Childbirth Preparation

Childbirth Preparation Main Content

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Baptist Health currently offers in-person and online childbirth preparation classes.

In this series you will increase your confidence in the birthing process and postpartum period as you gain a better understanding of what to expect.

Topics Include:

  • Stages and phases of labor
  • Pain management and comfort measures
  • Natural childbirth techniques including breathing and relaxation*
  • Routine procedures and medical interventions
  • Cesarean birth
  • Immediate care after birth
  • Newborn procedures after birth
  • Caring for yourself postpartum
  • Postpartum complications and warning signs
  • Postpartum emotional changes

Childbirth Preparation

  • Open to all (not just Baptist Health patients)
  • Registration is required to reserve your spot
  • For the employee discount or questions call 904.202.2229
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Childbirth Preparation Additional Content Section 1

In-Person Class

This full version class is taught by a Baptist Health nurse with labor and delivery/maternal newborn experience. It consists of one 7-hour Saturday session. You will receive a Your Guide to Labor and Delivery book.

*Please note: Some breathing and relaxation is included in this class but you will not practice on the floor.

Online Class

View these online classes (Labor and Delivery and Post Partum Care) at your leisure within the next 60 days from your computer, tablet or smartphone.

*Please note: This class includes a comprehensive version of natural techniques and breathing for those desiring an unmedicated approach to labor and birth.

Registration is required for these classes. If you do not see a registration confirmation email please check your spam folder. These classes are non-refundable once the link is sent.

Class Refund Policy

To accommodate others who wish to attend in-person classes, refund requests must be submitted at least 72 hours prior to the start of class. Please allow 5 business days for your refund to process. These classes are not recorded, and class presentations will not be made available.

All online classes are non-refundable.