You will receive an invitation in your email to join your class virtually via WebEx. If you have any questions, please email us or call (410)332-9604 for assistance.
Description: This is a 4-week class, held on Monday evenings, 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm. The series starts on the first Monday of the month. Mercy's Childbirth Education Classes provide preparation for informed childbirth with a focus on techniques for relaxation, visualization, and comfort/coping measures. The classes provide a forum for your questions and help to bring your partner into the birthing experience, providing practice with coaching and being your advocate. The series of classes covers:
- Understanding Pregnancy and Childbirth
- Communication and decision-making skills
- Nutrition and exercise
- Breastfeeding Basics
- Physiology of birth
- Hospital procedures and birth choices
- Warning signs of pre-term labor
- Medication and pain relief options
- Breathing and coping techniques
- Complications and unexpected outcomes
- Postpartum and basic newborn care
Also included is a virtual tour of the Labor and Delivery and Mother-Baby facilities at Mercy Medical Center.
Cost: $125.00 per couple (plus $9.02 registration fee).
*Most insurance companies will provide reimbursement for the classes, and some provide prepayment. Please call the customer service number on the back of your insurance card prior to registering for more information.
*Mercy employees will receive a 25% discount for classes.
For questions or more information, contact our Childbirth Education Coordinator:
Pam Westbrook, RNC, BSN: 410-332-9604 or babyclasses@mdmercy.com.
