• Recommended for parents during weeks 28-34 of pregnancy
• Number of classes: 4 (2 hours each)
• Frequency of Offering: 4 week series
• Cost: FREE to patients delivering within the Rochester Regional Health System      

For: Women / families who have not yet attended childbirth classes.

This 4 class series is full of answers to questions that most expectant mothers have. This class covers what to expect with your pregnancy and labor, as well as comfort techniques and pain control possibilities. Attendees will also learn about unexpected outcomes, such as cesarean delivery. A virtual tour is also available to view. 

Please note: Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, this class will be led by our staff virtually via Zoom. All registrants will need to have access to a computer or mobile device in order to participate.

• Recommended for parents during weeks 30-37 of pregnancy
• Number of classes: 1 (2 hours)
• Frequency of Offering: Offered once per month
• Cost: FREE

For: Strongly suggested for families interested in learning more about breastfeeding.

This 2 hour class covers basic information on milk production and how to breastfeed. This class also contains videos on latching, positioning, feeding cues, and lifestyles of breastfeeding families, as well as the working, breastfeeding mother. 

Please note: Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, this class will be led by our staff virtually via Zoom. All registrants will need to have access to a computer or mobile device in order to participate.

• Recommended for parents during weeks 25 – 32 of pregnancy
• 1 45-minute virtual tour
• Frequency of offering: Offered twice a month
• Cost: FREE (registration is required)

For: Expectant mothers and their families.

This 45-minute virtual tour of the Twig Birthing Center includes an eTour of the birthing center, and an in-depth discussion of what to expect during your admission, delivery, hospital stay and discharge.

Please note: Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, all tours will be led by our staff virtually via Zoom. All registrants will need to have access to a computer or mobile device in order to participate.

• Recommended for parents during weeks 28-34 of pregnancy
• Number of classes: 4 (2 hours)
• Frequency of Offering: 4 week series (Wednesday evenings 7pm – 9pm or Saturday mornings 10am-12pm)
• Cost (includes registration for up to 2 people):
  • Full price: $85
  • Employee price: $63.75
  • RRH Women’s Center Patients: FREE

For: Women / families who have not yet attended childbirth classes.

An overview of labor and delivery, Cesarean delivery care, postpartum care, exercise, breathing, relaxation, pain management and birth plans. Includes a virtual tour of the Twig Birthing Center. *As breastfeeding is not covered in this class, it is strongly recommended that attendees of this class also register for our separate Breastfeeding class.*

Please note: Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, this class will be led by our staff virtually via Zoom. All registrants will need to have access to a computer or mobile device in order to participate.

• Recommended for parents during weeks 30-37 of pregnancy
• Number of classes: 1 (2 hours)
• Frequency of Offering: Offered once per month
• Cost (includes registration for up to 2 people):
  • Full price: $40
  • Employee price: $30
  • RRH Women’s Center Patients: FREE

For: Strongly suggested for families interested in learning more about breastfeeding.

Studies have shown that breastfeeding provides babies with the best nutrition. Current education will be provided to help you prepare for a successful experience. A support person is encouraged to attend.

Please note: Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, this class will be led by our staff virtually via Zoom. All registrants will need to have access to a computer or mobile device in order to participate.

The Understanding Birth interactive online course covers essential information on labor and more, and highlights ways partners can help throughout the process. You’ll also get a sense of what labor is really like as you watch several birth stories. You’ll even have an opportunity to create your own birth plan!

Topics

• Pregnancy
• Labor
• Birth Stories
• Comfort Techniques
• Medical Procedures
• Cesarean Birth
• Newborns
• Postpartum 

Cost: $40 per class, $75 for a breastfeeding & prenatal prep bundle

Welcome to Unity Breastfeeding - Virtually Meet Our IBCLC

This free, one hour online Zoom class is a brief introduction to how the breastfeeding journey is supported, along with some facts and tips to empower your infant feeding choice. Our IBCLC will review these concepts, and then open up the chat box for questions. You are also encouraged to email questions ahead of the class to [email protected].

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Understanding Breastfeeding E-Class

Making the decision to breastfeed is one of the best things you can do for your baby! As with any new experience, you probably have lots of questions. Consider the Understanding Breastfeeding eClass your go-to guide for answers. This interactive online course covers the essentials, including clear animation and plenty of video examples. It lets you know when to call for help and includes partner tips throughout. You will also have the opportunity to track feedings with an easy-to-use tracker! 

Topics

• How Breastfeeding Works
• How to Breastfeed
• When to Feed Your Baby
• Getting Enough Milk
• Breast Care
• Breastfeeding Lifestyle 

Cost: $40 per class, $75 for a breastfeeding & prenatal prep bundle

Register Now Purchase a Bundle with the Prenatal Education Class

The Preparing for Birth classes are recommended for parents during weeks 28-34 of pregnancy. These classes feature an overview of labor and delivery, relaxation, pain management, Cesarean delivery care, informed consent, postpartum care, and newborn care. Our infant feeding class is included with this registration.

• Numbers of classes:
  •  2 (2 hours weekly)
  • 1 (4 hour weekend)
• Frequency of offering: 
  • Saturdays once every other month
  • Thursday evening weekly online sessions offered the opposite months of weekend in-person classes
• Cost (includes registration for up to 2 people):
  • Full price: $50
  • Employee price: $45
  • RRH Women's Center patients: FREE
• For: Women and families who have not yet attended childbirth classes

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Our Infant Feeding Classes are recommended for parents during weeks 30-37 of pregnancy, and are strongly suggested for families interested in learning more about infant feeding, including breastfeeding. Breastfeeding, chest feeding, and bottle feeding methods will be discussed in the Infant Nutrition Class, as well as how to maintain milk with latching difficulties, while pumping, and beyond.

• Number of classes: 1 (1.5 hours)
• Frequency of offering: every 6 weeks
• Cost (includes registration for up to 2 people):
  • Full price: $30
  • Employee price: $22.50
  • RRH Women's Center patients: FREE

UMMC is a Baby Friendly Hospital offering the golden hour after birth for bonding, Lactation Consultant assistance while in the hospital, and discharge support. A continuum of care and support provided by trained and board certified Lactation Consultants can address important challenges in infant feeding, establish skills for breastfeeding, and competency and confidence among mothers. 

• Recommended for parents during weeks 25-32 of pregnancy
• One (1) 45-minute virtual tour
• Cost: FREE (registration is required)     

For: Expectant mothers and their families

The 45-minute virtual tour of the UMMC Maternity Unity includes an eTour of the birthing floor and an in-depth discussion of what to expect during your admission, hospital stay and discharge.

Please reach out to UMMC's Healthy Living Department at (585) 344-5331 for any questions or assistance with registration.

Please note: Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, all tours will be lead by our staff virtually via Zoom. All registrants will need to have access to a computer or mobile device in order to participate.

United Memorial Medical Center also offers the LEAD program for all mothers, providing support and guidance on their breastfeeding journey. As part of that program, we offer:

• Adjustment to Motherhood - ATM group (perinatal mood and anxiety disorder peer support group) - 1st Thursday of every month
  • Zoom link
  • Passcode: ATMPMAD
• Our Lactation Questions Hotline at (585) 344-8104. Calls are usually returned within 24-48 hours.
• Free 1:1 outpatient lactation visits and follow-up visits as needed
• Baby Café
  • Every Tuesday, 11:00 am - 12:30 pm
  • Zoom link
  • Passcode: BCDAYTIME