques for labor
  • Medical interventions
  • Care for mom after delivery
  • Newborn care
  • Tour of the Birthing Center

Offered: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

 

2008 Sessions (Note class time changed in 2008 to 6:30-8:30 p.m. for weekday classes)

  • January 15
  • February 9, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. (New 1-day Saturday Class)
  • March 4
  • April 19, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. (New 1-day Saturday Class)
  • May 6
  • June 21, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. (New 1-day Saturday Class)
  • July 15
  • August 9, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. (New 1-day Saturday Class)
  • September 9
  • October 25, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.  (New 1-day Saturday Class)
  • November 4

Registration Form

 

Sibling Class

Our sibling class is for new brothers and sisters who would like to take a tour of the Birthing Center and watch a video about newborn characteristics, and what to expect when Mom comes home with the baby. Siblings should be at least 3 years old and are encouraged to bring their own doll for stuffed animal so they can practice diapering skills.

Class time:  6 to 7 p.m.

  • January 14
  • March 3
  • May 5
  • July 14
  • September 8
  • November 3

Registration Form

 

Cesarean Section
This class will help prepare the patient and family for a Cesarean Section, including pre- and post-operative expectations. Please call the Birthing Center to schedule a class.

Registration Form


 

 

 
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