Programs & Services

Prepared Childbirth Education

Trinity Health System's Childbirth Preparation Classes can help prepare mothers and families for the new challenges that come with the birth of a child. Our professional staff of nurses can help parents, grandparents, and siblings prepare for an upcoming birth event, and can offer insightful advice and information on how to care for a newborn.

All classes are held at Trinity Medical Center West.

Prepared Childbirth Class

Who:	All expectant couples
What:	Our program guides and supports parents during pregnancy, labor, delivery, and parenthood. We'll discuss issues relating to upcoming labor, delivery, anesthesia, prenatal testing, infant care, and safety. This course includes preparing parents for labor and birth through the use of relaxation and breathing techniques. Parents will also be given a tour of and orientation to Trinity's Family Birth Center.
When:	Prepared Childbirth is offered one day each month throughout the year. We recommend attendance in the seventh (7th) month of pregnancy. Please call for the schedule of classes.

Who:	This class is open to the public.
What:	This class focuses on CPR for infants and children up to eight years of age. Certified instructors teach this class by following the guidelines of the American Heart Association.
When:	Infant / Child CPR is a one session class which lasts about two hours. Please call for the schedule of classes.

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