My Phoenix Delivery: Prenatal classes
Posted
Friday, September 12, 2008 5:22 PM
From recognizing the first signs of labor to learning what to do about diaper rash, these prenatal classes will help prepare you for delivery and much more...
Prenatal yoga
Get your daily dose of Zen with this yoga class. Just some of the benefits: Yoga strengthens the uterus and pelvic muscles (your secret weapons during labor) and relieves fatigue, backache, and insomnia. Desert Song Yoga & Massage, DesertSongYoga.com
Body works
Get a prenatal confidence boost by understanding what’s happening to your body and why. You’ll also get the chance to dish on your prenatal discomforts and find out practical solutions for how to deal in a group discussion setting. Bethany Women’s Health Care & Birth Center, bwhcbirthcenter.com
Prepared childbirth series
From what to expect during labor and delivery to newborn care basics, this five-week class has
all your bases covered. You’ll learn body-conditioning moves and relaxation techniques for labor, and your labor coach will get tips for keeping you calm. John C. Lincoln North Mountain Hospital, JCL.com
Private Childbirth Class
This is the class that comes to you! Learn all about birthing basics privately in the comfort of your own home, from the stages of delivery to pain relief options to postpartum and breastfeeding issues. The $150 fee includes all class materials. Helping Nature, HelpingNature.com
Breastfeeding 101
Looking for the 411 on boobs and babies? This class, taught by a certified lactation consultant and “been there, done that” mom of three, has all your breastfeeding basics covered. Learn the benefits of breastfeeding, the secret to breast pumping, and glean milk storage tips. Dads are welcome too! Bonus: After the class is over, stick around to shop for nursing gear and duds at the cute boutique. Mothers’ Milk Boutique, MothersMilkBoutique.com
Newborn care basics
This crash course on the first six weeks of life with baby will have you prepped to feed, burp, diaper, soothe, bathe, and swaddle like a pro. Come back after baby’s born and take advantage of other services, like breastfeeding consultation, play groups, and breast pump inspection. Every Mother & Child, EveryMotherandChild.com
-- Kira Krieger