Pregnancy Class Calendar
2019-2020 Childbirth Class Calendar
To register for classes, call the Newborn Care Center (916) 688-2754, Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., closed for lunch (12 to 1 p.m.) and Holidays. Enroll early (by 20 weeks gestation) since classes do fill to capacity. Dates, time and fees are subject to change without notice.
Preparing for Childbirth – No Charge
Few events are more exciting and important than the birth of your baby. Get prepared by learning what to expect before, during, and after delivery. Practice breathing and relaxation techniques to ease labor and delivery and understand your options for managing labor and using a birthing coach for support. Take this class during the last three months of pregnancy. Please dress comfortably and feel free to bring snacks to class. Class includes a hospital tour.
2019
South Sacramento (one session) | Saturday 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
November 23 • December 7, 14, 21
2020
South Sacramento (one session) | Saturday 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
January 4, 18, 25 • February 1, 15, 29 • March 7, 14, 28 • April 4, 18, 25 • May 9, 16, 23 • June 6, 20, 27 • July 11, 18, 25 • August 1, 15, 29 • September 12, 19, 26 • October 10, 17, 24 • November 7, 14, 21 • December 5, 12, 19
Breastfeeding Class – No Charge
Breastfeeding offers many health benefits for you and your baby. You will learn how to position your baby for optimal nursing, how to tell if your baby is getting enough milk, and ways to prevent and overcome common breastfeeding discomforts and challenges. Recommended before delivery.
South Sacramento (one session) | 6:30 to 9 p.m.
2019: November 21 • December 5, 18
2020: January 16, 29 • February 6, 19 • March 5, 9, 18 • April 1, 22 • May 7, 20 • June 3, 18 • July 1, 15, 23 • August 5, 13, 20 • September 10, 14, 23, 23 • October 1, 14, 15 • November 5, 9, 30 • December 9, 17, 28
Elk Grove Big Horn (one session) | 6:30 to 9 p.m.
2019: December 12
2020: January 2, 30 •February 13 • April 16 • June 11 • July 9 • August 27
Newborn Care – No Charge
Wouldn’t it be nice if newborns came with instruction manuals? In this class, we’ll teach you the information and skill you need to feel confident about caring for your newborn. You will get essential information regarding breastfeeding, jaundice, crying, warning signs of serious problems and when to call your physician. Through hands on practice you will gain confidence in your ability to care for your newborn. A must for all new parents.
2019
South Sacramento (one session) | 6:30 to 9 p.m.
November 25 • December 12, 16
Elk Grove Big Horn (one session) | 6:30 to 9 p.m.
December 5
2020
South Sacramento (one session) | 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
January 2, 22 • February 10, 12, 24, 27 • March 11, 25 • April 8, 16, 29 • May 21, 27 • June 4, 11, 22, 24 • July 9, 30 • August 10, 19, 26 • September 16, 24 • October 8, 12, 21, 26 • November 2, 18 • December 3, 16
Elk Grove Big Horn (one session) | 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
January 16 • March 12 • April 2 • May 21 • July 23 • August 13 • September 3 • December 10
Safe From Harm: Infant Safety and Infant CPR – 2019: $54/couple | 2020: $44/couple
Learn critical information that will help you keep your baby safe from harm. Learn how to baby proof your home, the correct position for sleeping, proper use of car seats, and more. Following Safe from Harm, there will be an Infant CPR course offered.
South Sacramento (one session) | 6:30 to 9 p.m.
2019: December 4
2020: January 23 • July 27 • October 28 • November 19 • December 30
Elk Grove (one session) | 6:30 to 9 p.m.
2020: February 27 • April 30 • June 25 • September 17
Meet the Midwives – No Charge
Our midwives work in partnership with women and their families to help prepare them for birth, support them during labor and delivery, and deliver babies. Learn more about the services they provide, get your questions answered, and meet the midwives you may see in the hospital on your big day!
South Sacramento (one session) | 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
January 8 • May 13 • July 8 • September 9 • November 11
Late Pregnancy Class and Hospital Tour – No Charge
This class is designed to help you and your partner get ready for the labor and delivery experience. You’ll learn how to recognize the early signs of labor and when to call Labor and Delivery to talk about coming to the hospital. We’ll discuss what you can expect in the hospital and how to care for yourself after the baby is born. This class includes a tour of the Labor and Delivery area. This class does not take the place of Preparing for Childbirth. Take this class when you are 28 to 34 weeks pregnant. Please bring only one support person. No children.
South Sacramento (one session) | 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
2019: December 2, 11, 19
2020: January 13, 15, 30 • February 5, 13, 26 • March 4, 12, 23 • April 2, 15, 30 • May 6, 14, 25 • June 8, 17, 25 • July 13, 16, 29 • August 6, 12, 24 • September 2, 17, 30 • October 5, 22, 29 • November 4, 16, 23 • December 2, 14, 23
Labor and Delivery Hospital Tour – No Charge
Not your first time having a baby, but haven’t seen our hospital yet? Come and take a tour of our Labor and Delivery and postpartum areas. Take this class when you are 28 to 34 weeks pregnant.
South Sacramento
Call (916) 688-2754 for dates and times
Baby & Me – No Charge
New moms and their babies can make new friends at this weekly support group. Discussion topics include infant behavior, caring for yourself, responding to your infant’s cues, breastfeeding, and more. Group is ongoing, join anytime.
Elk Grove Big Horn | Thursdays (except holidays), 10 a.m. to noon (Drop in).
Beyond Breathing in Natural Childbirth – $35/couple
This class is for the expectant moms & partners who have taken the Prepared Childbirth Class and want to learn more about labor and birth without the use of pain medications. All couples interested in gaining extra practice with coping skills are encouraged to attend regardless of your pain management goals. Couples will gain an in-depth understanding of the causes of pain in childbirth, how to manage and reduce pain, and practice more comfort measures such as positioning, breathing, etc.
South Sacramento (one session) | 6:30 to 9 p.m.
January 9 • February 20 • March 19 • April 23 • June 10 • July 22 • August 27 • October 7 • November 12 • December 10
Pregnafit Class – No Charge
Find out how to stay fit during your pregnancy. Topics include posture and body mechanics, stretching, and aerobic exercise. You can attend any time during your pregnancy. No class fee.
