Birth Center - Classes
Early Pregnancy Class
Birth is an experience that touches all people's lives. When it is you experiencing this miracle of life, giving birth takes on new meaning. Suddenly you have feelings and concerns about pregnancy and birth.
This session will give you information about the development of your baby and things that can make your pregnancy easier and more fulfilling. A tour of the BirthCenter will be included.
BirthCenter Tours
Genesis Medical Center invites you to visit our BirthCenter and meet the nursing professionals who will be assisting you throughout your birth experience. You will tour the labor and birth areas, nursery and mother's rooms. We encourage you to ask questions and discuss your preferences for your birth experience.
Childbirth Preparation Classes
Childbirth Preparation class is designed to prepare the expectant couple to approach the childbirth experience with factual information, positive attitudes and techniques to assist them through labor and birth. Open communication between couples, physicians and other health care professionals is encouraged. Classes cover the labor and birth process, birth options, breathing skills, relaxation methods, comfort measures, and cesarean birth. Classes are available at a variety of times to work with your busy schedule.
Refresher Childbirth Preparation Classes
This refresher Childbirth Preparation class is especially designed for expectant parents who have previously taken a Childbirth Preparation class. Parents will review the process of labor and birth as well as practice the breathing and relaxation techniques. Preparing the sibling(s) for the new baby will also be discussed.
Breastfeeding Basics
If you're an expectant parent or a new parent wanting more information on breastfeeding, this class is designed especially for you. Breastfeeding is a healthy and increasingly popular way to feed a baby, yet it isn't always a trouble-free process. Research has shown parents who attend breastfeeding classes have a more realistic understanding of the nursing relationship and a higher success rate. Husbands or support persons are encouraged to attend with the expectant or new mother.
Baby Basics
This two-week series is designed for the new parent, but also serves as a refresher for the experienced parent. Parents adopting a child or grandparents wishing to refresh their baby care skills may also attend these sessions.
Grandparenting Update: Linking the Generations
Has childbirth seemed to have changed since you had your children? If the answer is yes, you're not alone. Often, expectant grandparents feel this way. It is sometimes hard to understand modern attitudes and medical technology. Some things have changed, but one thing remains the same - your children still need your love and support during pregnancy.
Learn how you can be more supportive during this special time.
For more information, or if you wish to register for a class please call Genesis On Call at 563-421-200 or 1-800-383-2575 or click here to view class schedules!