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CHILDBIRTH EDUCATION CLASSES
The Birth Center at Saint Joseph's Hospital offers several different opportunities for Childbirth Education. Attending prenatal classes prior to your delivery is the first step toward preparing for your hospitalization and birth experience, caring for your child and responsible parenting. Since some of the classes are limited in size, please register for your class well before your scheduled due date.
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To register for any of the classes offered by Saint Joseph's Hospital, please leave your message on the Childbirth Education phone mail at 715-387-7011 and our scheduling coordinator will register you for your class and/or return your call should you have questions. |
Childbirth Education Classes |
With everyone's busy schedule, we are now offering Childbirth Education Classes as an "All in One" class on a weekend or weeknight. Topics included in the class are:
Welcome to the Birth Center; Preparing for your Birth Experience.
We will discuss policies for the Birth Center and unit routines and services. A virtual tour of the Birth Center is also included.
What to Expect during Labor and Delivery.
An overview of the labor and delivery process, including a video of the birth process. Pain management and breathing and relaxation techniques are discussed.
Beginning Newborn Care and Parenting Preparation.
Discusses newborn care in the hospital and those first few weeks at home. We will also cover safety issues related to your home, your car and your newborn.
Please see the schedule below to see what dates are available. All classes are held in the Conference Center. A light lunch is provided.
Pre-registration is required. Please call 715-387-7011 to register. There is a $15.00 registration fee.
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Saturday, January 19, 10 a.m - 3 p.m.
Saturday, February 16, 10 a.m - 3 p.m.
Saturday, March 15, 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Saturday, April 19, 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Saturday, May 17, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
2-part class
*Tuesday, June 17, 6 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
*Thursday, June 19, 6 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Tuesday, July 8, 5 p.m. - 10 p.m.
2-part class
*Tuesday, August 12, 6 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
*Thursday, August 14, 6 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Saturday, September 20, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Saturday, October 18, 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Saturday, November 15, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Saturday December 20, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. |
In this one time class participants will receive practical information and support to enhance their breastfeeding experience. Some of the topics covered are advantages of breastfeeding, positioning techniques, recognizing and solving problems and a brief discussion of pumps, pumping and returning to work. Support of your decision to breastfeed is very important so it is encouraged to have your partner or another support person attend this class with you.
Pre-registration and $10.00 are required. Classes are held from 6:30 to 9 p.m. in the Conference Center at Saint Joseph's Hospital.
January 24
February 21
March 20
April 17
May 22
June 26 |
July 24
August 28
September 25
October 23
November 20
December 18 |
| Lamaze Childbirth Education Class |
The goal of Lamaze Childbirth education classes is to promote normal, natural, healthy and fulfilling childbearing experiences for women and their families.
Lamaze education will give women and their partner's knowledge of the birthing process, skills to work with this process and support to give birth with confidence and joy.
Class topics will include birth plan options, physiology of labor and birth, techniques and options for pain relief, comfort measures, signs of labor and the process of labor and delivery.
Classes will meet monthly at Saint Joseph's Hospital and will have two options of class format: series classes will meet 2 hours 1 night a week for 4 weeks, and weekend classes will meet four hours a day once a month on a Saturday and Sunday afternoon.
A certified Lamaze instructor teaches this course. It is offered on the campus of Saint Joseph's Hospital in Classroom G (which is next to the Four Seasons Cafeteria). Registration fee is $45/couple. Each couple needs to bring two pillows and a small blanket with them to class – the class will consist of education plus actual training in Lamaze breathing.
| January 12 and 13 |
1 – 5 p.m. |
Saturday/Sunday |
| January 17, 24, 31, February 7 |
7 – 9 p.m. |
Thursday |
| February 2 and 3 |
1 – 5 p.m. |
Saturday/Sunday |
| March 8 and 9 |
1 – 5 p.m. |
Saturday/Sunday |
| April 2, 9, 16, 23 |
7 – 9 p.m. |
Wednesday |
| April 12 and 13 |
1 – 5 p.m. |
Saturday/Sunday |
| May 3 and 4 |
1 – 5 p.m. |
Saturday/Sunday |
| May 14, 21, 28, June 4 |
7 – 9 p.m. |
Wednesday |
| June 14 and 15 |
1 – 5 p.m. |
Saturday/Sunday |
| July 19 and 20 |
1 – 5 p.m. |
Saturday/Sunday |
| July 21, 28, August 4, 11 |
7 – 9 p.m. |
Monday |
| August 9 and 10 |
1 – 5 p.m. |
Saturday/Sunday |
| September 13 and 14 |
1 – 5 p.m. |
Saturday/Sunday |
| September 18, 25, October 2, 9 |
7 – 9 p.m. |
Thursday |
| October 11 and 12 |
1 – 5 p.m. |
Saturday/Sunday |
| November 8 and 9 |
1 – 5 p.m. |
Saturday/Sunday |
| November 10, 17, 24, December 1 |
7 – 9 p.m. |
Monday |
| December 6 and 7 |
1 – 5 p.m. |
Saturday/Sunday |
Childbirth Refresher/Getting Ready for Our New Baby
Series |
This is a two class series.
Class I is a Lamaze Childbirth Refresher for parents who have already experienced birth but would like a review. Included is an overview of the process of labor and delivery, pain management options and sibling adjustment ideas. Classes will be held on Tuesday evenings, in the hospital Conference Center from 6:15 p.m. - 8:46 p.m.
| Class I : 2008 Class Schedule |
February 18
April 14
June 15 |
August 14
October 6
December 4 |
Class II is a sibling preparation class designed for parents and their children (approximately 2 - 10 years old). Included are a tour of the Birth Center, a video presentation and snacks. Classes will be held on Sunday afternoons, in the hospital Conference Center from 3:15 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
| Class II : 2008 Class Dates |
| 10 - 11:30 a.m. |
6 - 7:30 p.m. |
January 12
March 8
August 9
October 11
December 6 |
May 29
July 6 |
Pre-Registration is required Please call 715-387-7011 to register. You may register for one or both classes. There is a registration fee of $10.00 per class per family. |
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