Kent & Queen Anne's Hospital
Maternity Classes

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Kent & Queen Anne's Hospital offers many classes and programs especially geared to help expecting parents prepare for their new arrival. Parents planning to deliver at the Hospital, as well as those delivering elsewhere, are invited to attend these classes. All instructors are certified childbirth educators. Class dates are subject to change.

For information or to register for classes call (410) 778-3300, extension 2320."


2002 Maternity Class Schedule







Click on a link below to read more information about a class or group.
Prepared Childbirth Labor
& Delivery Series

Refresher Class

Breastfeeding Class
Breastfeeding Support Group
Cesarean Class CPR for Family & Friends


Prepared Childbirth Labor & Delivery Series

This eight-week course for expectant parents discusses the labor and delivery process, relaxation techniques and coping measures. Fee is $40. Please call (410) 778-3300, ext. 2320 to register.

January 7 - February 25
July 8 - August 26
Medical Services Building Conference Room
7:00 to 9:00 p.m.
March 4 - April 22
September 9 - October 28
May 6 - June 24
November 4 - December 11 (meets December 2, 4, 9 & 11)



Cesarean Class
(5th week of Labor & Delivery Series)

A one-session class, for parents who know they will have a Cesarean delivery, prepares you to share the birth experience in the operating room. Information will be provided on vaginal birth after a Cesarean. Fee: $5.00* (Free to participants in the Childbirth, Labor & Delivery Series or Refresher Class.)

February 4
August 5
Medical Services Building Conference Room
7:00 to 9:00 p.m.
April 1
October 7
June 3
December 2


Refresher Class

Designed for parents who have already experienced childbirth, this class provides a review of the labor and delivery process as well as breathing and relaxation techniques. Fee is $20. To register please call (410) 778-3300, ext. 2320.

February 26
July 1
Medical Services Building Conference Room
7:00 to 9:00 p.m.
November 6


Infant Care Class (7th week of Labor & Delivery Series)

This class helps prepare parents for their new arrival. Discussions, films and demonstrations focus on important topics such as choosing a pediatrician, infant feeding and care of the newborn, growth and development, the baby's health, finding a sitter and much more. Fee: $5.00* (Free to participants in the Childbirth, Labor & Delivery Series or Refresher Class.)

February 18
August 19
Medical Services Building Conference Room
7:00 to 9:00 p.m.
April 15
October 21
June 17
December 4


Sibling Class

This is a one-session class for older siblings to help them understand their role in the new baby's arrival. Fee: $5.00

January 10
September 12
Cafeteria Meeting Room
5:00 to 6:00 p.m.
May 9


Breastfeeding Class (8th week of Labor & Delivery Series)

This class is for parents who wish to learn more about breastfeeding. Topics include supplementing, pumping, returning to work and other related issues. Fee: $5.00* (Free to participants in the Childbirth, Labor & Delivery Series or Refresher Class.)

February 25
August 26
Medical Services Building Conference Room
7:00 to 9:00 p.m.
April 22
October 28
June 24
December 11



Breastfeeding Support Group

This group provides education and a support network for breastfeeding mothers and expecting parents. Call (410) 778-3300, ext. 2320 for more information. It meets the fourth Tuesday of every month. There is no
fee.


CPR for Family & Friends

This one-session CPR class teaches infant, child and adult CPR
according to American Heart Association guidelines and is open to
the public. At least three people must register. Fee: $20.00 per person.

February 27
August 28
Cafeteria Meeting Room
6:00 to 9:30 p.m.
April 24
October 30
June 26