Prenatal Classes

Congratulations on the upcoming birth of your new child.

Sutter Delta offers a comprehensive set of classes for expectant parents and their families. Pre-registration is required for all classes. All classes will meet in the Community Education Room with the exception of the Little Helpers' Class which takes place in the Women's Health Center. To register or receive information on the classes offered, please call (925) 779-2955 or e-mail our Prenatal Class Registration Coordinator.

Our class offerings include the following:

• Ready, Set, Deliver
• Mommy and Me
• Childbirth Boot Camp
• Maternity Tours
• Prenatal Breastfeeding
• Lactation Consultation
• Infant CPR Anytime
• Little Helpers'

Ready, Set, Deliver

Ready, Set, Deliver is a four-class series held on four consecutive weeks, and covers the following information:
CLASS 1

• Understanding Pregnancy: Third trimester overview, anatomy / discomforts, nutrition, general warning signs, signs of preterm labor, hazards to avoid, and more
• Understanding Labor: Birth is normal, pain theories, 4 "P"s of labor, onset of labor

CLASS 2

• Understanding Labor Continued: Stages of labor using 3D animation, emotions, skin-to-skin contact, natural coping techniques, effective partner support

CLASS 3

• Understanding Medical Procedures: Birth plans, decision-making, induction, fetal monitoring, IVs, pain medication, augmentation, second stage interventions (pushing), non-medical alternatives and more
• Understanding Cesarean Birth: Reasons for cesareans, risks, anesthesia, 3D animation of the surgery, recovery, reducing the risk for cesarean birth, family-centered birth tips

CLASS 4

• Same content as the Mommy and Me class below

2012 Class Dates (4 class series):
February 1, 8, 22 and 29
March 8, 15, 22 and 29
May 9, 16, 23 and 30
June 7, 14, 21 and 28
August 2, 9, 16 and 23
September 6, 13, 20 and 27
November 1, 8, 15 and 29

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Mommy and Me

The Mommy and Me class includes:

• Understanding Newborns: Newborn hospital procedures with an emphasis on skin-to-skin contact, first feeding, newborn appearance, newborn’s world, senses, behaviors, safety issues and more
• Understanding Postpartum: Physician recovery (involution, lochia, perineum care warning signs), home recovery (baby blues, postpartum depression, healthy habits), feeding your baby (hunger signs, feeding frequency, getting support)

Classes include PowerPoint Presentations and Videos, as well as interactive information relevant for all expectant parents, presented in a fun and comfortable environment.

"See What You Read: Understanding Birth" is given out during the first night of class. This one-of-a-kind booklet comes with free access to SeeWhatYouRead.com , an award-winning, commercial-free website. There are dozens of online video clips (including several complete birth stories) and printable labor-preparation worksheets available for parents to view at home.

2012 Class Dates:
February 29
March 29
May 30
June 28
August 23
September 27
November 29

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Childbirth Boot Camp

Childbirth Boot Camp is an express class offered to parents who are unable to attend a regular 3-4 week class. The class is held on designated weekends, and includes all the information offered in the Ready, Set Deliver Class. A light breakfast will also be provided for those attending the weekend sessions.

2012 Class Dates (2-day weekend class):
January 14 – 15
April 21 – 22
July 14 – 15
October 20 – 21

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Maternity Tours

Maternity Tours are held the first and third Monday of each month at 1:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. Call 925-779-2955 or e-mail our Maternity Tour Coordinator. for further information.

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Prenatal Breastfeeding

The Prenatal Breastfeeding class includes:

• How breastfeeding works
• How to establish a good milk supply
• How to get your baby to latch
• How to know if your baby is getting enough milk
• Positions for breastfeeding
• When and where to get help should you need it

The class consists of:

• PowerPoint presentation, interactive skills with practice, videos, discussion and Q & A

2012 Class Dates:
January 25
March 21
May 31
July 11
September 26
December 5

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Lactation Consultation

One-on-one lactation sessions are available by appointment. Private sessions with a Lactation Consultant to discuss any concerns, fear or difficulties with breastfeeding. For further information please call 925-779-7200 Ext 4206.

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Infant CPR Anytime

The Infant CPR Anytime Class is a hands-on instruction course that will provide the learner with Basic Life Support (BLS) techniques including infant CPR and infant choking for children less than a year old. Please Note: This is not a certification class. For further information please call 925-779-7200 Ext 4206.
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Little Helpers'

The Little Helpers’ class is designed to help siblings feel comfortable with the new addition that will be joining their family. The class is approximately 45-60 minutes and is geared towards siblings who range from ages 3-8 years. Siblings 9 years and older are always welcome to attend as well.

The siblings will practice changing a diaper, swaddling a baby, and holding the baby by using a doll representing their new baby. The sibling(s) will watch an informative child friendly video about babies, feelings, and so much more. During the video they are served juice and crackers. They will be sent home with a coloring book reinforcing what they have learned.

At the end of the class all the children will be able to take a quick tour of the floor. They will be able to look in the rooms, say "hi" to the nurses and become familiar with the area where Mommy will be with the baby.

For further information please call 925-779-2955.

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