Online Childbirth Tours & Classes

• 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].

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

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