Childbirth Education Class

Topics will include:

1. Pre-labor signs & Onset of Labor

2. Coaches are vital! How to be a good coach.

3. Non-interventional labor

a. Productive Labor Positions & Ideas (birthing ball, peanut ball, dancing, etc.)

b. Progressive Relaxation, Mediation, Imagery/Visualization Exercises

c. Breathing exercises

d. Touch (including massage)

e. Other modalities (lighting, tub/shower, hot & cold packs, music, aromatherapy)

4. Pain management options (Analgesics, Epidural)

5. Breakdown of Early Labor, Active Labor, Transition & Pushing with comfort options for each

6. What is Induction?

7. Cesarean Section

8. The Skin to Skin Advantage

9. Postpartum Care

10. Breastfeeding Basic Overview

11. Introduction to Newborns

12. Tour of labor room & postpartum room

One partner/support person encouraged!

Location: Memorial Medical Center Solarium

Host or Publisher Memorial Educational Services