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Jump to 2011/2012 Childbirth Education Schedule

Join our First Steps Childbirth Education program for a thorough education of the childbearing process and care of your newborn. In addition to preparing you for labor, birthing and beyond, the informal classes foster supportive group discussions and budding friendships. Classes are held at 3 Home Health Circle, St. Albans. Click here for brochure with registration form. Most insurances cover childbirth education.

Preparation for Childbirth: Six-week course / Mondays, 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. 
Provides information on labor, birth and care of the newborn to help you with the birthing experience. Includes a tour of the Northwestern Medical Center Family Birthing Center.
Cost for the 6-week course is $105. Optional breastfeeding course is additional $15.

One-Day Birth and Beyond Workshop:  One Saturday course / 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. 
If your schedule does not allow for the evening courses, consider this one-day workshop. 
Covers labor, birth, medications in labor, and relaxation and breathing techniques.
The cost for the one-day course is $90.

Can't find time in your schedule for a regular class? We will come to you. We are now offering private, two-hour courses in your home for one mother and her coach. The focus of this workshop will be support of the laboring woman, with hands-on learning techniques.
Fee for this course is $98. The instructor will contact you to set up a time that is convenient.

Breastfeeding Class: One Monday / 7:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Through this class, you will receive a positive introduction to breastfeeding as well as access
to resources and support for success. Follow-up counseling is available from FCHHA nurses. Offered as an optional class on the Monday following the 6-week childbirth course. 
The cost for the breastfeeding class is $15.  

Refresher Childbirth Class: One evening / 2 hours
Reviews physical and emotional aspects of childbirth, relaxation and breathing techniques.
The cost for the refresher class is $25.

To register, or for more information, please call our Childbirth Education Coordinator at 527-7531.
Ccontact us by e-mail or download and print a registration form by clicking here.
 
Pre-registration and pre-payment are required. Mastercard & Visa credit cards are accepted. Medicaid will cover class fees (excluding the breastfeeding course). 
 
Please register early. Occasionally, a class may need to be rescheduled due to low registration. You will be notified 7 - 10 days prior to the scheduled class date if this is necessary.

2011/2012 Schedule (click here to download a copy to print)

Programs & Services

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