| Preparation for labor, delivery, newborn care, and beyond. Classes are provided free of charge. To register, call 563-927-7318. |
Prepared Childbirth Class
Classes are held in Veterans Education Center - Level 3, unless otherwise noted.
You and your support person will learn:
- Support person's vital role
- Breathing, relaxation, and pain management techniques
- Medication options
- Labor variations, i.e. C-section, back labor, induction
- Coping with possible complications
- Infant safety
- Car seat safety
| PREPARED CHILDBIRTH CLASSES |
| May 11 & 18, 2020 - CANCELLED
* located in Sheppard Room | 6-9PM |
| July 11, 2020 | 9AM-4PM |
| September 14 & 21, 2020
* located in Sheppard Room | 6-9PM |
| November 21, 2020 | 9AM-4PM |
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Breastfeeding Class
Classes are held in Sheppard Room - Level 1, unless otherwise noted.
You and your support person will learn:
- How to get started breastfeeding
- Breastfeeding advantages
- How to avoid breastfeeding problems
- How to find breastfeeding support
- Tips about returning to work
| BREASTFEEDING CLASS |
| June 2, 2020 | 6:30-8:30PM |
| August 4, 2020 | 6:30-8:30PM |
| October 6, 2020 | 6:30-8:30PM |
| December 1, 2020 | 6:30-8:30PM |
Sibling Class
Classes are held in Sheppard Room - Level 1, unless otherwise noted.
Your children (ages 3-10), you, and your support person will learn:
- What to expect after the new baby arrives
- Where mom and baby will stay while in the hospital (you can tour the OB)
- What to expect when visiting the hospital
- Newborn safety tips
| SIBLING CLASS |
| June 9, 2020 | 6:30-8PM |
| September 8, 2020 | 6:30-8PM |
| December 8, 2020 | 6:30-8PM |
Prepared Childbirth Refresher
If you have children and attended past prenatal education classes but have questions, take an hour or two to speak with a nurse. Class 563-927-7318 to set up a time that works for you.
Breastfeeding Support Group Meeting
2nd Thursday & 4th Saturday from 10-11am | OB Waiting Room (Level 1)