Learn about childbirth and infant care at Peninsula Regional.
Peninsula Regional Medical Center will offer several classes in February and March for people who are becoming parents.
First on the calendar is a breastfeeding class from 9:00 to 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, February 21 in the Hallowell Conference Center at PRMC. Join Peninsula Regional educators to learn the basics of breastfeeding, proper positioning of baby, how to avoid common problems and how to pump and store milk. This class will prepare parents for a great breastfeeding experience. Mothers are encouraged to bring support members with them, as studies show that breastfeeding is more successful when mom has loving, knowledgeable support. Videos will also be shown to help demonstrate the proper techniques for successful nursing. The fee is $30 for mom to be and her coach. Pre-registration is required.
Peninsula Regional Medical Center is offering a four-week Prepared Childbirth course on Tuesdays from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. beginning on March 3, 2015. Meet other expectant parents at this interactive course that includes information about prenatal care, labor and delivery, postpartum care and infant safety. You will tour the medical center and learn what to expect during labor and birth, different breathing techniques, relaxation skills and other helpful comfort measures to use whether you are planning a medicated or non-medicated birth. Classes should be taken during the sixth to eighth month of pregnancy. The fee is $75 for the mom to be and her coach. Pre-registration is required. Participants are asked to bring a blanket and two pillows to each class.
Parents who cannot attend the full course may take an online childbirth class, with a two-hour in-person component that includes a tour of Peninsula Regional’s Labor & Delivery and Mother-Baby units. The next e-learning add-on class will be held on Saturday, February 21 from noon to 2 p.m. and costs $30.
A Newborn Care class will be held from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. on Tuesday, March 24 in the Hallowell Conference Center at PRMC. This class is a must for first-time parents. Peninsula Regional educators will focus on survival skills for the first six weeks home with baby. Topics include diapering, bathing, sleeping, calming a fussy baby and much more. Dad or another support person/coach is encouraged to attend with mom. The class will provide participants an opportunity to obtain some great hands-on experience. There is a $30 participation fee that covers the mom to be and her coach. Pre-registration is required. Please note, if you are attending a four-week prepared childbirth class, this information is also covered in that class.
To sign up for any of these classes, visit the Classes and Events section of the Peninsula Regional Medical Center website and register online.
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