Classes & Events
Classes
Matenity and Childbirth
Prepared Childbirth Series
This series of five two-hour classes offers a variety of topics to help prepare expecting mothers for the birthing experience. This class will cover the following topics: anatomy of pregnancy, nutrition, signs of labor, postpartum, medications, medical interventions, cesarean section, breathing and relaxation and newborn care. Attendance is encouraged during the last trimester of pregnancy. Visit our Calendar of Events or call 706-812-2876 to find upcoming dates, times and locations.
Prepared Childbirth
This all-day prepared childbirth class offers a variety of topics to help prepare parents for the birthing experience. The class is designed for expecting mothers and their support person who are unable to attend the five-week childbirth series class. The following topics will be covered: anatomy of pregnancy, nutrition, signs of labor, hospital admission, stages of labor, postpartem, medications, medical interventions, cesarean section, breathing and relaxation and newborn care. Attendance is encouraged during the last trimester of pregnancy. Visit our Calendar of Events or call 706-812-2876 to find upcoming dates, times and locations.
Breastfeeding Basics
This class teaches the basics of breastfeeding and the benefits to mother and baby. Call 706-880-7416 or visit our Calendar of Events to find upcoming dates, times and locations for classes and to register online.
Lamaze Classes
Whether you are a first-time mom or an experienced parent, this class will help simplify the birth process and provide key information you need to know for a safe and healthy birth. Taught by Lamaze International certified-instructors this class covers the stages and phases of labor, what to expect physically and emotionally and the importance of labor support. Comfort measures, breathing techniques, relaxation, and positions will also be addressed in this class. Classes begin fall 2010. Call 706-812-2876 for details.
Newborn Care
In this class, parents-to-be will learn the basics of newborn care including bathing, diapering, nutrition and feeding as well as infant safety. For information or registration, call 706-812-2876.
Infant CPR
This class is great for parents, grandparents, and babysitters and provides hands-on training in infant and child CPR. For information or registration, call 706-812-2876.
Safe Sitter
The Safe-Sitter class teaches 11 to 13 year olds basic childcare skills and how to handle emergencies when caring for young children. Visit our Calendar of Events or call 706-812-2876 to find upcoming dates, times and locatio