Home > Centers and Services > Women's and Children's Services > You're Pregnant! > Childbirth Education

All of the childbirth education classes are held at Lourdes Hospital. All of our childbirth education classes are led by highly qualified, caring nurses.

Preparing For Birth

To prepare for the birth of your baby we explore the stages of labor, labor options, stress relaxation skills, induction of labor, epidurals, and cesarean birth. Each session includes lecture/discussion, videos, and practice time for stress relaxation skills (breathing & more). A tour of the Women's and Children's Center is included as a part of this class.

The sessions are designed for the mother-to-be and her labor support person (we ask that only one person come with the mother-to-be for class). Bring two (2) pillows and a blanket and wear comfortable clothing.

Fee:  $50

Preparing for Cesarean Birth

This class is designed to prepare you for the cesarean birth of your baby, whether you are a first time parent, have a medical complication, or are choosing a repeat cesarean. We will discuss the various reasons a woman has a cesarean and what will happen, including anesthesia, the operation, and post delivery procedures. This night will also include a tour of the operating room, recovery room, and postpartum rooms. Dads or other support person are encouraged to attend.

Fee:  $25

Breastfeeding: Getting Off to a Good Start

To be breastfed is what your baby expects after birth - learn why. This class will also cover the importance of getting off to a good start, the benefits to mom, baby, and society as a whole, and when and where to get help if needed. Bring a doll to class for holding/positioning practice. Dads-to-be or other support person is encouraged to attend.

Fee:  $10

Baby Care Basics

This interactive class is designed to review the basics of newborn care. Topics include handling, bathing, feeding choices, diapering, and more. Common concerns discussed include: comfort measures, sun/cold exposure, sleeping positions, and more.

Fee:  $10

Big Brother/Big Sister

Designed for children between the ages of 3-10 to help prepare them for the arrival of a new baby into the family. Class will cover baby's development during pregnancy, why baby cries, feeding, toy safety, and more. A tour of the Women's and Children's Center is included as a part of this class. Parents will also learn tips on handling possible jealousy with the older child and how to make the older child feel as if they are not being replaced.

Fee:  $10 per family

Registration for Childbirth Classes is through Women's and Children's services at Lourdes Hospital. Contact Lourdes Hospital at 1-877-9LOURDES, 24 hours a day, if you have any questions about classes or services.  Check our calendar for dates and times of upcoming classes.