Ready, Set, Baby! In-person Childbirth Prep (Childbirth Class)

This free comprehensive Childbirth Prep class covers everything you and your partner need to know, focusing on physical, mental, and emotional prep. You’ll finish the class feeling confident to make decisions and ready for your baby’s arrival! Facilitated by Healthy Family Partnership.

Lots of interactive content, snacks, and a light lunch will keep the day moving right along! The class is free for Wyoming County residents. Out-of-County residents are also free but will be put on Hold list until August 3rd, and will be contacted if space is available. (An email will be sent with more details)

Register on their website in the link provided with the event listing.

Topics Included:​​
-Stages of labor: Understanding when you're in labor and what to expect during the different stages of labor.
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-Pain management: Exploring both medicated options (like epidurals) and non-medicated techniques such as breathing exercises, prenatal yoga, and music therapy for relaxation.
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-Birthing positions: Learning different positions to help with labor progression and comfort.
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-Support: The Birthing Partner will learn about their role in providing effective support, comfort and advocacy during labor.
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-Medical interventions: Information on common interventions, including C-sections and inductions, and when they might be necessary.
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-Feeding options: Learn about breastfeeding and bottle feeding and decide what option is right for you and your baby. ​
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-Baby care basics: Bathing, diapering, swaddling, car seat safety and more!

Preparing to welcome a new baby into the world is exciting, but it can also feel overwhelming. From understanding the stages of labor to your partner learning how he can support you through delivery, there’s a lot to take in.

That's why comprehensive childbirth and newborn care classes are one of the most valuable steps any expectant parent can take. Healthy Family Partnership can help to prepare you and your partner for the life-changing experience that lies ahead.
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This free class is made possible by the generous donation from Wyoming County Community Health Foundation.