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Childbirth Preparation (Six Night)

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.



Upcoming sessions: show on calendar
Start DateSession InformationCost
Monday, March 22Childbirth Preparation (Six Night)
This class is for expectant parents who have not previously taken a childbirth class. This session's classes are March 22, 29 and April 5, 12, 19 and 26, 2010.
$110Registration is closed
Thursday, April 1Childbirth Preparation (Six Night)
This class is for expectant parents who have not previously taken a childbirth class. This session's classes are April 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 and May 6, 2010.
$110Registration is closed
Monday, May 17Childbirth Preparation (Six Night)
This class is for expectant parents who have not previously taken a childbirth class. This session's classes are May 17, 24, 31 and June 7, 14 and 21, 2010.
$110Register
Thursday, May 20Childbirth Preparation (Six Night)
This class is for expectant parents who have not previously taken a childbirth class. This session's classes are May 20, 27 and June 3, 10, 17 and 24, 2010.
$110Register
Tuesday, July 6Childbirth Preparation (Six Night)
This class is for expectant parents who have not previously taken a childbirth class. This session's classes are July 6, 13, 20, 27 and August 3 and 10, 2010.
$110Register
Thursday, July 8Childbirth Preparation (Six Night)
This class is for expectant parents who have not previously taken a childbirth class. This session's classes are July 8, 15, 22, 29 and August 5 and 12, 2010.
$110Register


BabyMoon - A hotel weekend class at Cambria Suites in Maple Grove

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.



Upcoming sessions: show on calendar
Start DateSession InformationCost
Saturday, April 10Baby Moon - A hotel weekend class at Cambria Suites in Maple Grove
This class is for expectant parents who have not previously taken a childbirth class. April 10 & 11, 2010: Saturday, 9a.m. - 5p.m. with dinner on your own. Sunday 9a.m. - 3p.m. Optional hotel room available for $79. Please inquire at Cambria Suites.
$110Registration is closed
Saturday, May 8Baby Moon - A hotel weekend class at Cambria Suites in Maple Grove
This class is for expectant parents who have not previously taken a childbirth class. May 8 & 9: Saturday, 9a.m. - 5p.m. with dinner on your own. Sunday 9a.m. - 3p.m. Optional hotel room available for $79. Please inquire at Cambria Suites.
$110Register
Saturday, June 12Baby Moon - A hotel weekend class at Cambria Suites in Maple Grove
This class is for expectant parents who have not previously taken a childbirth class. June 12 & 13: Saturday, 9a.m. - 5p.m. with dinner on your own. Sunday 9a.m. - 3p.m. Optional hotel room available for $79. Please inquire at Cambria Suites.
$110Register
Saturday, July 10Baby Moon - A hotel weekend class at Cambria Suites in Maple Grove
This class is for expectant parents who have not previously taken a childbirth class. July 10 & 11: Saturday, 9a.m. - 5p.m. with dinner on your own. Sunday 9a.m. - 3p.m. Optional hotel room available for $79. Please inquire at Cambria Suites.
$110Register


Saturday Refresher

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.

 

 



Upcoming sessions: show on calendar
Start DateSession InformationCost
Saturday, March 20Saturday Refresher
This class is for parents that have had at least one childbirth experience. 9:00a.m. - 5:00p.m.
$85Register
Saturday, April 17Saturday Refresher
This class is for parents that have had at least one childbirth experience. 9:00a.m. - 5:00p.m.
$85Register
Saturday, May 15Saturday Refresher
This class is for parents that have had at least one childbirth experience. 9:00a.m. - 5:00p.m.
$85Register
Saturday, June 19Saturday Refresher
This class is for parents that have had at least one childbirth experience. 9:00a.m. - 5:00p.m.
$85Register
Saturday, July 17Saturday Refresher
This class is for parents that have had at least one childbirth experience. 9:00a.m. - 5:00p.m.
$85Register


Breastfeeding Class

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.

 



Upcoming sessions: show on calendar
Start DateSession InformationCost
Tuesday, March 16Breastfeeding Class
This class will help you decide if breastfeeding is the right choice for you and your baby.
$25Registration is closed
Tuesday, April 13Breastfeeding Class
This class will help you decide if breastfeeding is the right choice for you and your baby.
$25Register
Thursday, May 13Breastfeeding Class
This class will help you decide if breastfeeding is the right choice for you and your baby.
$25Register
Monday, June 28Breastfeeding Class
This class will help you decide if breastfeeding is the right choice for you and your baby.
$25Register
Monday, July 12Breastfeeding Class
This class will help you decide if breastfeeding is the right choice for you and your baby.
$25Register


Big Brother Big Sister

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



Upcoming sessions: show on calendar
Start DateSession InformationCost
Thursday, March 18Big Brother Big Sister
In this class children 3 and older will explore their new role through art, storytelling and touring the Family Birth Center. Sometimes we even see a baby! Children must be accompanied by an adult. Time: 7-8 pm Fee: $25 per family
$25Registration is closed
Tuesday, April 20Big Brother Big Sister
In this class children 3 and older will explore their new role through art, storytelling and touring the Family Birth Center. Sometimes we even see a baby! Children must be accompanied by an adult. Time: 7-8 pm Fee: $25 per family
$25Register
Tuesday, May 18Big Brother Big Sister
In this class children 3 and older will explore their new role through art, storytelling and touring the Family Birth Center. Sometimes we even see a baby! Children must be accompanied by an adult. Time: 7-8 pm Fee: $25 per family
$25Register
Tuesday, June 22Big Brother Big Sister
In this class children 3 and older will explore their new role through art, storytelling and touring the Family Birth Center. Sometimes we even see a baby! Children must be accompanied by an adult. Time: 7-8 pm Fee: $25 per family
$25Register
Monday, July 19Big Brother Big Sister
In this class children 3 and older will explore their new role through art, storytelling and touring the Family Birth Center. Sometimes we even see a baby! Children must be accompanied by an adult. Time: 7-8 pm Fee: $25 per family
$25Register