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Includes the following classes: 1. Weekend Childbirth Education – Just Labor and Birth Friday 8/16/24 from 6:00 - 9:00 pm and Saturday 8/17/24 from 10:00 - 3:30 pm. Designed for expectant parents with tight schedules. This two-session series of classes includes all the vital components to prepare you for labor and birth. 2. Breastfeeding for...

Class meets Friday 8/16/24 from 6:00 - 9:00 pm and Saturday 8/17/24 from 10:00 am - 3:30 pm Designed for expectant parents with tight schedules. This two-session series of classes includes all the vital components to prepare you for labor and birth. *Class Fee is per couple: 1 ticket = 1 couple *Class does not...

This is a two week series: Mondays August 19 & 26 from 6:00 - 8:30 pm For expectant parents who wish that babies came with an owner’s manual, this class covers diapering, bathing, crying, safety and many other details of newborn care plus postpartum self-care and adjustment to make a smoother transition to parenthood. Hands...

This class gives expectant grandparents the opportunity to learn how to best support the new family. Talk with other grandparents about your expectations, joys and concerns. Learn what has changed and why in regards to birthing practices, baby care, infant feeding and safety. Refresh your baby care skills with some hands on learning too! The...

This class gives expectant grandparents the opportunity to learn how to best support the new family. Talk with other grandparents about your expectations, joys and concerns. Learn what has changed and why in regards to birthing practices, baby care, infant feeding and safety. Refresh your baby care skills with some hands on learning too! The...

This class explains the advantages of nursing, breastfeeding techniques and positions, breast milk expression and storage, ways to prevent common problems, handling the first few weeks at home and more. Fathers and support persons are encouraged to attend. Taught by our Certified Lactation Consultants. Breastfeeding book provided with class. *Class Fee is per couple: 1...

THIS CLASS IS NOW FULL. PLEASE SEEK ALTERNATIVE CLASSES: MONDAYS SEPTEMBER 9 & 16 OR WEDNESDAYS OCTOBER 9 & 16 AND/OR EMAIL ecrayton@echn.org TO PLACE YOUR NAME ON THE WAITING LIST. This is a two week series: Wednesdays 9/4/24 & 9/11/24 from 6:00 - 8:30 pm For expectant parents who wish that babies came with...

This class has been canceled. This class runs from Saturday, September 7 - November 9 (so session on 10/12) The Bradley Method® teaches natural childbirth and views birth as a natural process. The focus and belief is that most women with proper education, preparation, and the help of a loving and supportive coach can be...

Class runs every Tuesday from September 10 - October 15 This Class covers all the essentials for preparing for the labor and birth of your baby in six weeks. Topics include: stages of labor, relaxation and breathing techniques, comfort measures, positioning for labor, partner's role, analgesia, anesthesia, cesarean birth, postpartum adjustment, breastfeeding, newborn care, Advanced...

This Class has been cancelled. Please see next virtual option on Wednesday, October 23. We are sorry for any inconvenience. This class gives expectant grandparents the opportunity to learn how to best support the new family. Talk with other grandparents about your expectations, joys and concerns. Learn what has changed and why in regards to...

This Class has been cancelled. Please see next virtual option on Wednesday, October 23. We are sorry for any inconvenience. This class gives expectant grandparents the opportunity to learn how to best support the new family. Talk with other grandparents about your expectations, joys and concerns. Learn what has changed and why in regards to...

It's finally back! A one hour program for children ages 2 - 10 whose parents are expecting another baby. This class helps older children understand their roles as big brothers and big sisters and gets them familiar with The Family Birthing Center. Parents are welcome/encouraged to attend with their little ones free of charge. **Fee...