EnglishChildbirth Class
Join Healthy Start Coalition of Orange County for monthly childbirth classes to help you get ready for your baby’s arrival!
These classes are all about learning:
- What to expect during labor
- How to take care of your newborn
- And feeling confident when it’s time to welcome your little one
Each class is taught by a certified childbirth educator.
What to Bring
- Support Person
- Bring someone who will be with you during your baby’s birth.
- Blanket or Yoga Mat
- For practicing comfort techniques and relaxation exercises.
- Two Pillows
- These will help you stay comfortable during the class.
- Water
- Stay hydrated during the class!
What You’ll Learn
- Stages of Labor
- Learn what happens during each stage of labor and what to expect.
- Comfort Techniques
- Practice different ways to stay comfortable during labor, like
- Changing positions and
- Using relaxation exercises.
- Practice different ways to stay comfortable during labor, like
- Breathing and Relaxation
- Learn how to breathe and relax to help manage labor pains.
- Breastfeeding Information
- Get tips on how to start breastfeeding and what to expect in the early days.
- Postpartum and Newborn Care
- Learn about what to expect after your baby is born
- Learn how to care for your newborn.
- And Much More
- Each week will cover new and important information to help you get ready for your baby’s arrival.
These classes are a great way to feel more prepared and confident about giving birth and taking care of your baby.
Benefits of Attending Childbirth Classes
- Feel More Prepared
- Learn about the stages of labor and what to expect during delivery.
- Practice Comfort Techniques
- Discover ways to manage labor pains.
- Build Confidence
- Practicing and learning about childbirth helps you feel more in control and ready to handle different situations during labor.
- Support for Breastfeeding
- Get helpful tips on breastfeeding, which can make feeding your baby easier and more comfortable in those early days.
- Learn Newborn Care
- Learn how to care for your newborn right after birth, including
- Diapering
- Bathing
- And soothing tips.
- Learn how to care for your newborn right after birth, including
- Postpartum Support
- Understand what to expect after the baby is born, including caring for yourself and recognizing changes in your body.
- Ask Questions
- Each class is a chance to ask questions and get answers from a certified childbirth educator.
- Meet Other Expectant Parents
- Connect with other parents who are expecting a baby.
- It’s a great way to share stories, make friends, and feel supported.
- Support Person Involvement
- Bringing a support person helps them learn how to be there for you during labor and after the baby arrives.
By attending these classes, you’ll get the knowledge and skills you need to make your childbirth experience as positive and comfortable as possible.
It’s a great way to feel ready for your baby’s arrival!
Register today!
Additional Details
Online Event - No
Event County - Orange
Age Group - Maternity (Teen-Adult)
Organizer
The Healthy Start Coalition of Orange County (HSCOC) is a 501(c)3 not-for-profit organization that was established by legislation (F.S. 383.14) in 1992 to decrease Florida’s high infant mortality rate, low birth weight babies and to improve health and developmental outcomes for all children. Healthy Start Coalitions across the state are charged with developing and implementing quality systems of care by funding maternal and child health programs in the community.