Classes

This class is for expectant parents who have not previously taken a childbirth class. This six week class will give you the opportunity to experience:

• Increased retention of information and coping skills for labor.
• Decreased anxiety about pregnancy, labor and birth with six weeks of support from a birth professional.
• Support from other pregnant families.

Bring 2 pillows to practice labor techniques with your partner. You may also bring snacks. Water will be provided. It is recommended that you complete this class by your 34th week.

Topics include:

• Challenges and joys of pregnancy
• Labor process
• Birthing options
• Cesarean birth
• Breathing, relaxation and labor support
• Care of the newborn
• Adjustment to your new role as parents
• Tour of the Family Birth Center at Maple Grove Hospital

Cost: $110

TIME: 7:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.

This class is for expectant parents who have not previously taken a childbirth class. During this class you will also have opportunities to get to know other expectant parents.

Bring 2 pillows to practice labor techniques with your partner. You may also bring snacks. Water will be provided. It is recommended that you complete this class by your 34th week.

Topics include:

• Challenges and joys of pregnancy
• Labor process
• Birthing options
• Cesarean birth
• Breathing, relaxation and labor support
• Care of the newborn
• Adjustment to your new role as parents
• Tour of the Family Birth Center at Maple Grove Hospital

Cost: $110 for the class - hotel is additional and optional

Time: Saturday 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., Sunday 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Classes located at Cambria Suites in Maple Grove.

Saturday Refresher - this class is for parents that have had at least one childbirth experience. It is recommended that you complete this class by your 34th week.

There is a Family Birth Center Tour as part of this class.

Cost: $85

Time: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Most professionals agree that breastfeeding benefits both mother and baby in many ways. Taking this class will help you decide if breastfeeding is the right choice for you and your baby. We will give you tips for success, such as: how to recognize of your baby’s hunger cues, how to know if your baby is nursing well, pumping and storage information for time away from your baby and much more. Both parents are encouraged to attend.

Cost: $25

Time: 7 -9 p.m.

In this class, children three and older will explore their new role through art, storytelling and touring the Family Birth Center. Sometimes we even see a baby!

An adult must attend class with child.

Time: 7-8pm

Fee: $25 per family