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We to offer a number of Childbirth and Parenting Classes to help women and their partners to know what to expect at delivery and to prepare to care for their newborn child. We encourage you to participate in the classes that meet your needs as you prepare to welcome your newborn.
Important Notes
Please call (805) 542-6659 email [email protected] with any questions.
Preregistration is required for all classes. Please register using one of the buttons below:
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. There are printed materials provided with this class. Please pick up them up in the Main Lobby at French Hospital Medical Center (Mon–Fri 7am – 6pm and Sat & Sun 10am – 4pm) before your class.
Every Tuesday for four weeks, 6:00PM – 8:30PM
Saturday, One All Day Class, 10:00AM – 5:00PM
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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.
6:00PM – 8:30PM
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This one-time class is designed for children ages three to twelve and emphasizes the importance of being a big brother or big sister.
11:00AM – 12:30PM
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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. There are printed materials provided with this class. Please pick up them up in the Main Lobby at French Hospital Medical Center (Mon–Fri 7am – 6pm and Sat & Sun 10am – 4pm) before your class.
6:00PM – 8:30PM
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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.
10:00AM – 12:30PM
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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.
6:00PM – 7:00PM
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All pregnant women and their families are invited to join our fun, supportive, informational pregnancy support group. We welcome any stage of pregnancy. The last 15 minutes are dedicated to questions and concerns regarding Covid-19. We will end with a positive affirmation, breathing and relaxation.
Topics Include:
Thursdays at noon
To join the virtual group, call or email Tamra Winfield-Pace, RN at 805-542-6659 or [email protected].
Looking for a supportive group to understand the emotional highs and lows of motherhood? The Mommy Hour is a weekly group designed for pregnant women and moms who are experiencing the need for additional support. This casual, welcoming group is here for you whether you are looking for resources, emotional support, struggling with perinatal mood and anxiety challenges or simply needing encouragement. Research shows emotional issues are the most common complication of pregnancy. Group facilitators include a Registered Nurse, Lactation Consultant, Childbirth Educator and an MSW.
Wednesdays 10:30 AM -12 PM
To join the virtual group, please contact Wendy Beres at [email protected].
For more information please call (805) 541-2229.
We invite all moms and babies to join our expert team of lactation consultants for the weekly breastfeeding support group at The Baby Hour. We talk about topics related to feeding your baby and early infant parenthood. The Baby Hour is free.
Topics Include:
Mondays 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
To join the virtual group, please contact [email protected].
For more information please call (805) 541-2229.
Take a virtual tour of the beautiful Stollmeyer Family Birthing Center at French Hospital Medical Center. For more information or questions, please call or email our Childbirth Education Coordinator, Tamra Winfield-Pace, RN, at (805) 542-6659 or [email protected].
