Classes
Family Education and Resource Center Classes

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Maternity Orientation*
 

Become acquainted with our Women’s Center. You will be introduced to our labor, delivery, recovery rooms and postpartum suites and learn about the many services available.

  • Tours are offered weekly, but you must register in order to participate.
  • Tours in the Spanish language are also available.

Refreshments, vendors, and door prizes... perfect for new parents

English Tour offered every Wednesday Evening 7pm-8:30pm and last Saturday of the month 9am-10:30am. Spanish Tour offered twice a month. Call for details.



Cost: Free

Childbirth Preparation
 

This weeknight series prepares expectant parents for the birth process and parenting skills. Parents will learn; what to expect during childbirth, comfort and breathing techniques, pain management, postpartum issues, parenting and CPR.



Cost: $80 per couple or $100 with Birth Ball

Childbirth Preparation - Weekend Express
 

This fast-paced class is designed for parents who are unable to attend the five-week class series or those needing a refresher course. This weekend version of our regular Childbirth Preparation Class emphasizes the labor and birth process. This class is offered on weekends as a two day session.

Cost: $80 per couple or $100 with Birth Ball

Childbirth Preparation - One Day
 

This 3-hour class is designed for the parent on the go. It prepares the parent with hands-on learning. Parents will learn:

  • Comfort measures in labor
  • Breathing and relaxation techniques
  • Role of the support person
  • Parents will go home with a Childbirth Class on DVD which includes the lecture portion of class.


Cost: $80 per couple or $100 with Birth Ball

Baby Express
 

Designed to help parents get ready for the new baby experience. It includes: car seat safety, breastfeeding basics, baby care, bathing, diapering, and the Happiest Baby. The Happiest Baby new parents how to learn how to calm and soothe a baby. Every parent will go home with a parent kit which includes (The Happiest Baby on the Block DVD and Soothing Sounds CD) a $40 retail value.

Class is offered on Saturdays 9am-4pm with a lunch break or two weeknight classes.



Cost: $40 per couple

Breastfeeding
 

This class is designed for expectant parents who have made a decision to breastfeed and need the knowledge and skills necessary for a successful experience.



Cost: $20 per couple

Boot Camp For Dads
 

A unique workshop designed to help new dads answer questions and concerns before their baby arrives. Boot Camp veterans return with their 2-3 month old babies and show soon-to-be dads the ropes. A strong bond quickly develops between these men and peaks when the “vets” hand their babies to the expectant dads.

This class is offered once a month on a Saturday.



Cost: $20 per person (Includes a continental breakfast)

Cesarean Birth Preparation
 

Cesarean Birth Preparation

This class is designed especially for the family that has been advised to anticipate a cesarean birth. This class prepares families for what to expect for their special delivery.

 

                             




Cost: $20 per couple

Infant/Child CPR*
 

This class provides CPR instruction for parents, grandparents and babysitters of infant and toddlers. Topics include accident prevention techniques, treatment of infant/child choking, and how to handle other emergencies.

 CPR Classes in the Spanish language are also available.

(Includes workbook and CPR completion card) 



Cost: $20 per person

Big Brother/Big Sister
 

Children, three to six years of age, are prepared for their first meeting with their new baby in the hospital and learn to help care for him/her at home.  Designed for one parent to be in attendance.



Cost: $10 for one child, $5 for each additional child

Safe Sitter Baby Sitting Class
 

Our Babsysitting class teaches 11 to 14 year old Boys and Girls safe babysitting techniques. Students get hands on practice in basic lifesaving techniques, child development and age-appropriate activities.

Parents must sign student in and out both days. Please remember to bring a sack lunch on the second day. The first day hours are 9am to 12pm – Second Day Hours 9am-2pm.  Students must be picked up promptly at the end of each class. 

Includes CPR completion card, babysitting kit and workbook

 

 



Cost: $40 per Person

Make Stroller Strides part of your day!
 

Stroller Strides is a stroller fitness program where moms can work out with their babies, offering a way to get in shape, be with the baby, and meet other moms. The classes consist of a Power Walk combined with body sculpting exercises using exercise tubing, the stroller, and the environment. The classes are designed to accommodate all levels of fitness and are held at a park in the community.




Cost: $50 per month

 



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classes with an asterisk* are also offered in Spanish.

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Registration is required for all classes. Please call 909-865-9858 for registration information, class location and schedule. Prices subject to change without notice.


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