This class is open to anyone preparing to have a baby, including those who are planning on delivering at Banner Desert Medical Center. Topics include pregnancy discomforts, nutrition and exercise, preparing for labor & delivery, stages of labor, relaxation and breathing techniques, positions for labor & delivery, medical options, cesarean birth, and postpartum recovery. A tour of the OB Unit is included. This class is recommended during the 3rd trimester of pregnancy.
Please register expectant mother only (one support person is included - no children please).
AHCCCS participants must contact 1-800-230-2273(CARE) to register.
Discounts: Discounts will be available by signing up for our complete OB class package, featuring all three OB classes. This includes: OB Childbirth, OB Baby Care and OB Breastfeeding. Participants must registered for all three classes at the same time to receive the discount. Contact our dedicated 230CARE team at 1-800-230-2273 (CARE) Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM MST, or reach out via email at [email protected] to secure your spot today! Please note this is only for OB Childbirth in person and in-person/virtual for baby care and breastfeeding classes.
For Banner Health Employees, please reach out to 230CARE for discounts that are available.
What to Bring To Class:
- Comfortable Clothing
- Snacks and Water
- Yoga Mat or Blanket
Location:
Banner Desert Medical Center
1400 S. Dobson Rd.
Mesa, AZ 85202
Major Cross Streets: Southern & Dobson. Banner Desert Medical Center is located just North of the 60 on Dobson.
Parking: Park outside Banner Children’s and use the Women and Children’s entrance to enter the hospital.
Class Room: Desert Bloom- your instructor will be at the doors to let you in. Please arrive 10 minutes early.
Cancellation Policy: There is a $10 cancellation fee and no refund within one week prior to class start date. To cancel or reschedule your class, you must contact 602-230-CARE (2273) during regular business hours (8:00am to 4:30pm M-F).
Contact Information: To provide valued comments or feedback, please call instructor Jenny Pearson at (480) 412-3595.
Walk-in's not permitted; registration is required.