Birthing Classes
The Birth of a FramilyTo meet the needs of your growing family, the Los Olivos Women's Medical Group Childbirth Education Program is designed to help both new and experienced parents prepare for childbirth. With adequate knowledge and preparation, we encourage expectant parents to take an active role towards a healthy and fulfilling pregnancy and childbirth.
Classes are presented by experienced Registered Nurses, certified in childbirth education, who are committed to providing you with the most current pertinent and practical birth information.
Comprehensive Childbirth Preparation Series
These classes are presented in a six-session format in the evenings from 7:00 - 9:00pm and cover the following topics:
physical and emotional changes of pregnancy
overview of labor and delivery
variation of normal birth/cesarean section
updated information on medical interventions and pain relief options
relaxation and breathing techniques/comfort measures
partner support during labor
the "normal" newborn
breastfeeding
postpartum adjustments and expectations
A tour of the Columbia Good Samaritan birthing and mother-baby suites is included.
Class series fee $160 per couple
Childbirth Class Six-week series Dates: Classes held from 7:00 - 9:00 pm unless noted otherwise.
2009 Classes
Tuesdays January 6 - February 10 - One spot available
Wednesdays January 7 - February 11 Class Full
Wednesdays March 4 - April 8 Class Full
Tuesdays March 3 - April 7 Class Full
Thursdays March 5 - April 9 Class Full
Mondays March 16- April 13 6:30 - 9:00 (Class 5 tour only)
Wednesdays April 22 - May 27
Preparing for a Cesarean Section
This one session class is for expectant parents who are scheduled for a planned cesarean delivery, at high risk for cesarean birth, desire a review of, or more detailed information on the C-section process. The course includes an updated and viewer friendly C-Section film. The instructors and participants discuss C-Section preparation, anesthesia, role of the support person, recovery and postpartum adjustments. The class is best taken between 28 and 37 weeks of pregnancy.
Class fee is $55 per couple
C-Section Class Dates
Thursday November 20 6:00 - 8:30
Thursday January 22 6:00 - 8:30
All classes meet in Suite One at Los Olivos
Register early and plan to complete classes about four weeks prior to your due date.