Childbirth Education
Classes are offered as either weekend classes or five four evening weekly classes. All classes are held in the Wilson Medical Building lower level education room. A tour of Wilson's Family Birth Center is included during the classes. The cost is $60 for those delivering at the Family Birth Center and includes all materials. For those delivering elsewhere the charge is $70. 2009 Schedule Weekly Childbirth ClassThursdays from 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. - January 8, 15, 22, 29
- March 5, 12, 19, 26
- May 7, 14, 21, 28
- July 2, 9, 16, 23
- September 3, 10, 17, 24
- November 5, 12, 19, December 3
Weekend Childbirth ClassSaturdays from 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. - January 3
- March 7
- May 2
- July 11
- September 5
- November 7
Saturdays and Sundays from 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. - February 7 & 8
- April 4 & 5
- June 6 & 7
- August 1 & 2
- October 3 & 4
- Dec 5 & 6
If you would like more information about any of our childbirth classes, please call (937) 497-BABY (2229). Pre-registration is required for all classes. Refresher Childbirth ClassClasses are offered for those parents who have been through the Childbirth Education classes with a previous pregnancy. The highlights of labor and birth are discussed. Relaxation and coping techniques are addressed. The classes are held in the Wilson Medical Building lower level conference room. There is a $15 fee for the class. Wednesdays from 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. - January 7
- May 6
- September 2
If you would like more information about any of our childbirth classes, please call at (937)497-BABY. Pre-registration is required for all classes. Breastfeeding Success ClassClasses will discuss benefits of breastfeeding, positioning, latch-on and problem solving techniques. The classes will be conducted by a certified lactation counselor at Wilson Memorial Hospital. There is a $15 fee for this class. Mondays from 6:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. - January 5
- February 2
- March 2
- April 6
- May 4
- June 8
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- August 3
- September 14
- October 5
- November 2
- December 7
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If you would like more information about any of our childbirth classes, please call (937) 497-BABY. Pre-registration is required for all classes. Mother's Milk & More - Breastfeeding Support Group
This group meets every Thursday to provide mothers a supportive environment to discuss their breastfeeding experience, ask questions, share ideas and express concerns. Mothers are given the needed support network to continue their breastfeeding journey. There is no fee for the support group. Thursdays from 10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Teenage Childbirth ClassThese classes are designed to meet the special need and address questions of teenage parents. Mothers are encouraged to bring a coach with them to share in the childbirth classroom experience. For further information, contact your high school guidance counselor. Students will be referred to the GRADS(Graduation, Reality And Dual-role Skills) Program through the Upper Valley Joint Vocational School. Classes are held on an "as needed" basis at area high schools. Grandparents ProgramA new grandchild, a little bundle of joy that takes you back to the day your own child was born. How many years ago was that? How has care for infants changed? Our Grandparents Class focuses on how the world of childcare has evolved over the years, including: - New safety guidelines for car seats and cribs
- Current parenting advice on feeding, sleeping, crying and soothing infants
- Age-appropriate toys
- How to be a supportive and involved grandparent
There is a $10 fee per family Tuesdays from 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. If you would like more information, please call (937) 497-BABY. Pre-registration is required for all classes. Sibling ProgramClasses are offered for soon-to-be brothers and sisters.The class is designed for 3-10 year olds. Where babies come from, the changes the baby will bring to the home, and how to help with the new baby are some of the topics discussed. Sibling classes meet at Wilson Memorial Hospital. There is a $5 fee per family Wednesdays from 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. - January 7
- May 6
- September 2
Saturdays from 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. - March 14
- July 18
- November 14
If you would like more information, please call (937) 497-BABY. Pre-registration is required for all classes.
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