Childbirth Care Classes
West Suburban Women's Health offers preparation classes for expectant parents to help provide parents with a more realistic, knowledgeable and ultimately more enjoyable experience. We've taught thousands of women to coordinate their minds and bodies during labor and birth and helped spouses and support people understand their important role in ensuring success.
FCEA offers classes in everything from childbirth basics and lactation classes to programs that help families and siblings adjust to the new baby. In addition, our instructors provide labor support services upon request, and are always available to our clients to answer questions by phone, e-mail, or in person.
Often touted as our "most fun" classes, these fun and interactive programs cover the specifics of newborn care, including bathing, temperature-taking, newborn reflexes and behavior, common newborn appearances, diapering, swaddling and soothing, feeding techniques and more.
Childbirth Education Group Classes 2011/2012
Attend 4 childbirth classes for the discounted price of $120.
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Childbirth Basics – 101
When: Saturday, February 4, March 3, April 7, May 12, June 2, July 7, August 4, September 8, October 6, November 3 or December 1
Time: 9am-11:30am
Cost: $45
Suggested Attendance: Late Pregnancy
Discuss what to expect during labor, birth, and
the hospital stay. Also, learn about epidurals and
other medications
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Beyond the Basics - 102
When: Monday, February 13, March 12, April 16, May 21, June 11, July 9, August 13, September 17, October 15, November 12 or December 10
Time: 7-9pm
Cost: $30
Suggested Attendance: Late Pregnancy (We Recommend attending Childbirth Basics – 101 prior to this class)
Focus on labor comfort measures such as breathing & relaxation techniques. Learn therapeutic coping
skills and practice with birthing balls.
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Newborn Care Group Classes
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Baby Care Basics
When: Monday, February 20, April 23, June 18, July 23, August 20, October 1, November 19 or December 17
Time: 7pm-9pm
Cost: $30
Suggested Attendance: Late Pregnancy
Topics Include: Postpartum adjustments, newborn care, ways to reduce the risk of SIDS, and when to call a pediatrician.
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Happiest Baby on the Block
When: Monday, March 19, May 14, July 16, September 24 or November 26
Time: 7pm-9pm
Cost: $45
Suggested Attendance: Late pregnancy
Dr. Harvey Karp is a renowned pediatrician and child development specialist. He created a series of steps to teach parents ways to calm & soothe their babies while decreasing colic and increasing sleep. Come learn the ways of a newborn & how to feel confident in your parenting skills. CD and DVD included in price.
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Breastfeeding Education & Groups
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They Come Hungry!
When: Monday, February 6, March 5, April 9, May 7, June 4, July 2, August 6, September 10, October 8, November 5 or December 3
Time: 7pm-9pm
Cost: $35 (Includes a book)
Suggested Attendance: Late Pregnancy
Learn the How To’s of breastfeeding. Receive practical Information for breastfeeding success. Find out what to
look for to know mother & baby are doing well.
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Breastfeeding/New Moms Support Group
When: Every Monday 11am-12pm
Cost: FREE
Suggested Attendance: Anytime before or after pregnancy
Meet and socialize with other new moms. Get any questions answered in a comfortable, non-threatening environment. Infant weight checks included. Get the support needed for breastfeeding to be successful for both mom and baby.
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