Event Details
Prenatal Class
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About This Event
- Event Type:Class
Join our comprehensive prenatal classes designed to prepare expectant parents for the journey of pregnancy, childbirth, and early parenthood. Each class is tailored to provide you with knowledge, practical skills, and peace of mind as you prepare to welcome your new baby.
Class One: Getting Ready for Baby
- Discomforts of Pregnancy: Understand common discomforts and how to manage them.
- Warning Signs During Pregnancy: Learn to recognize signs that may warrant medical attention.
- Kick Counts: How to monitor your baby’s activity and what it means for their health.
- Women’s Health Tour: Take a guided tour of our Women’s Health facilities where you will receive care.
Class Two: Understanding and Preparing for Labor
- Comfort Techniques: Explore various methods to ease discomfort during labor.
- Understanding the Labor Process: Gain insights into the stages of labor and what to expect at each phase.
- Massage Therapists: Learn how massage can aid in pain relief and relaxation during labor.
- Pushing Positions: Discover effective positions for delivery to ease the labor process.
- Breathing Exercises: Master breathing techniques that help in managing pain and focusing during labor.
- Medical Procedures/Equipment: Familiarize yourself with common medical procedures and equipment used during delivery.
- Pain Management: Overview of pain relief options available during labor.
Class Three: Postpartum and Newborn Care
- Breastfeeding: Essential techniques and tips for successful breastfeeding.
- Postpartum Education: What to expect after delivery, including physical and emotional adjustments.
- Healthy Newborns with Pediatric Providers: Meet our pediatric team and learn about newborn care in the first few weeks.
- Newborn Care: Practical skills for handling your newborn, from bathing to diapering.
- Infant CPR and Infant Safety: Critical safety techniques that every parent should know.
- Children’s Resource Center: Resources and support services available for new parents.
Our prenatal classes are led by experienced healthcare professionals who are dedicated to providing a supportive, informative, and engaging experience. Whether you’re a first-time parent or refreshing your knowledge for a new addition to your family, our classes are designed to build your confidence and prepare you for the beautiful and challenging moments of parenthood.
- Price: Free
- Registration Instructions: For any registration questions please email Elizabeth Coggins at ecoggins@codyregionalhealth.org today!