Understanding Birth
Class Details
This comprehensive six-hour class is designed to prepare expectant parents for the childbirth experience. Led by knowledgeable instructors, the session provides an informative overview of labor, delivery and what to expect during your time at the hospital.
Topics covered include:
- How to recognize the signs of labor
- The stages of labor and what to expect during each phase
- The role of body positioning during pregnancy and labor
- What to expect upon arrival at the Porter Birthing Center
- A guided tour of the Porter Birthing Center
While we touch on comfort measures during this session, those seeking a more in-depth exploration are encouraged to attend our separate Comfort Measures for Labor class.
This class is offered through the Porter Birthing Center and is available exclusively to patients of Porter Medical Center.
Class Schedule
- February 14th - 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
- March 14th - 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
- April 11th - 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
- May 9th - 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
- June 13th - 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
- July 11th - 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
- August 8th - 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
- September 12th - 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
- October 10th - 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
- November 14th - 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
- December 12th - 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Registration
To register, please fill out our online form. If you have any questions, please email cbe@portermedical.org.