
| 2010 Class Schedule Childbirth Classes $125 from 9am - 4pm whole class or refresher available from 1-4 on same dates ($50) 01/16 9am - 4pm 02/06 9am - 4pm 03/13 9am - 4pm 04/10 9am - 4pm 05/08 9am - 4pm 06/12 9am - 4pm 07/24 9am - 4pm 08/14 9am - 4pm 09/18 9am - 4pm 10/09 9am - 4pm 11/13 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. |