Childbirth Education Classes
The Childbirth Education Class is intended to prepare expectant parents for labor and birth.
It is conveniently offered as a one day class on a Saturday and covers a variety of topics including:
- The birthing process and stages of labor
- Breathing and relaxation techniques
- Pain management options
- Cesarean section preparation and recovery
- Postpartum care
- Newborn care
- And more
This course also includes a tour of the triage, labor and delivery, and mother baby unit.
When
- Second or Third Saturday of the month from 9:00am-3:00pm. See specifc dates below.
Where
- UF Health Shands Hospital
Take Main Lobby Atrium elevators to 2nd floor. Follow signs to room 2147 or 2154 as noted by date. - Parking: Park in the hospital’s East garage near the Pediatric Emergency Entrance. Parking fee will be $4 for self-park and $6 valet parking (with voucher given at class).
Cost
- $50.00 (cash, check, or money order) collected on the day of the class.
Additional Information
- Participants are asked to wear pants (or something modest) for pushing demonstration. Please bring a pillow. Snacks and beverages are allowed.
Register
- View the event page to fill out the registration form or email CHILDBIRTHED@shands.ufl.edu.
- Questions? Please call 352-265-0317.
