Childbirth Classes
2009 Family Birth Center Class Schedule
All Providence St. Mary childbirth classes are free. Register by calling 509-525-3320, ext. 5904. All classes meet in the Providence Room or the Providence St. Mary Family Birth Center Quiet Room.
Family Birth Center welcome visit
Parents can get an individual tour of the birth center, develop a plan, and fill out some of the necessary paperwork before entering the hospital as a patient. Learn details on what to expect in the hospital for you and your baby. Call 509-525-3320, ext. 5904 for an appointment.
Prepared Childbirth Class
This six-week course is designed for moms and dads during their 28th to 30th week of pregnancy. It will cover numerous topics including physical changes during pregnancy, comfort measures, exercises, anatomy and physiology of labor and birth, pain management, newborn care, breastfeeding and what to expect after the delivery. It is from 7 to 9 p.m. in the Providence Room. A tour is included with the class.
Thursdays: Jan. 8, 15, 22, 29; Feb. 5, 12
Wednesdays: Jan. 14, 21, 28; Feb. 4, 11, 18
Thursdays: Feb. 19, 26; March 5, 12, 19, 26
Wednesdays: March 4, 11, 18, 25; April 8, 15
(No classes during Spring Break)
Thursdays: April 9, 16, 23, 30; May 7, 14
Wednesdays: May 6, 13, 20, 27; June 3, 10
Thursdays: May 28; June 4, 11, 18, 25; July 2
Wednesdays: July 8, 15, 22, 29; Aug. 5, 12
Thursdays: July 16, 23, 30; Aug. 6, 13, 20
Wednesdays: Sept. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; Oct. 7
Thursdays: Sept. 3, 10, 17, 24; Oct. 1, 8
Wednesdays: Oct. 28; Nov. 4, 11, 18; Dec.2, 9
(No classes over Thanksgiving week)
Thursdays: Oct. 22, 29; Nov. 5, 12, 19; Dec. 3
Classes Prenatales (Spanish Classes)
Se reunen una vez por semana por siete semanas. Se cubren los topicos: El embarazo y las etapas del parto. Una gira del centro de nacimiento, y otros topicos. Peliculas y ejercicios estan incluidos. Las clases son de 7:00p.m a 9:00p.m. y corren por siete semanas comensando en:
Enero 14
Febrero 11
Mayo 6
Julio 8
Agosto 5
Octubre 7
Clases para hermanos, llame para cita. Llame al hospital
Providence Santa Maria para mas informacion. 509-525-3320, ext. 2380.
Breastfeeding Class
Taught by a registered nurse certified in lactation, this class addresses the art and benefits of breastfeeding. Topics include how to tell if your baby is getting enough milk and preventing common breastfeeding problems. It is included as the fourth class in the Prepared Childbirth series, and is from 7 to 9 p.m.
Jan. 29
Feb. 4
March 12
March 25
April 30
May 27
June 18
July 29
Aug. 6
Sept. 23
Sept. 24
Nov. 12
Nov. 18
Newborn Care Class
This class is part of the six-week series and a perfect refresher for experienced parents, grandparents and others who want to know more about taking care of a newborn. Topics covered include: bathing, diapering, feeding your baby, normal newborn characteristics, infant safety, nursing equipment, and when to call your pediatrician. It will meet from 7 to 9 p.m. in the Providence Room.
Feb. 5
Feb 11
March 19
April 8
May 7
June 3
June 25
Aug. 5
Aug. 13
Sept. 30
Oct.1
Nov. 19
Dec. 2
Refresher Childbirth Education
A perfect class for experienced parents who just need a refresher course. This class meets one Tuesday a month from 7 to 9 p.m. in the Family Birth Center Quiet Room.
Thursdays Jan. 8 & 15 Thursdays May 28 & June 4
Wednesdays Jan. 14 & 21 Wednesdays July 8 & 15
Thursdays Feb. 19 & 26 Thursdays July 16 & 23
Wednesdays March 4 & 11 Wednesdays Sept. 2 & 9
Thursdays April 9 & 16 Thursdays Sept. 3 & 10
Wednesdays May 6 & 13 Wednesdays Oct. 28 & Nov. 4
Thursdays Oct. 22 & 29
Childbirth Education Express
This class is designed for busy mothers and labor partners who want to learn and practice labor techniques, but who may not have time to take a series of classes. Some homework is required. Those who sign up will receive a pre-class packet to study together before attending class. Classes will be held from 12 to 4 p.m. in the Providence Room. A light lunch will be served.
Feb.21
May 17
Aug.15
Nov. 15
Childbirth Education to Go
Childbirth Education to Go is a great option for people who cannot fit conventional classes into their schedules, as well as for mothers who must stay home on bed rest because of pregnancy complications. Call 509-525-3320, ext. 5904.
Nursing Mothers with Busy Schedules
This one session class is designed for the mom with a busy schedule, whether she is returning to work or busy at home. It offers practical tips on choosing a breast pump, establishing a milk supply and managing a pump routine. It can be taken before or after the birth of your baby. The class meets on the following Wednesdays from 7 to 9 p.m. in the Family Birth Center Quiet Room.
Jan. 7 April 22 June 24 Oct. 21
I Was Here First – Sibling Class
This one-hour class is recommended for children ages 3 and older, with their parents. It covers becoming a big brother or sister and how to adapt to a new baby at home. The class is held from 2:00pm to 3:00pm in the Family Waiting Room.
Jan. 11
March 15
May 2
July 19
Sept. 13
Nov. 21
Mother /Baby Support Group
Would you like to get together with other mothers and their babies? This group meets in the Family Waiting Room near the Birth Center every Monday from 12 to 2 p.m., except holidays. Registration is not required. A nurse attends, and there is a scale available to check your baby’s weight. A light lunch is served.
Meeting Room Locations
Providence Room
The new Providence St. Mary Medical Center Providence Room opened in 2007, and is part of the new Outpatient Procedure Center addition. Enter through the 7th Avenue door, beneath the drive-through. Go down the steps. The Providence Room is down the short hallway to the right.
You also may go in the main Providence St. Mary entrance, take the elevator down to Level I, then follow signs to the cafeteria. Continue past the cafeteria. The Providence Room will be down the short hallway to your left.
Family Waiting Room at the Birth Center
Take elevator to Level III, turn left, then directly left again. The Family Waiting Room is the first door on the right, just before the double doors leading into the Family Birth Center.