Preparing for Your Baby’s Birth
Classes designed to enhance your childbirth experience

If you have questions about your pregnancy, are nervous about labor and delivery or worried about becoming a new parent ... then join the crowd! That’s what childbirth education classes are for - a chance to share ideas and concerns with other expectant parents and learn from an expert. Being prepared will enhance your childbirth experience and decrease your anxiety. Expectant Moms may be accompanied by their partner, coach, friend or family member.

North Country Hospital’s Maternal Child Department offers 2 options:
The Six Week Class on Wednesday evenings from 6:30-8:30 pm (except November which is Mondays)

The Two-Day Saturday Class from 9am - 2 pm
We offer a two-day option for an in-depth childbirth education program. This two-day class is a good alternative - perfect for students and working parents-to-be!

This class is designed for first time parents or for those wishing a refresher course in labor and delivery. Those wishing a refresher course may choose to attend the first Saturday only.

Cost
Cost is covered by most insurance plans. If you are a Healthy Babies client please give us your insurance number and we will bill Healthy Babies. Please do not let cost prohibit you from attending; no one will be turned away for financial need!

Topics to be covered include:

• Coping with pregnancy
• The dynamics of labor and delivery
• Relaxation and comfort techniques
• Pain relief options
• Infant care and feeding
• Birth videos
• Family care
• Car seat safety
  

2006 Schedule
Six Week Classes are held Wednesday evenings from 6:30-8:30 pm.
Sessions begin:
January 11, 2006
March 8, 2006
May 10, 2006
September 6, 2006
November 6, 2006 (Monday evenings)

Two Day Saturday Classes are held from 9 am - 2 pm. Saturdays:
January 7 & 14
February 25 & March 4
April 22 & 29
July 8 & 15
August 12 & 19
October 21 & 18

One Day Refresher Classes are held the 1st Saturday of each session:
January 7
February 25
April 22
July 8
August 12
October 21

Child Birth Preparation Team
Kitty Edwards, RN, CBE, Childbirth Educator
Susan Birge, RN, CBE, Childbirth Educator
Faye Hilliker-Poutre, RN, IBCLC, Certified Lactation Consultant
Susan Morin, RN, IBCLC, Certified Lactation Consultant
Kathy Fabian, RN, Director of Maternal Child Health

Our Beautiful Birthing Center
Let our family help you create your family. North Country Hospital’s newly remodeled Birthing Center has 4 beautiful birthing rooms. These intimate, warmly decorated rooms let you have your baby in a special setting with all of the comfort and privacy of your own bedroom and a relaxing whirlpool tub. You will still have all of the medical attention and modern equipment of a traditional delivery room. The birthing room concept allows the family to participate in the birth in a relaxed atmosphere.

North Country Hospital's Maternal/ Child Department has been well known for its philosophy of family centered care for quite some time. During your stay with us, a designated support person is welcome to spend the night if a bed is available. Flexible visiting hours, a complimentary fruit basket and gift for baby will enhance your visit.

Our highly trained staff is always available for phone consultation and we have two certified lactation consultants who specialize in breast-feeding support.

The birthing rooms are a part of our family centered care and make it possible for all of our moms to enjoy a family birthing experience if they wish. You are welcome to come visit anytime and see the birthplace for your family.

Call The Wellness Center (802) 334-5566 for information or to register.