At Northern Arizona Healthcare, your health and wellness are our top priority. We continue to rapidly adapt operations to promote social distancing and protect against the spread of COVID-19. As a result, we are offering Childbirth Education classes on a limited basis and with limited class size. Please contact the Education office at 928-773-2491 for further information.
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Breastfeeding Basics
Get a head start on successful breastfeeding before your new baby arrives. Topics include initiating breastfeeding; techniques and positions; selecting the correct breast pump and supplies for your needs; correct breast milk storage; problem solving; and day-to-day management.
Childbirth Preparation Classes Verde Valley Medical Center
This class is offered as a four-week series. Topics include labor, delivery, and the postpartum period; relaxation and breathing techniques (with practice); comfort measures and coping strategies; medications; inductions; epidurals; C-sections; and the role of the support person.
Preparing for Birth
This three-week series is for those who may not be able to attend an all-day Saturday class and who prefer to have more breathing and relaxation practice sessions and more opportunities to interact with other expecting parents.
Labor Basics
This seven-hour class is designed for people with busy schedules or for those expectant parents who live outside Flagstaff. Topics include in-depth information on the labor and childbirth process, role of the support person, comfort measures, medications, anesthesia and relaxation and breathing techniques. Plan to attend this class prior to 34 weeks of pregnancy.