Women's Health Center Educational Programs
2007 Childbirth Preparation Course Schedule

 


Pre-registration is required for all classes.  Call (401) 348-3365 for further details.

 

 
CHILDBIRTH PREPARATION CLASSES

A Westerly Hospital certified childbirth educator, who is a registered nurse, provides information on labor and birth options and interprets The Women's Health Center's policies and methods of care and teaches breathing/relaxation techniques which are helpful during labor. Preparation for the unexpected Cesarean section is also included. For women in the sixth and seventh month of pregnancy, and their spouse or companion.

FEE: $75.00 per couple 

Monday, Wednesday, Thursday: five (2 hr) classes (6:00 - 8:00 PM)
Childbirth preparation classes are held in The Westerly Hospital's Henry J. Nardone Conference Center, Room B.  Bring pillow and blanket.  
MONDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
 
Feb. 12 thru March 26
(no class 2/26 or 3/5)
Jan. 3 thru Jan. 31
(Jan 17 Class in Boardroom)
February 1 thru March 1
 
June 25 thru July 30
(no class July 2)
March 28 thru April 25
April 19 thru May 31
(no class 4/26 or 5/17)
 
                                                 
August 29 thru September 26
June 14 thru July 12
 
 
November 7 thru December 5
October 4 thru November 1  (10/4, 11, 18 Start at 6:30pm)
 
 

 

 
 

CHILDBIRTH PREPARATION REFRESHER COURSE
Refresher classes are suggested for couples who have completed a prepared childbirth class for a previous pregnancy. The course is taught by a registered nurse, who is a certified childbirth educator.
 
MONDAY
3 class sessions
WEDNESDAY                                      3 class sessions
THURSDAY                3 class sessions
March 12, 19 & 26
January 17*, 24 & 31                        ( * Class in Boardroom )
Feb. 15, 22 & Mar. 1
July 16, 23 & 30
April 11, 18 & 25
May 10, 24 & 31          
 
September 5, 12 & 19
June 28, July 5 & 12
 
November 21, 28 & December 5
Oct. 18, 25 & Nov. 1
REFRESHER FEE: $40.00 per couple
Wednesday, and Thursday:  three (2 hr) classes (6:00 - 8:00 PM)
Refresher classes are held in The Westerly Hospital's Henry J. Nardone Conference Center, Room B.  Bring pillow and blanket.

 

SIBLING PREPARATION AND TOUR
Include "big" sisters and brothers in plans for the arrival of the new baby. Children are invited to tour the Women's Health Center and attend a special class. Visual aids are used to help children develop an understanding of being a big brother or sister.
FEE: $10.00 per child and additional $5.00 each additional child per family. 
Classes are for 3 years old and up.
TUESDAY
4:00 - 5:30 PM
Jan. 30
July 24
March 27
Sept. 25
May  22
November 27
CARING FOR YOUR NEWBORN
Many moms and dads have questions and concerns about caring for their new baby once they return home from the hospital. Knowing what to expect during the early weeks and months of parenthood will help you care for your newborn with confidence. This program is aimed at addressing your concerns and questions about newborn behavior. Newborn classes should be taken in the eighth month of pregnancy or the first few weeks after delivery.                               
FEE: $15.00 per couple.
TUESDAY
6:00 - 9:00 PM
Jan. 9
July  10
March 6
Sept. 4
May 1
Nov. 6
 
 
BREASTFEEDING PRENATALLY (Dads and Partners asked to attend)
This prenatal class, designed to prepare moms for the breastfeeding experience, is recommended for those in the seventh or eighth month of pregnancy. Content includes anatomy and physiology of milk production and the needs of infants and parents. New moms will also learn tips for returning to work while continuing to breastfeed.   
No fee for patients delivering at The Westerly Hospital; All other FEE: $15.00
TUESDAY
6:30 - 8:30 PM
January 16                February 13
July 24     August 14
March 13
April 10
September 11           October 9
May 8                June 12
November 13 December 11
 
 
DAD'S BOOTie CAMP (Just for Dad's) 
Enlist in a night of Basic Training at Dad's Bootie Camp. Come conquer your fears about fatherhood and learn to be a pro at handling and caring for your new baby. This popular and informative three hour hands on class done with a touch of humor is for expecting dads whose partner is in her eighth or ninth month of pregnancy.        
FEE: $20.00.
TUESDAY
6:00 - 9:00 PM
January 23
July 17
March 20
September 18
May 15
November 20
INFANT AND CHILD CPR
Taught by a Certified Basic Life Support Instructor, this program teaches caregivers basic rescue techniques including cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). Hazards leading to foreign body airway obstruction in infants and children will be addressed as well as reminders on how to make an environment safe for small children.  This program is for anyone who wants to learn Infant and Child CPR, but does not need a course completion card. FEE: $20.00 per person. Class minimum of 4 people - maximum of 8 people.
TUESDAY
6:00 - 8:30 PM
January 30
July 31
March 27
September 25
May 22
November 27

 

 

 

 

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