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Childbirth Education Classes
Childbirth Education Classes in the Women's and Newborn Center
Free Tours of our Women's and Newborn Center
FAST TRACK Prepared Childbirth Series
Inpatient and Outpatient Lactation Program
Prenatal Pilates Exercise Class
Childbirth Education Classes in the Women's and Newborn Center
At Platte Valley Medical Center we believe you are embarking on the most rewarding and challenging experience of all time - childbirth. We know that every birth and every family is unique and we offer a variety of classes designed especially to help prepare you for this experience. We also know that labor and delivery are just a small part of your experience. Pregnancy and parenting have challenges of their own, and we suggest taking one of the comprehensive educational programs listed below to keep you informed and healthy at every step. Choose the selections that best meet your family's needs.
Free Tours of our Women's and Newborn Center
Tours of the Women's and Newborn Center are offered so you and your family will be familiar with your surroundings and at ease during your hospital stay.
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Fast Track Prepared Childbirth Series
This one-dayclass is designed to acquaint the mother-to-be and her coach with the labor and birthing process through interactive discussions and the aid of handouts, posters, videos, and models. Relaxation, breathing and comfort techniques for a natural labor and birth are practiced. Information on pain medication is also reviewed.
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Breastfeeding Basics
The basics of breastfeeding, such as positioning, latching on, nipple care, and breast milk supply, are covered in this class. Taught by a certified lacation specialist, we will discuss how moms can incorporate returning to work while breastfeeding. Partners are welcome and encouraged to attend.
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Inpatient and Outpatient Lactation Program
We provide an Inpatient and Outpatient Lactation program to meet the lactation needs of our moms. For specific questions or to schedule and appointment, please call (303) 498-3518.
This class helps you set realistic expectations for your baby's first months and provides information and hands-on practice on bathing, diapering, cord and circumcision care. This class covers:
Infant brain development
Baby care basics
Crying
Sleep schedules
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If you have questions regarding the Childbirth Education Classes, please call our Women's and Newborn Center at 303-498-3518.
Prenatal Pilates Exercise Class
Exercise is extremely important during pregnancy. In fact, many women who exercise during pregnancy have experienced increased endurance for labor and delivery, have better mood and sleep patterns, and a more rapid postpartum weight loss. Prenatal Pilates at PVMC is taught by licensed physical therapists. During class, you will learn the fundamentals of safe exercise, while building core strength, circulation, proper alignment, and breathing techniques. This eight-week class is for women in their first - third trimester of pregnancy.
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