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Calendar of Childbirth Education, Prenatal and Postpartum Classes, Parenting Workshops, and Sales Events for Pregnant Women and New Parents in the Greater Cleveland Area

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Sun - Nov 01
1:00 PM
  Maternity Center Tours at Hillcrest Hospital
Hillcrest Hospital
(FREE) Adult tours of the Maternity Center. Held Saturdays from 12 p.m to 1 p.m., the first and third Sunday of each month from 1 to 2 p.m., and the first Wednesday of each month from 11:15 a.m. to 12:15p.m., holidays excluded. CONTACT: Cleveland Clinic Obstetrics
Sun - Nov 01
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
  Bradley Natural Childbirth Method - 12 wks
Beachwood Family Medical and Surgery Center
($160/couple) This 12 week class is an alternative to the five-week Childbirth Preparation/Lamaze class and is taught by a Bradley Certified Instructor. Participants will learn natural abdominal breathing, supportive coaching techniques, nutrition and exercise, physical stages of labor and emotional response,  post partum prep, and more. Information is provided for couples who anticipate an unmedicated birth experience. CONTACT: Cleveland Clinic Obstetrics
Mon - Nov 02
  Mom & Baby Too
MacDonald Women's Hospital
(FREE) Make a new friend! Exchange parenting ideas and survival tips. An informal discussion group with guest speakers covering topics of special interest to new parents.

CONTACT:
University Hospitals
MacDonald's Women's Hospital Appointments & OB/GYN Services 
(216) 844-3941
MacDonald's Women's Hospital Childbirth Services (216) 595-5355
Rainbow Babies and Children's Hospital  (216) 844-7700
www.uhhospitals.org
Mon - Nov 02
6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
  Breastfeeding Basics
South Euclid
A must-have course for mothers planning to breastfeed. Class covers techniques, postnatal nutrition, the dad's role and how to maintain breastfeeding for the first year of your child's life. CONTACT: Senders Pediatrics
Mon - Nov 02
7:00 PM - 9:15 PM
  Childbirth Preparation/Lamaze
Hillcrest Hospital
($80/couple) Topics include the process of labor and birth, supportive coaching techniques, postpartum care and emotional needs, comfort measures for labor and birth, cesarean birth, medical interventions and more. Class options include four or five-week series in the evening or a two-day weekday series. CONTACT: Cleveland Clinic Obstetrics
Tue - Nov 03
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
  Bradley Natural Childbirth Method - 12 wks
Beachwood Family Medical and Surgery Center
($160/couple) This 12 week class is an alternative to the five-week Childbirth Preparation/Lamaze class and is taught by a Bradley Certified Instructor. Participants will learn natural abdominal breathing, supportive coaching techniques, nutrition and exercise, physical stages of labor and emotional response,  post partum prep, and more. Information is provided for couples who anticipate an unmedicated birth experience. CONTACT: Cleveland Clinic Obstetrics
Tue - Nov 03
7:00 PM - 9:15 PM
  Childbirth Preparation/Lamaze
Hillcrest Hospital
($80/couple) Topics include the process of labor and birth, supportive coaching techniques, postpartum care and emotional needs, comfort measures for labor and birth, cesarean birth, medical interventions and more. Class options include four or five-week series in the evening or a two-day weekday series. CONTACT: Cleveland Clinic Obstetrics
Wed - Nov 04
  Infant CPR
Hillcrest Hospital
($30 per person) Focus is on infant up to age 1. Learn how to determine if an infant is in distress, safety in and out of the home, techniques for eliminating choking and rescue breathing for respiratory arrest. CONTACT: Cleveland Clinic Obstetrics
Wed - Nov 04
6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
  Fast Track - 2 Days Childbirth Preparation/Lamaze
Hillcrest Hospital
($80/couple)Topics include the process of labor and birth, supportive coaching techniques, postpartum care and emotional needs, comfort measures for labor and birth, cesarean birth, medical interventions and more. CONTACT: Cleveland Clinic Obstetrics
Wed - Nov 04
7:00 PM - 9:15 PM
  Childbirth Preparation/Lamaze
Hillcrest Hospital
($80/couple) Topics include the process of labor and birth, supportive coaching techniques, postpartum care and emotional needs, comfort measures for labor and birth, cesarean birth, medical interventions and more. Class options include four or five-week series in the evening or a two-day weekday series. CONTACT: Cleveland Clinic Obstetrics
Thu - Nov 05
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
  Bradley Natural Childbirth Method - 12 wks
Beachwood Family Medical and Surgery Center
($160/couple) This 12 week class is an alternative to the five-week Childbirth Preparation/Lamaze class and is taught by a Bradley Certified Instructor. Participants will learn natural abdominal breathing, supportive coaching techniques, nutrition and exercise, physical stages of labor and emotional response,  post partum prep, and more. Information is provided for couples who anticipate an unmedicated birth experience. CONTACT: Cleveland Clinic Obstetrics
Fri - Nov 06
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
  Mama/Baby Yoga Class
Beachwood Family Health Center
($10 per class) This class is designed to create a sacred space for Mama and her new baby to breathe together, move together, and just be together. We will be toning and strengthening Mama’s body while supporting and nurturing the bond between Mama and her child, and creating a space for new moms to connect on a deeper level. CONTACT: Cleveland Clinic Obstetrics
Fri - Nov 06
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  Infant Safety in the Car and Home
Hillcrest Hospital
($20/couple) Come and learn helpful tips on choosing and installing an infant car seat and making your home safe for baby. The information will be presented by a local firefighter who is trained as a child passenger safety seat technician. Cleveland Clinic Obstetrics
Sat - Nov 07
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  Childbirth Preparation/Lamaze Weekend Class
Hillcrest Hospital
($80/couple) Topics include the process of labor and birth, supportive coaching techniques, postpartum care and emotional needs, comfort measures for labor and birth, cesarean birth, medical interventions and more. CONTACT: Cleveland Clinic Obstetrics
Sat - Nov 07
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  Baby Basics Class
Hillcrest Hospital
($35/couple) This class will teach parents how to adjust to their baby in the first six weeks after birth, how to soothe a fussy baby, newborn reflexes and abilities, bathing diapering, dressing and feeding baby, establishing flexible day and night routines and the newborn's emotional needs. CONTACT: Cleveland Clinic Obstetrics
Sat - Nov 07
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  Sign Language for Babies
Hillcrest Hospital
($30/couple) Learn how to communicate with your baby before your baby is able to vocalize words. Using sign language has been proven to increase speech and vocabulary, decrease frustration, and strengthen the bond between baby and caregiver. In this one-time class, you will learn basic sign language vocabulary and how to incorporate these signs into your everyday life to communicate sooner and more effectively with your baby. CONTACT: Cleveland Clinic Obstetrics
Sun - Nov 08
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  Childbirth Preparation/Lamaze Weekend Class
Hillcrest Hospital
($80/couple) Topics include the process of labor and birth, supportive coaching techniques, postpartum care and emotional needs, comfort measures for labor and birth, cesarean birth, medical interventions and more. CONTACT: Cleveland Clinic Obstetrics
Sun - Nov 08
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
  Bradley Natural Childbirth Method - 12 wks
Beachwood Family Medical and Surgery Center
($160/couple) This 12 week class is an alternative to the five-week Childbirth Preparation/Lamaze class and is taught by a Bradley Certified Instructor. Participants will learn natural abdominal breathing, supportive coaching techniques, nutrition and exercise, physical stages of labor and emotional response,  post partum prep, and more. Information is provided for couples who anticipate an unmedicated birth experience. CONTACT: Cleveland Clinic Obstetrics
Mon - Nov 09
  Mom & Baby Too
MacDonald Women's Hospital
(FREE) Make a new friend! Exchange parenting ideas and survival tips. An informal discussion group with guest speakers covering topics of special interest to new parents.

CONTACT:
University Hospitals
MacDonald's Women's Hospital Appointments & OB/GYN Services 
(216) 844-3941
MacDonald's Women's Hospital Childbirth Services (216) 595-5355
Rainbow Babies and Children's Hospital  (216) 844-7700
www.uhhospitals.org
Mon - Nov 09
7:00 PM - 9:15 PM
  Childbirth Preparation/Lamaze
Hillcrest Hospital
($80/couple) Topics include the process of labor and birth, supportive coaching techniques, postpartum care and emotional needs, comfort measures for labor and birth, cesarean birth, medical interventions and more. Class options include four or five-week series in the evening or a two-day weekday series. CONTACT: Cleveland Clinic Obstetrics
Tue - Nov 10
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
  Bradley Natural Childbirth Method - 12 wks
Beachwood Family Medical and Surgery Center
($160/couple) This 12 week class is an alternative to the five-week Childbirth Preparation/Lamaze class and is taught by a Bradley Certified Instructor. Participants will learn natural abdominal breathing, supportive coaching techniques, nutrition and exercise, physical stages of labor and emotional response,  post partum prep, and more. Information is provided for couples who anticipate an unmedicated birth experience. CONTACT: Cleveland Clinic Obstetrics
Wed - Nov 11
6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
  Fast Track - 2 Days Childbirth Preparation/Lamaze
Hillcrest Hospital
($80/couple)Topics include the process of labor and birth, supportive coaching techniques, postpartum care and emotional needs, comfort measures for labor and birth, cesarean birth, medical interventions and more. CONTACT: Cleveland Clinic Obstetrics
Thu - Nov 12
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
  Bradley Natural Childbirth Method - 12 wks
Beachwood Family Medical and Surgery Center
($160/couple) This 12 week class is an alternative to the five-week Childbirth Preparation/Lamaze class and is taught by a Bradley Certified Instructor. Participants will learn natural abdominal breathing, supportive coaching techniques, nutrition and exercise, physical stages of labor and emotional response,  post partum prep, and more. Information is provided for couples who anticipate an unmedicated birth experience. CONTACT: Cleveland Clinic Obstetrics
Thu - Nov 12
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
  Night With A Pediatrician Class and Tour
Hillcrest Hospital
Hillcrest Hospital couples are encouraged to attend a free, one-night program that includes a Q&A session with a pediatrician. A tour of the Family Maternity Center is included. CONTACT: Cleveland Clinic Obstetrics
Fri - Nov 13
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
  Mama/Baby Yoga Class
Beachwood Family Health Center
($10 per class) This class is designed to create a sacred space for Mama and her new baby to breathe together, move together, and just be together. We will be toning and strengthening Mama’s body while supporting and nurturing the bond between Mama and her child, and creating a space for new moms to connect on a deeper level. CONTACT: Cleveland Clinic Obstetrics
Sat - Nov 14
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  Boot Camp For New Dads
Beachwood Family Health Center
($20 - includes book) Boot Camp for New Dads. CONTACT: Cleveland Clinic Obstetrics
Sun - Nov 15
  Baby Basics Class
Hillcrest Hospital
($35/couple) This class will teach parents how to adjust to their baby in the first six weeks after birth, how to soothe a fussy baby, newborn reflexes and abilities, bathing diapering, dressing and feeding baby, establishing flexible day and night routines and the newborn's emotional needs. CONTACT: Cleveland Clinic Obstetrics
Sun - Nov 15
1:00 PM
  Maternity Center Tours at Hillcrest Hospital
Hillcrest Hospital
(FREE) Adult tours of the Maternity Center. Held Saturdays from 12 p.m to 1 p.m., the first and third Sunday of each month from 1 to 2 p.m., and the first Wednesday of each month from 11:15 a.m. to 12:15p.m., holidays excluded. CONTACT: Cleveland Clinic Obstetrics
Sun - Nov 15
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
  Bradley Natural Childbirth Method - 12 wks
Beachwood Family Medical and Surgery Center
($160/couple) This 12 week class is an alternative to the five-week Childbirth Preparation/Lamaze class and is taught by a Bradley Certified Instructor. Participants will learn natural abdominal breathing, supportive coaching techniques, nutrition and exercise, physical stages of labor and emotional response,  post partum prep, and more. Information is provided for couples who anticipate an unmedicated birth experience. CONTACT: Cleveland Clinic Obstetrics
Mon - Nov 16
  Mom & Baby Too
MacDonald Women's Hospital
(FREE) Make a new friend! Exchange parenting ideas and survival tips. An informal discussion group with guest speakers covering topics of special interest to new parents.

CONTACT:
University Hospitals
MacDonald's Women's Hospital Appointments & OB/GYN Services 
(216) 844-3941
MacDonald's Women's Hospital Childbirth Services (216) 595-5355
Rainbow Babies and Children's Hospital  (216) 844-7700
www.uhhospitals.org
Mon - Nov 16
7:00 PM - 9:15 PM
  Childbirth Preparation/Lamaze
Hillcrest Hospital
($80/couple) Topics include the process of labor and birth, supportive coaching techniques, postpartum care and emotional needs, comfort measures for labor and birth, cesarean birth, medical interventions and more. Class options include four or five-week series in the evening or a two-day weekday series. CONTACT: Cleveland Clinic Obstetrics
Tue - Nov 17
6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
  Fast Track - 2 Days Childbirth Preparation/Lamaze
Hillcrest Hospital
($80/couple)Topics include the process of labor and birth, supportive coaching techniques, postpartum care and emotional needs, comfort measures for labor and birth, cesarean birth, medical interventions and more. CONTACT: Cleveland Clinic Obstetrics
Thu - Nov 19
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
  Bradley Natural Childbirth Method - 12 wks
Beachwood Family Medical and Surgery Center
($160/couple) This 12 week class is an alternative to the five-week Childbirth Preparation/Lamaze class and is taught by a Bradley Certified Instructor. Participants will learn natural abdominal breathing, supportive coaching techniques, nutrition and exercise, physical stages of labor and emotional response,  post partum prep, and more. Information is provided for couples who anticipate an unmedicated birth experience. CONTACT: Cleveland Clinic Obstetrics
Fri - Nov 20
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
  Mama/Baby Yoga Class
Beachwood Family Health Center
($10 per class) This class is designed to create a sacred space for Mama and her new baby to breathe together, move together, and just be together. We will be toning and strengthening Mama’s body while supporting and nurturing the bond between Mama and her child, and creating a space for new moms to connect on a deeper level. CONTACT: Cleveland Clinic Obstetrics
Sat - Nov 21
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  Infant Safety in the Car and Home
Hillcrest Hospital
($20/couple) Come and learn helpful tips on choosing and installing an infant car seat and making your home safe for baby. The information will be presented by a local firefighter who is trained as a child passenger safety seat technician. Cleveland Clinic Obstetrics
Sun - Nov 22
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
  Just the Facts - 1 Day Childbirth Preparation/Lamaze
Hillcrest Hospital
($80/couple) CONTACT: Cleveland Clinic Obstetrics
Sun - Nov 22
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
  Bradley Natural Childbirth Method - 12 wks
Beachwood Family Medical and Surgery Center
($160/couple) This 12 week class is an alternative to the five-week Childbirth Preparation/Lamaze class and is taught by a Bradley Certified Instructor. Participants will learn natural abdominal breathing, supportive coaching techniques, nutrition and exercise, physical stages of labor and emotional response,  post partum prep, and more. Information is provided for couples who anticipate an unmedicated birth experience. CONTACT: Cleveland Clinic Obstetrics
Mon - Nov 23
  Mom & Baby Too
MacDonald Women's Hospital
(FREE) Make a new friend! Exchange parenting ideas and survival tips. An informal discussion group with guest speakers covering topics of special interest to new parents.

CONTACT:
University Hospitals
MacDonald's Women's Hospital Appointments & OB/GYN Services 
(216) 844-3941
MacDonald's Women's Hospital Childbirth Services (216) 595-5355
Rainbow Babies and Children's Hospital  (216) 844-7700
www.uhhospitals.org
Mon - Nov 23
7:00 PM - 9:15 PM
  Childbirth Preparation/Lamaze
Hillcrest Hospital
($80/couple) Topics include the process of labor and birth, supportive coaching techniques, postpartum care and emotional needs, comfort measures for labor and birth, cesarean birth, medical interventions and more. Class options include four or five-week series in the evening or a two-day weekday series. CONTACT: Cleveland Clinic Obstetrics
Tue - Nov 24
6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
  Fast Track - 2 Days Childbirth Preparation/Lamaze
Hillcrest Hospital
($80/couple)Topics include the process of labor and birth, supportive coaching techniques, postpartum care and emotional needs, comfort measures for labor and birth, cesarean birth, medical interventions and more. CONTACT: Cleveland Clinic Obstetrics
Tue - Nov 24
6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
  Baby Basics Class
Hillcrest Hospital
($35/couple) This class will teach parents how to adjust to their baby in the first six weeks after birth, how to soothe a fussy baby, newborn reflexes and abilities, bathing diapering, dressing and feeding baby, establishing flexible day and night routines and the newborn's emotional needs. CONTACT: Cleveland Clinic Obstetrics
Tue - Nov 24
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  Infant Massage
South Euclid
($20/family) Learn infant massage techniques while creating connections with your baby. CONTACT: Senders Pediatrics
Thu - Nov 26
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
  Bradley Natural Childbirth Method - 12 wks
Beachwood Family Medical and Surgery Center
($160/couple) This 12 week class is an alternative to the five-week Childbirth Preparation/Lamaze class and is taught by a Bradley Certified Instructor. Participants will learn natural abdominal breathing, supportive coaching techniques, nutrition and exercise, physical stages of labor and emotional response,  post partum prep, and more. Information is provided for couples who anticipate an unmedicated birth experience. CONTACT: Cleveland Clinic Obstetrics
Fri - Nov 27
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
  Mama/Baby Yoga Class
Beachwood Family Health Center
($10 per class) This class is designed to create a sacred space for Mama and her new baby to breathe together, move together, and just be together. We will be toning and strengthening Mama’s body while supporting and nurturing the bond between Mama and her child, and creating a space for new moms to connect on a deeper level. CONTACT: Cleveland Clinic Obstetrics
Sun - Nov 29
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
  Bradley Natural Childbirth Method - 12 wks
Beachwood Family Medical and Surgery Center
($160/couple) This 12 week class is an alternative to the five-week Childbirth Preparation/Lamaze class and is taught by a Bradley Certified Instructor. Participants will learn natural abdominal breathing, supportive coaching techniques, nutrition and exercise, physical stages of labor and emotional response,  post partum prep, and more. Information is provided for couples who anticipate an unmedicated birth experience. CONTACT: Cleveland Clinic Obstetrics
Mon - Nov 30
  Mom & Baby Too
MacDonald Women's Hospital
(FREE) Make a new friend! Exchange parenting ideas and survival tips. An informal discussion group with guest speakers covering topics of special interest to new parents.

CONTACT:
University Hospitals
MacDonald's Women's Hospital Appointments & OB/GYN Services 
(216) 844-3941
MacDonald's Women's Hospital Childbirth Services (216) 595-5355
Rainbow Babies and Children's Hospital  (216) 844-7700
www.uhhospitals.org
Mon - Nov 30
7:00 PM - 9:15 PM
  Childbirth Preparation/Lamaze
Hillcrest Hospital
($80/couple) Topics include the process of labor and birth, supportive coaching techniques, postpartum care and emotional needs, comfort measures for labor and birth, cesarean birth, medical interventions and more. Class options include four or five-week series in the evening or a two-day weekday series. CONTACT: Cleveland Clinic Obstetrics
Tue - Dec 01
7:00 PM - 9:15 PM
  Childbirth Preparation/Lamaze
Hillcrest Hospital
($80/couple) Topics include the process of labor and birth, supportive coaching techniques, postpartum care and emotional needs, comfort measures for labor and birth, cesarean birth, medical interventions and more. Class options include four or five-week series in the evening or a two-day weekday series. CONTACT: Cleveland Clinic Obstetrics
Wed - Dec 02
  Infant CPR
Hillcrest Hospital
($30 per person) Focus is on infant up to age 1. Learn how to determine if an infant is in distress, safety in and out of the home, techniques for eliminating choking and rescue breathing for respiratory arrest. CONTACT: Cleveland Clinic Obstetrics
Wed - Dec 02
7:00 PM - 9:15 PM
  Childbirth Preparation/Lamaze
Hillcrest Hospital
($80/couple) Topics include the process of labor and birth, supportive coaching techniques, postpartum care and emotional needs, comfort measures for labor and birth, cesarean birth, medical interventions and more. Class options include four or five0weeks series in the evening or a two-day weekday series. CONTACT: Cleveland Clinic Obstetrics
Thu - Dec 03
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
  Bradley Natural Childbirth Method - 12 wks
Beachwood Family Medical and Surgery Center
($160/couple) This 12 week class is an alternative to the five-week Childbirth Preparation/Lamaze class and is taught by a Bradley Certified Instructor. Participants will learn natural abdominal breathing, supportive coaching techniques, nutrition and exercise, physical stages of labor and emotional response,  post partum prep, and more. Information is provided for couples who anticipate an unmedicated birth experience. CONTACT: Cleveland Clinic Obstetrics
Fri - Dec 04
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
  Mama/Baby Yoga Class
Beachwood Family Health Center
($10 per class) This class is designed to create a sacred space for Mama and her new baby to breathe together, move together, and just be together. We will be toning and strengthening Mama’s body while supporting and nurturing the bond between Mama and her child, and creating a space for new moms to connect on a deeper level. CONTACT: Cleveland Clinic Obstetrics
Sat - Dec 05
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  Baby Basics Class
Hillcrest Hospital
($35/couple) This class will teach parents how to adjust to their baby in the first six weeks after birth, how to soothe a fussy baby, newborn reflexes and abilities, bathing diapering, dressing and feeding baby, establishing flexible day and night routines and the newborn's emotional needs. CONTACT: Cleveland Clinic Obstetrics
Sat - Dec 05
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
  Just the Facts - 1 Day Childbirth Preparation/Lamaze
Hillcrest Hospital
($80/couple) CONTACT: Cleveland Clinic Obstetrics
Sun - Dec 06
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  Infant Safety in the Car and Home
Hillcrest Hospital
($20/couple) Come and learn helpful tips on choosing and installing an infant car seat and making your home safe for baby. The information will be presented by a local firefighter who is trained as a child passenger safety seat technician. Cleveland Clinic Obstetrics
Sun - Dec 06
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
  Infant Massage
Hillcrest Hospital
($50/couple) This class is for parents of infants from birth to 1 year, as well as adoptive, expecting, and foster parents. Swedish and Indian massage techniques and reflexology are discussed. CONTACT: Cleveland Clinic Obstetrics
Sun - Dec 06
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
  Bradley Natural Childbirth Method - 12 wks
Beachwood Family Medical and Surgery Center
($160/couple) This 12 week class is an alternative to the five-week Childbirth Preparation/Lamaze class and is taught by a Bradley Certified Instructor. Participants will learn natural abdominal breathing, supportive coaching techniques, nutrition and exercise, physical stages of labor and emotional response,  post partum prep, and more. Information is provided for couples who anticipate an unmedicated birth experience. CONTACT: Cleveland Clinic Obstetrics
Mon - Dec 07
  Mom & Baby Too
MacDonald Women's Hospital
(FREE) Make a new friend! Exchange parenting ideas and survival tips. An informal discussion group with guest speakers covering topics of special interest to new parents.

CONTACT:
University Hospitals
MacDonald's Women's Hospital Appointments & OB/GYN Services 
(216) 844-3941
MacDonald's Women's Hospital Childbirth Services (216) 595-5355
Rainbow Babies and Children's Hospital  (216) 844-7700
www.uhhospitals.org
Mon - Dec 07
6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
  Fast Track - 2 Days Childbirth Preparation/Lamaze
Hillcrest Hospital
($80/couple)Topics include the process of labor and birth, supportive coaching techniques, postpartum care and emotional needs, comfort measures for labor and birth, cesarean birth, medical interventions and more. CONTACT: Cleveland Clinic Obstetrics
Tue - Dec 08
7:00 PM - 9:15 PM
  Childbirth Preparation/Lamaze
Hillcrest Hospital
($80/couple) Topics include the process of labor and birth, supportive coaching techniques, postpartum care and emotional needs, comfort measures for labor and birth, cesarean birth, medical interventions and more. Class options include four or five-week series in the evening or a two-day weekday series. CONTACT: Cleveland Clinic Obstetrics
Wed - Dec 09
7:00 PM - 9:15 PM
  Childbirth Preparation/Lamaze
Hillcrest Hospital
($80/couple) Topics include the process of labor and birth, supportive coaching techniques, postpartum care and emotional needs, comfort measures for labor and birth, cesarean birth, medical interventions and more. Class options include four or five0weeks series in the evening or a two-day weekday series. CONTACT: Cleveland Clinic Obstetrics
Thu - Dec 10
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
  Night With A Pediatrician Class and Tour
Hillcrest Hospital
Hillcrest Hospital couples are encouraged to attend a free, one-night program that includes a Q&A session with a pediatrician. A tour of the Family Maternity Center is included. CONTACT: Cleveland Clinic Obstetrics
Thu - Dec 10
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
  Bradley Natural Childbirth Method - 12 wks
Beachwood Family Medical and Surgery Center
($160/couple) This 12 week class is an alternative to the five-week Childbirth Preparation/Lamaze class and is taught by a Bradley Certified Instructor. Participants will learn natural abdominal breathing, supportive coaching techniques, nutrition and exercise, physical stages of labor and emotional response,  post partum prep, and more. Information is provided for couples who anticipate an unmedicated birth experience. CONTACT: Cleveland Clinic Obstetrics
Thu - Dec 10
6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
  Baby Basics Class
Hillcrest Hospital
($35/couple) This class will teach parents how to adjust to their baby in the first six weeks after birth, how to soothe a fussy baby, newborn reflexes and abilities, bathing diapering, dressing and feeding baby, establishing flexible day and night routines and the newborn's emotional needs. CONTACT: Cleveland Clinic Obstetrics
Fri - Dec 11
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
  Mama/Baby Yoga Class
Beachwood Family Health Center
($10 per class) This class is designed to create a sacred space for Mama and her new baby to breathe together, move together, and just be together. We will be toning and strengthening Mama’s body while supporting and nurturing the bond between Mama and her child, and creating a space for new moms to connect on a deeper level. CONTACT: Cleveland Clinic Obstetrics
Sat - Dec 12
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
  Expecting Twins & Triplets
Hillcrest Hospital
($45) Class topics include differences during pregnancy and childbirth, multiple infant care, promoting individualization of children, stress management, peer support and resources, and more. CONTACT: Cleveland Clinic Obstetrics
Sat - Dec 12
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  Boot Camp For New Dads
Beachwood Family Health Center
($20 - includes book) Boot Camp for New Dads. CONTACT: Cleveland Clinic Obstetrics
Sat - Dec 12
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  Childbearth Preparation/Lamaze Weekend Class
Hillcrest Hospital
($80/couple) Topics include the process of labor and birth, supportive coaching techniques, postpartum care and emotional needs, comfort measures for labor and birth, cesarean birth, medical interventions and more. CONTACT: Cleveland Clinic Obstetrics
Sun - Dec 13
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  Childbearth Preparation/Lamaze Weekend Class
Hillcrest Hospital
($80/couple) Topics include the process of labor and birth, supportive coaching techniques, postpartum care and emotional needs, comfort measures for labor and birth, cesarean birth, medical interventions and more. CONTACT: Cleveland Clinic Obstetrics
Mon - Dec 14
6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
  Fast Track - 2 Days Childbirth Preparation/Lamaze
Hillcrest Hospital
($80/couple)Topics include the process of labor and birth, supportive coaching techniques, postpartum care and emotional needs, comfort measures for labor and birth, cesarean birth, medical interventions and more. CONTACT: Cleveland Clinic Obstetrics
Tue - Dec 15
7:00 PM - 9:15 PM
  Childbirth Preparation/Lamaze
Hillcrest Hospital
($80/couple) Topics include the process of labor and birth, supportive coaching techniques, postpartum care and emotional needs, comfort measures for labor and birth, cesarean birth, medical interventions and more. Class options include four or five-week series in the evening or a two-day weekday series. CONTACT: Cleveland Clinic Obstetrics
Wed - Dec 16
7:00 PM - 9:15 PM
  Childbirth Preparation/Lamaze
Hillcrest Hospital
($80/couple) Topics include the process of labor and birth, supportive coaching techniques, postpartum care and emotional needs, comfort measures for labor and birth, cesarean birth, medical interventions and more. Class options include four or five0weeks series in the evening or a two-day weekday series. CONTACT: Cleveland Clinic Obstetrics
Thu - Dec 17
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
  Bradley Natural Childbirth Method - 12 wks
Beachwood Family Medical and Surgery Center
($160/couple) This 12 week class is an alternative to the five-week Childbirth Preparation/Lamaze class and is taught by a Bradley Certified Instructor. Participants will learn natural abdominal breathing, supportive coaching techniques, nutrition and exercise, physical stages of labor and emotional response,  post partum prep, and more. Information is provided for couples who anticipate an unmedicated birth experience. CONTACT: Cleveland Clinic Obstetrics
Fri - Dec 18
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
  Mama/Baby Yoga Class
Beachwood Family Health Center
($10 per class) This class is designed to create a sacred space for Mama and her new baby to breathe together, move together, and just be together. We will be toning and strengthening Mama’s body while supporting and nurturing the bond between Mama and her child, and creating a space for new moms to connect on a deeper level. CONTACT: Cleveland Clinic Obstetrics
Mon - Dec 21
6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
  Baby Basics Class
Hillcrest Hospital
($35/couple) This class will teach parents how to adjust to their baby in the first six weeks after birth, how to soothe a fussy baby, newborn reflexes and abilities, bathing diapering, dressing and feeding baby, establishing flexible day and night routines and the newborn's emotional needs. CONTACT: Cleveland Clinic Obstetrics
Tue - Dec 22
7:00 PM - 9:15 PM
  Childbirth Preparation/Lamaze
Hillcrest Hospital
($80/couple) Topics include the process of labor and birth, supportive coaching techniques, postpartum care and emotional needs, comfort measures for labor and birth, cesarean birth, medical interventions and more. Class options include four or five-week series in the evening or a two-day weekday series. CONTACT: Cleveland Clinic Obstetrics
Wed - Dec 23
7:00 PM - 9:15 PM
  Childbirth Preparation/Lamaze
Hillcrest Hospital
($80/couple) Topics include the process of labor and birth, supportive coaching techniques, postpartum care and emotional needs, comfort measures for labor and birth, cesarean birth, medical interventions and more. Class options include four or five0weeks series in the evening or a two-day weekday series. CONTACT: Cleveland Clinic Obstetrics
Fri - Dec 25
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
  Mama/Baby Yoga Class
Beachwood Family Health Center
($10 per class) This class is designed to create a sacred space for Mama and her new baby to breathe together, move together, and just be together. We will be toning and strengthening Mama’s body while supporting and nurturing the bond between Mama and her child, and creating a space for new moms to connect on a deeper level. CONTACT: Cleveland Clinic Obstetrics
Tue - Dec 29
7:00 PM - 9:15 PM
  Childbirth Preparation/Lamaze
Hillcrest Hospital
($80/couple) Topics include the process of labor and birth, supportive coaching techniques, postpartum care and emotional needs, comfort measures for labor and birth, cesarean birth, medical interventions and more. Class options include four or five-week series in the evening or a two-day weekday series. CONTACT: Cleveland Clinic Obstetrics
Wed - Dec 30
7:00 PM - 9:15 PM
  Childbirth Preparation/Lamaze
Hillcrest Hospital
($80/couple) Topics include the process of labor and birth, supportive coaching techniques, postpartum care and emotional needs, comfort measures for labor and birth, cesarean birth, medical interventions and more. Class options include four or five0weeks series in the evening or a two-day weekday series. CONTACT: Cleveland Clinic Obstetrics

 

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