See below for the classes we offer, along with links to sign-up online.
The group will not meet 6/6, 6/13, 7/4 and 8/8.
Thursdays, 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Location:
1750 E Northrop Blvd, Suite 250
Chandler, AZ 85286
The group is offered every Thursday, except the weeks of July 4, Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year.
Please note: Effective May 1, 2024, the Breastfeeding Support Group will no longer offer the option to join virtually. All sessions will be conducted in person at the address listed above.
The group will not meet on 6/12.
For pregnant and new mothers who are experiencing depression and adjustment challenges, the number one complication of childbirth. Learn coping mechanisms and how to ask for help in a safe and nonjudgmental environment.
Support group does not meet the week of July 4th, Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s.
Online only. Meeting Details: Tuesdays, 10 – 11:30 a.m.
Wednesdays, 1 – 2:30 p.m.
1750 E. Northrop Blvd., Suite 250
Chandler, AZ 85286
As part of the tour you will see a Labor and Delivery room, a Postpartum room, the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit and what doors to use when you come in for the "big day". Please note: Tours of our Birth Center are not currently being offered in person, but will resume shortly. However we invite you to take our virtual tour by clicking on the Watch Now button below.
Chandler Fire Department offers free child safety seat inspections.
To schedule an appointment, please call the number below.
You do not need to be a Chandler resident.
Our childbirth classes are for expectant mothers and their coaches. Class topics include the late stages of pregnancy, when to go to the hospital, stages of labor, birth and what to expect the first few days after birth. Pain management options, breathing and relaxation techniques will also be covered. Birthing classes and designed to fit your needs, whether this is your first or third pregnancy.
Childbirth Preparation
A three-week series that meets once per week.
Prenatal Seminar
A series that meets over two consecutive Saturday mornings or weekday evenings.
Express Childbirth Preparation
Meets on a Saturday from 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Comfort Measures for Labor and Birth
This interactive three-hour class is designed to assist moms and partners in achieving their goal for labor and birth, whether un-medicated or not, through a wide variety of comfort techniques. Class focuses on topics, such as, breathing, relaxation, and positioning to manage the challenges of labor. Completion of a birthing class, or a previous personal labor and/or birth, is a prerequisite for this class.
The Art of Breastfeeding
Expectant mothers and their coaches will learn about the advantages of breastfeeding in this three-hour course. Topics include how breastfeeding works, baby’s feeding cues, initiating breastfeeding, milk production and some common breastfeeding challenges.
Pumping Basics
This interactive two-hour class is designed to guide mom and her partner in the use of their breast pump, how and when to pump, returning to work, and the logistics surrounding that process. Completion of a Breastfeeding class or a previous personal breastfeeding experience, is a prerequisite. This class may be taken before or after the birth of your baby. Moms may bring their infant and a support person.
Baby Your Baby
In this interactive newborn care class, parents will learn tips and techniques for feeding, burping, bathing, swaddling and caring for their newborn. Important topics such as baby care basics, SIDS, and when to call the pediatrician are also covered in this three-hour course.
"Their song will be sung, but we must do the singing"
Chandler Regional and Mercy Gilbert Medical Centers invite you to be part of a perinatal bereavement support group.
Meetings are held the third Monday of each month for any individual/couples who are in need of support following the loss of a baby of any gestational age.
Please Join Us!
Medical Office Building on the campus of Mercy Gilbert Medical Center
3420 South Mercy Road, Gilbert
3rd floor, McAuley Room A and B
6:00-7:30pm
While pregnant we are often taught to think of and care for the expecting baby, but too often we forget to care for ourselves. Join our therapy group designed to assist mothers and mothers-to-be needing mental and emotional support during pregnancy and postpartum.
Brought to you by the Women’s Heart Health Program of Dignity Health
Meeting Details: Every Tuesday, 12:00 -12:45 p.m.
Complimentary Zoom class with Lindsey Robertson, CCCE, CPFE
Learning stress management and body awareness is beneficial. If you are a woman with or at risk for heart disease, join us. In this course, you will participate in 45-minute sessions weekly, exploring the practices of chair yoga, yoga nidra, meditation and pranayama.
Learn about the scientific benefits of yoga:
Join other moms for our fun, prenatal or postpartum exercise classes taught by a nationally certified*, Pregnancy Fitness Educator.
* Generally postpartum moms return to exercise 6 weeks after delivery, once they have been cleared by a healthcare provider.
Classes are designed to:
In person location: 1750 N. Northrop Blvd. Ste 250, Chandler AZ 85286
Zoom sessions: Thursday’s, 10 – 10:45 a.m.
