The Parent/Family
Education Program
Childbirth and Parenting Series
Maternity Tour
Course/Class Offerings
Childbirth Preparation Series
Comprehensive Parenting Series
Sibling Preparation
Babysaver CPR and Child Safety
Meet the Doulas
Please email us to register: biparented@aol.com
The Parent/Family Education Program
Anticipating a pregnancy, planning for a birth and parenting a child are
some of life’s most exciting, challenging and memorable events.
We at Beth Israel Medical Center are dedicated to providing high quality,
compassionate, family-centered care that promotes a positive childbirth
experience. To help you meet the challenges of pregnancy, birth and starting
a new family, the Parent/Family Education Program offers a variety of
educational programs and services.
Childbirth and Parenting Series
We offer evidence-based comprehensive education for parents- to -be and
believe that both a woman and her partner should play an important role
in the birth process.
Our Childbirth/Parenting Education Series are taught by Lamaze-Certified Childbirth Educators, (LCCE). Selecting a Lamaze-Certified Childbirth Educator ensures that you will be attending a class taught by a competent, highly qualified educator who works as an advocate for childbearing women and their families. The Lamaze credential identifies an educator who has passed a rigorous examination in childbirth education and who supports the Lamaze Philosophy of Birth. Our Professional Education Staff also includes Board Certified Lactation Consultants, (IBCLC).
Classes are offered in a comfortable, supportive, family friendly environment.
All classes are limited in size.
Maternity Tour
A Private tour is included in our Childbirth Preparation series.
The OPEN HOUSE Maternity tour is offered on select days and times.
Registration is NOT required.
Please call (212) 420-2999 Option ONE for available dates, times, and
location.
FREE
Parent Family Education Program at
Beth Israel Medical Center in
Manhattan New York City.
Course/Class Offerings
Childbirth Preparation Series
Preparation for Parenthood Series: Baby Care & Parenting
Breastfeeding
Labor Review /Refresher
Other course offerings:
Meet the Doulas: A Free Monthly Information Session
Babysaver CPR And Child Safety
Sibling Preparation
Please e-mail us to register: biparented@aol.com
SPECIAL OFFER:
Receive a $50 DISCOUNT when registering for entire Series:
CHILDBIRTH & PARENTHOOD PREPARATION
(Baby Care, Parenting, and Breastfeeding)
Childbirth Preparation
Series
Focuses on preparing for labor and delivery. Relaxation and breathing
techniques, comfort measures, and the role of the support person are emphasized.
Other topics include normal labor and common variations, hospital procedures,
medication, cesarean delivery, and postpartum care. Videotapes and a tour
of our obstetrical unit are included. Registration by the 5th month of
pregnancy is recommended. Class sizes are limited.
Childbirth Preparation Options:
4-Session Class: Meets Thursdays for four consecutive
weeks. This class offers a complete childbirth education in a month. (2
½ hours $240)
2-Weekend Alternative: A condensed version of the 10-hour
series.
Provides essential information and skills for preparing for labor and
delivery. Designed for couples with limited time or availability. Two
weekend sessions. (4 hours ea.) $240
1-Weekend Alternative: Saturday & Sunday, the same weekend.
(4 hours ea.) $240
REFRESHER
For Those who have completed a childbirth preparation series. A great
review of techniques is offered during our two hour private or small goup
session ($75)
e-mail plsalvo@chpnet.org to arrange
a time
Our Comprehensive Parenting Series
“It’s not just about changing a diaper”.
OFFERED AS TWO SESSIONS :
Session One: Baby Care & Parenting
Session Two: Breastfeeding
Preparation for Parenthood Series:
Session One: Baby Care & Parenting
“Hands On”. Small classes. A Comprehensive Parenting Series. This course builds on knowledge in the appropriate order. A tapestry that encourages prospective parents to view the baby as “the expert” in guiding them through the early months and not to expect perfection from themselves. Discussion includes normal newborn behaviors, appearance and abilities, coping with the physical, emotional and relationship changes after the baby’s arrival, coping with fatigue, time management, getting help, dealing with criticism and unsolicited advice, postpartum depression, sexuality and more. Practice the fundamentals of infant care: how to bathe, diaper, dress and comfort a baby. Identify signs of illness, and discuss safety issues.
Parenthood Series Options:
The Weekday: 2 (2 1/4 hour) sessions $135
The Weekender: One Saturday or Sunday 4 ½ Hours
One Session $135
Session Two: Breastfeeding
Taught by certified lactation consultants, this seminar covers the basics
of getting started. Infant feeding focusing on breastfeeding, considered
to be the gold standard for infants. Topics include proper positioning,
and latch-on, avoiding nipple soreness and engorgement and expressing
and storing milk. Partners are encouraged to attend.
(2 1/2 hours) $75
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Sibling Preparation
Offered by our Child Life Specialists. Prior to birth: A
tour of the facility, discussion about babies, diaper demonstration, arts
and craft project, and a certificate is presented. A Big Brother/ Sister
gift bag is given in the hospital following the birth. $25 per child.
Please Contact:
Marcia Graham
MGraham@chpnet.org
(212) 420-4323
Babysaver CPR and Child Safety
Taught by pediatric emergency specialists, this course includes
accident
prevention, child-proofing your home, what to do in choking and
near-drowning situations, in addition to CPR. (4 hours)
$50/ per person, $80/ per couple
Please contact:
Honey Shields, Director of Child Life
Hshields@chpnet.org
(212) 420-2429 or (212) 420-4323
Meet the Doulas - A Free
Monthly Information Session
Find Out:
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How you can shorten your labor and decrease the risk of cesarean
- What a labor support doula can do for you. Ask questions in a relaxed atmosphere
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