We know the pregnancy and parenthood journeys are different for everyone. At Banner Health, we’re committed to ensuring every expecting parent feels prepared for parenthood. We offer a variety of childbirth education classes and support, taught by maternity experts and lactation consultants, to help you navigate this exciting time.
We’re proud to offer the following pregnancy and parenting classes:
Our prenatal classes cover essential topics, including parenting skills, baby care, diapering, feeding, bathing, signs and symptoms of illness, comforting a crying child, and growth and development. These classes are designed to provide you with comfort measures and evidence-based information to support your journey. Look for "prenatal classes near me" to find a class that fits your needs.
Banner’s childbirth preparation classes are for anyone preparing for labor and birth at a Banner facility. These childbirth classes include topics such as preparing for labor and delivery, understanding the stages of labor, Lamaze breathing techniques, medical options and practices, and positions for labor and cesarean birth. Search for a "birthing class near me" to locate a class in your area.
If you’re experiencing gestational diabetes, our classes offer support through nutritional counseling, physical activity guidelines, insulin or medication management and strategies to prevent diabetes after birth.
Whether you’re new to parenting or need a refresher, our parenting classes provide valuable information on going home, postpartum care and newborn care. Our classes also cover comfort measures and support for you and your family.
Prepare your young children for the arrival of a new sibling with our sibling classes. These classes help them understand what to expect while mom is in the hospital, what new babies look like and what kinds of behaviors they can expect from their new sibling.
Learn life-saving skills in our infant CPR classes, where you'll be trained to deliver CPR and choking relief to infants under one year of age.
Our car seat safety classes offer guidance on selecting the right car seat for your child, ensuring a snug fit, and using locking clips, seat belt systems, tethers and the LATCH system. We also cover important topics such as recalls, defects, and proper installation techniques.
No matter where you are on your parenthood journey, we have a class to support you. Find a class near you today and ensure you’re prepared for labor and birth with evidence-based education and expert guidance. Classes may vary by location.
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