Childbirth Preparation

This 12-hour series covers all aspects of the childbearing period for the woman and her coach.

Topics include: anatomy and physiology of pregnancy, labor and delivery, relaxation techniques, breathing patterns for use during labor, effective pushing methods for delivery, discussion of hospital procedures, medications, cesarean childbirth and post-partum adjustment, breastfeeding, position/latch, breast milk storage, and baby care basics.

Class should be taken in the seventh month of pregnancy. Special circumstances—such as multiple births or pre-term labor—may require earlier registration.

To register for the Childbirth Preparation series, call Julie Kirk, Director of Community Outreach & Education, at (310) 450-4773 x. 230.

To register for the Childbirth Preparation series, call Anto Honon, Assistant Director of Clinical Services, at (310) 450-4773 x. 228.

The Childbirth Preparation series is free for patients with MediCal and $100 for all others.