Maternity Classes

Questions?  Call or email Tamra at (805) 542-6659 or [email protected].

Bellies and Babies

A support group for pregnancy and postpartum, the childbirth year!

Every Thursday, 12PM - 1PM
Copeland Health Education Pavillion, Suite 101
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.  

Every Tuesday for four weeks, 6:00PM – 8:30PM

In person

2025 - Tuesdays

• Jan 7-28
• Feb 4-25 
• Mar 4-25
• Apr 1-22
• Apr 29 - May 20
• May 27 - Jun 17
• Jul 8-29 
• Aug 12 - Sep 2
• Sep 9-30
• Oct 7-28
• Nov 11 - Dec 9 (No Nov 25)

2025 - Saturdays

• Apr 12
• Aug 23

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 - 2025

• Mar 13
• Jul 17
• Oct 16 

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 - 2025

• Jan 9 
• Feb 6
• Mar 6
• Apr 3
• May 1
• Jun 5
• Jul 10
• Aug 14
• Sep 4
• Oct 2
• Nov 6
• Dec 4

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 - 2025

• Jan 4 
• Feb 1
• Mar 1
• Apr 5
• May 3
• Jun 14
• Jul 12
• Aug 2
• Sep 6
• Oct 4
• Nov 1
• Dec 6

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 - 2025

• Jan 30
• Feb 27
• Mar 20
• Apr 17
• May 29
• Jun 19
• Jul 24
• Aug 28
• Sep 25
• Oct 30
• Nov 20
• Dec 11

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 Tour

Take a virtual tour of the beautiful Stollmeyer Family Birthing Center at French Hospital Medical Center. For an in-person tour, please call or email our Childbirth Education Coordinator, Tamra Winfield-Pace, RN, at (805) 542-6659 or [email protected].

With the Prepared Childbirth Class Series you will have a tour.