Call 800-648-8141 to register
Childbirth preparation classes provide education and information for our childbearing families based on their individual needs. Below is a list of classes offered on the
2009 schedule (provided as a printable .pdf). Please click on the links for more information on each one.
The Five-Week Series
The Fivex-Week Series is for first-time parents. Each series spans a six-week period. Participants should remember to dress comfortably and bring 2-3 pillows to class.
Classes are held weekly on Tuesday or Thursday evening, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Class size is limited to 12 couples.
Topics include:
Class #1: Labor preparation
Class #2: Relaxation and breathing
Class #3: C-section/epidural delivery
Class #4: Post-delivery care
Class #5: Baby care
Class #6: Infant safety and CPR |
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FEE: $25 per couple
Please remember that pre-registration is required for all classes.
To register, please call HealthFirst at 1-800-648-8141.
The Weekender
This class is a one-day, 8-hour class held on Saturdays. Class size is limited to six couples.
The class is held on two consecutive Saturdays, 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Class size is limited to six couples.
Topics include:
Labor preparation
Relaxation and breathing
C-section/epidural delivery
Post-delivery care
FEE: $25 per couple
Please remember that pre-registration is required for all classes.
Refresher Class
The Refresher Class is for families having their second or third baby. This class offers a review of the birth process, relaxation and breathing techniques. Participants should remember to dress comfortably and bring 2-3 pillows to class.
Class is held on Tuesday evening from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Class size is limited to six couples.
FEE: $10 per couple
Please remember that pre-registration is required for all classes.
Breast Feeding Class
The Breast Feeding Class covers breast feeding techniques, getting started with breast feeding, etc. Class meets on Tuesday evening from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Class size is unlimited.
FEE: $10
Please remember that pre-registration is required for all classes.
Sibling Class
The Sibling Class will introduce the sibling to babies and the hospital. The class meets on Saturday morning, 10 to 11 a.m. in our pediatric playroom (third floor of ETMC Tyler). Class size is limited to 7-8 children.
FEE: $5 per child
Please remember that pre-registration is required for all classes.
Infant Safety and CPR
This class will include information on creating a safe environment for yor baby as well as infant CPR instruction. Class is held Monday evenings from 6:30-8 p.m.
FEE: $5
