Childbirth Preparation Classes

Our basic childbirth preparation class will explore the labor and delivery experience. We will cover the relaxation, concentration and breathing techniques that will help you through the labor process. The focus of this class is on childbirth rather than care.

Taught by a certified childbirth educator, the childbirth classes cover:

• Physical and emotional changes of pregnancy
• Signs, symptoms and stages of labor
• Effective breathing and relaxation techniques
• Recognition and timing of contractions

Other topics covered during the class include:

• Good nutrition and safe exercises
• Internal and external methods of monitoring the fetus during labor
• Medical interventions your doctor may use, including cesarean section delivery
• Methods of relieving labor pain
• Effective pushing techniques
• Use of massage
• Tips on adjusting to the challenges of caring for an infant

We show films of vaginal and cesarean section deliveries, and tour the labor and delivery unit.

Recommended during the last trimester of pregnancy. Class fee includes childbirth preparation book.

Evening Program
Five, two-hour evening sessions
Cost: $95 Per Couple

Weekend Program
Two, 4 1/2 hour Saturday sessions
Cost: $95 Per Couple

Marathon Saturday
Eight hour class
Cost: $120, includes continent breakfast and lunch

For more information, to obtain the schedule of classes or to register for a class, call Loyola University Health System at (888) LUHS-888.