WORKSHOPS

CHILDBIRTH EDUCATION
& NEWBORN CARE CLASSES

Presented by OB/GYN RNs experienced in Labor and Delivery at Swedish Hospital

The NWWHC Basic Childbirth Education Workshop is a course designed to prepare expectant parents for labor, delivery, and postpartum care. This workshop offers essential building blocks to help navigate childbirth and new parenthood. It's ideal for families seeking a general introduction to the childbirth process at Swedish, including birth preferences, pain management options, basic newborn care, an introduction to breastfeeding, and tips on transitioning to parenthood.

For a more in-depth exploration of specific topics, consider additional classes on subjects like infant CPR, parenting styles, breastfeeding challenges, and preparing for unmedicated deliveries.

TOPICS:

    • Anatomy and physiology of pregnancy and childbirth

    • Stages of labor

    • Signs and symptoms of labor

    • When to go to the hospital

    • False labor vs true labor

    • Natural pain relief techniques

    • Medical pain relief options

    • Positions for labor and delivery

    • Partner support and role

    • Common medical interventions

    • Thinking about birth preferences

    • Communicating with healthcare providers

    • Common complications and warning signs

    • Physical recovery after childbirth (Bleeding, pain management, normal healing patterns, warning signs)

    • Emotional changes and postpartum mood disorders

    • Basic newborn care (feeding, diapering, bathing)

    • Breastfeeding support and resources

    • Adjusting to life with a newborn

    • Bonding with your baby

    • Coping strategies for new parents

    • Importance of self-care and seeking support

    • Ways to prepare before baby

CLASS DETAILS
Small Group Setting: Limited to 4 patients (+1 support person each)
Price: $250.00
Location: Northwest Women’s Healthcare

*Childbirth education classes are not typically covered by insurance
Note: If there are not enough attendees, NWWHC reserves the right to reschedule or refund the class.

QUESTIONS?
Call us: (206) 386-3400 / Email us: ChildbirthEd@nwwomenshealth.com

CANCELATION POLICY: a full refund is available for cancelations made with 24 hours' notice. For cancelations made less than 24 hours in advance, a 50% refund will be provided. Unfortunately, no refund is available for no-shows.