Class Schedule
2010 Class Schedule



Childbirth Classes $125
from 9am - 4pm whole class or refresher available from 1-4 on same dates ($50)
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1/16        9am - 4pm
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2/06        9am - 4pm
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3/13        9am - 4pm
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4/10        9am - 4pm
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5/08        9am - 4pm
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6/12        9am - 4pm
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7/24        9am - 4pm
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8/14        9am - 4pm
09/18        9am - 4pm
1
0/09        9am - 4pm
1
1/13        9am - 4pm
12/04        9am - 4pm

Infant Care $50
Breastfeeding $50
Infant Massage $75.00

Classes available as needed

Instructor Profile:

Bernadette Olivier RNC, CNM, MSN, CCE, CCI



Class Descriptions:

Childbirth
-Normal changes in pregnancy
-Warning signs in pregnancy
-How to tell when you are in labor
-Stages of labor
-Pain control (hydrotherapy, imagery,
breathing techniques, massage, and
progressive relaxation)
-Medical interventions
-Pushing and birth
-Postpartum care
-Initiating breastfeeding
-How to handle unexpected outcomes
*We will view videos of natural and medicated births, epidurals and cesarean sections.
*Class fee includes lunch.

Infant Care Class Description:
-Newborn appearance & characteristics
-Feeding, bathing, diapering & soothing
-Illness/when to call the pediatrician
-Adjusting to parenthood
-Impact of breastfeeding
-Benefits of breastfeeding
-Preparation
-Anatomy & physiology
-Accomplishing a good latch
-Measuring success
-How to handle challenges
-Pumping and milk storage




Call  281-485-2886  or e-mail us at riteofpassage@sbcglobal.net  for schedule
information and to register.   
Minimum class size must be met to hold class, please call early to register so we know how
many plan to attend.  Minimum class size is 2 couples for evening classes and 3 couples
for the Childbirth class.
         
Rite of Passage
Women's Health and Birth Center