In-person Pregnancy, Birth and Breastfeeding Classes

Prepare for the incredible journey of labor, birth, and welcoming your new baby in a supportive, in-person learning environment! 🤰👶

These classes are FREE to attend, though registration is recommended. Walk-ins are always welcome! Feel free to bring your own water and snacks.

📅 Every Tuesday | 6:30–8:30 PM
📍 Location: St. Joseph’s Health Hospital, L100A DeFuria Room, 301 Prospect Ave., Syracuse, NY 13203

Monthly Class Rotation:

• Class 1: Pregnancy & Labor Preparation
  Learn what to expect in the final weeks of pregnancy, how to recognize labor signs, and what to expect upon hospital arrival.

• Class 2: What Happens During Childbirth?
  Explore the labor and birth process, coping techniques, partner support, vaginal birth, and immediate postpartum recovery.

• Class 3: Medical Interventions, Induced Labor, Cesarean Birth, Hospital Tour
  Understand common labor interventions, inductions, and cesarean births. Includes a tour of the Labor & Delivery and Postpartum units.

• Class 4: Postpartum Transition, Newborn Care & Breastfeeding
  Discuss postpartum recovery, newborn care, mood changes, and breastfeeding education.

Flexible Class Format:

These classes are flexible! You can attend any class at any time that fits your schedule during pregnancy. The topics rotate monthly, and we encourage you to bring a support person if possible. Don’t forget to bring the education book titled Your Guide to Pregnancy, Birth, and Parenting, which you received from your OB provider. Each month has a specific class rotation, and if there are extra Tuesdays, no class will be held on that day. Classes restart on the first Tuesday of each month!

🌈 Register Now!