2007 Schedule and List of Classes

Breastfeeding
Take this class in your 7th or early 8th month.
Learn breastfeeding basics such as how to get started, correct positioning and technique, tips for returning to work, and an overview of breast pumps. Fathers-to-be are encouraged to attend!

2007 Dates: January 31, February 28, March 28, April 25, May 30, June 27, July 25, August 29, September 26, October 24, November 28 and December 12. (Call for additional dates.)
Time: 6:30-9:00pm
Fee: $25 (Plus $5 registration fee if not already paid.) (Breastfeeding book included.)

Sibling Class
Targeted for siblings ages 4-10.
This class is designed to include brothers and sisters in the excitement surrounding the birth of a new sibling. We promote family bonding to help reduce jealous feelings. A tour of the birthing facility is included in this class. A parent must stay with the child.

Please indicate the number of children attending.

2007 Dates: January 14, March 11, May 20, July 8, September 9, and November 11.
Time: 2:00-3:30pm
Fee: $10 per child (Plus $5 registration fee if not already paid.)

Birth and Babies Today
Begin this series during your 6th or 7th month.
This five-week series covers topics including variations of labor and birth, breathing and relaxation, tips for your support person, pain relief and care for the new mom and baby. Recommended for first-time parents. Includes a facility tour.

2007 Start Dates:
MONDAY FIVE WEEK SERIES: January 8, February 12, March 19, April 23, June 4, July 16, August 20, October 1 and November 5.
TUESDAY FIVE WEEK SERIES: August 14, September 18, October 23 (previously on Thursdays)

Time: 6:30-8:30pm
Fees: Class fee: $60 (Plus $5 registration fee if not already paid.)

Infant and Prenatal Partner Massage
Learn and practice massage techniques that alleviate the principal complaints of pregnancy and labor. Participants will also see how to perform infant massage and learn the benefits of massage for a new baby. This class is taught by a certified massage therapists and includes practice time and mommy massage.

2007 Dates: January 13, March 10, May 12, July 14, September 8, and November 10
Time: 1:00-4:00pm
Fee: $30 per couple (Plus $5 registration fee if not already paid.)
Class size: Minimum 4 couples, Maximum 8 couples

Super Saturday Class
Take this in your 7th or early 8th month.
This class combines the information from the Birth and Babies Today series into an all-day Saturday class. A good option as a refresher course or for those moms-to-be who would have difficulty attending five weekly sessions. Includes a tour of the Childbirth Center.
Breathing and relaxation is not included in the Super Saturday Class.
(Not recommended for first-time parents.)

2007 Dates: January 20, February 17, March 17, April 21, May 5, June 16, July 21, August 18, September 15, October 20, November 17 and December 8. (Call for additional dates.)
Time: 9:00am-5:00pm
Fees: Class fee: $60 (Plus $5 registration fee if not already paid.)

Grandparent Class
This class informs expectant grandparents of the latest trends in obstetric care, infant care and safety.

2007 Dates: February 7, May 9, August 8 and November 7
Time: 6:30-8:30pm
Fee: $10 per person/$15 per couple (Plus $5 registration fee if not already paid.)