| Classes will be held (with social distancing and face coverings) unless otherwise noted. 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.
Use Emergency Entrance (E) if unsure on where to go. Staff will escort you.
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 |
| January 16 &23, 2023 | 6-9PM |
| March 11, 2023 | 9AM-4PM |
| May 15 & 22, 2023 | 6-9PM |
| July 15, 2023 | 9AM-4PM |
| September 11 & 18, 2023 | 6-9PM |
| November 18, 2023 | 9AM-4PM |
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Breastfeeding Class
Classes are held in Veterans Education Center (Level 3), unless otherwise noted.
Use Emergency Entrance (E) if unsure on where to go. Staff will escort you.
You 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 |
| February 7, 2023 | 6:30-8:30PM |
| April 4, 2023 | 6:30-8:30PM |
| August 1, 2023 | 6:30-8:30PM |
| October 3, 2023 | 6:30-8:30PM |
| December 5, 2023 | 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 |
| Class schedule TBD
Please contact the OB Department for more info: 563-927-7318 |
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
Classes are held in Nursing Administration Meeting (Level 1), unless otherwise noted.
You will learn:
Attendees: Due to current visitation guidelines only mom and infant babies are allowed to attend. Thank you for your understanding.
| BREASTFEEDING SUPPORT GROUP |
| September 8, 2022 | 10-11AM |
| October 13, 2022 | 10-11AM |
| November 10, 2022 | 10-11AM |
| December 8, 2022 | 10-11AM |