Maternity Classes
IMPORTANT NOTES
All classes are IN-PERSON at the Copeland Health Education Pavilion, 1823 Johnson Ave, Suite 101, San Luis Obispo, CA not on ZOOM.
Please just register one person, we assume you have a plus one, your birth partner.
Classes are only open to those people delivering here at French Family Birthing Center.
Only sign up for one class session - when you sign up for multiple months it throws off our roster.
We offer a number of classes to help women and their partners know what to expect at delivery and how to prepare to care for their newborn. We encourage you to participate in as many classes as you'd like as you prepare to welcome your baby.
Important Notes
- Preregistration is required for all classes.
- Birthing partners are encouraged to attend, but don't need to register.
- All classes are In-Person at the Copeland Health Education Pavilion, 1823 Johnson Ave, Suite 101, San Luis Obispo, CA not on Zoom.
- Please just register one person, we assume you have a plus one, your birth partner.
- Classes are only open to those people delivering here at French Family Birthing Center.
- All classes are free.
Questions? Call or email Tamra at (805) 542-6659 or [email protected].
Bellies and Babies
A community group for pregnancy and postpartum, the childbirth year!
Every Thursday, 12PM - 1PM
Copeland Health Education Pavilion, 3rd Floor Auditorium
1823 Johnson Ave, San Luis Opispo
Join us, Amy Callarman, RN, IBCLC and Tamra Winfield-Pace, RN for one hour of TLC and support! We invite all stages of pregnancy and postpartum, any stages of infancy and all parents.
Topics include:
- Discomforts during the childbirth year
- Nutrition and hydration
- Exercise and wellbeing
- Self care and self love
- Feeding the baby
- Milestones for pregnancy and infancy
No need to register, just come and enjoy! Topics vary. For more information, please call Tamra, (805) 542-6659.
Prepared Childbirth Classes
This series of classes is designed to provide current information, practical tools, and techniques needed to promote a healthy birth experience. Plus, we have a good time! Partners and coaches are encouraged to participate. Please have a pillow and a blanket/yoga mat.
IN PERSON
2026 - Tuesdays
(Every Tuesday for four weeks, 6:00PM – 8:30PM)
- Jan 6 - 27
- Feb 3 - 24
- Mar 3 - 31 (skipping 3/24)
- Apr 7 - 28
- May 5 - 26
- Jun 2 - 23
- Jul 7 - 28
- Aug 4 - 25
- Sep 1 - 22
- Sep 29 - Oct 20
- Oct 27 - Nov 17
- Dec 1 - 15 (only 3 sessions)
2026 - Sundays
(Every Sunday for four weeks, 2:00 PM - 4:30PM)
- Mar 1 - 22
- Jul 12 - Aug 2
Important Notes
- Preregistration is required for all classes.
- Birthing partners are encouraged to attend, but don't need to register.
- All classes are In-Person at the Copeland Health Education Pavilion, 1823 Johnson Ave, Suite 101, San Luis Obispo, CA not on Zoom.
- Please just register one person, we assume you have a plus one, your birth partner.
- Classes are only open to those people delivering here at French Family Birthing Center.
- All classes are free.
Questions? Call or email Tamra at (805) 542-6659 or [email protected].
Natural Childbirth Class
This one-session class will focus on personal determination, coping strategies and comfort techniques for women and families interested in an un-medicated birth. Please have a pillow and a blanket/yoga mat.
Thursdays, 6:00PM – 8:30PM
IN PERSON - 2026
- Mar 12
- Jul 16
- Oct 15
Important Notes
- Preregistration is required for all classes.
- Birthing partners are encouraged to attend, but don't need to register.
- All classes are In-Person at the Copeland Health Education Pavilion, 1823 Johnson Ave, Suite 101, San Luis Obispo, CA not on Zoom.
- Please just register one person, we assume you have a plus one, your birth partner.
- Classes are only open to those people delivering here at French Family Birthing Center.
- All classes are free.
Questions? Call or email Tamra at (805) 542-6659 or [email protected].
Baby Basics Class
Information and tips on newborns and infants; sleeping, bathing, feeding, diapering, swaddling, medications, immunizations, remedies for fussy babies, milestones and more in a fun, relaxed atmosphere.
Thursdays, 6:00PM – 8:30PM
IN PERSON - 2026
- Jan 8
- Feb 5
- Mar 5
- Apr 2
- May 7
- Jun 11
- Jul 9
- Aug 13
- Sep 3
- Oct 1
- Nov 5
- Dec 3
Important Notes
- Preregistration is required for all classes.
- Birthing partners are encouraged to attend, but don't need to register.
- All classes are In-Person at the Copeland Health Education Pavilion, 1823 Johnson Ave, Suite 101, San Luis Obispo, CA not on Zoom.
- Please just register one person, we assume you have a plus one, your birth partner.
- Classes are only open to those people delivering here at French Family Birthing Center.
- All classes are free.
Questions? Call or email Tamra at (805) 542-6659 or [email protected].
Breastfeeding Class
The benefits of breastfeeding, positioning baby for a successful latch and guidelines for knowing that your baby is getting enough breast milk will be discussed. Tips on returning to work and advice regarding pumps and milk storage is included. Partners are also encouraged to attend.
Saturdays, 10:00AM – 12:30PM
IN PERSON - 2026
- Jan 3
- Feb 7
- Mar 7
- The remaining of the year TBD
Important Notes
- Preregistration is required for all classes.
- Birthing partners are encouraged to attend, but don't need to register.
- All classes are In-Person at the Copeland Health Education Pavilion, 1823 Johnson Ave, Suite 101, San Luis Obispo, CA not on Zoom.
- Please just register one person, we assume you have a plus one, your birth partner.
- Classes are only open to those people delivering here at French Family Birthing Center.
- All classes are free.
Questions? Call or email Tamra at (805) 542-6659 or [email protected].
Infant CPR Class
You will learn lifesaving skills for infants from birth to one year of age. This is a non-certifying class but is packed with easy to remember information.
Thursdays, 6:00PM – 7:00PM
IN PERSON - 2026
- Jan 29
- Feb 26
- Mar 19
- Apr 30
- May 28
- Jun 18
- Jul 23
- Aug 27
- Sep 24
- Oct 22
- Nov 19
- Dec 17
Important Notes
- Preregistration is required for all classes.
- Birthing partners are encouraged to attend, but don't need to register.
- All classes are In-Person at the Copeland Health Education Pavilion, 1823 Johnson Ave, Suite 101, San Luis Obispo, CA not on Zoom.
- Please just register one person, we assume you have a plus one, your birth partner.
- Classes are only open to those people delivering here at French Family Birthing Center.
- All classes are free.
Questions? Call or email Tamra at (805) 542-6659 or [email protected].
Family Birthing Center Tours
VIRTUAL
Take a virtual tour of the beautiful Stollmeyer Family Birthing Center at French Hospital Medical Center.
IN-PERSON
- Email [email protected] or call at 805.542.6659 to schedule a tour.
- Tours are done on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
- The tour is included if you are taking the Prepared Childbirth Class.
Pre-scheduled tours on Thursdays at 5pm (no need to register). We meet in the Main Lobby (in the front of the hospital) and the tour will take 30-45 minutes.
2026
- Jan. 22
- Feb 12
- Apr 16
- May 21
- Aug 20
- Sep 17
- Oct 8
- Nov 12
- Dec 10
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