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Childbirth Prep Class

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Our 6-hour Childbirth Preparation course gives you the knowledge and tools to make informed decisions throughout the birth process. We draw on elements of several childbirth preparation methods to give you a well-rounded perspective, so you can shape personal birth preferences that fit your family’s style and needs.

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What we’ll cover

• When to go to the hospital: how to recognize the signs that it’s time to head in
• Physiology of birth: what your body is doing as labor begins and progresses
• Stages of labor: what happens in each stage and what to expect along the way
• Comfort measures: techniques to help you cope with and ease discomfort
• Partner support: practical ways your support person can help you through labor
• Hospital procedures: what to expect during your hospital stay and common interventions
• Immediate postpartum period: what happens in the first hours and days after birth
• Making informed choices: how to weigh your options and speak up for your preferences

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Who it’s for
Expecting parents and their support person. Registration covers 2 participants.

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When to take it
We recommend taking our prenatal classes between 28 and 36 weeks.

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Important information ‍

• Please review our clinical eligibility guidelines prior to booking.
• Your prenatal visits take place at Millie Clinic, and you’ll deliver your baby with us at Alta Bates Hospital.

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Important information

• Please review our clinical eligibility guidelines prior to booking.
• Your prenatal visits take place at Millie Clinic, and you’ll deliver your baby with us at El Camino Health - Los Gatos Hospital