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First Aid for Parents This one-day non-certification class for parents and other caregivers of infants and children includes basic first aid, emergencies common to babies and children, and Infant/Child CPR. Instructors are certified by the American Heart Association. “Family and Friends First Aid for Children” and “Family and Friends CPR” participation cards will be received in this class. Individualized Childbirth Classes This class is available to expectant parents who request individualized instruction. Course content includes phases of labor, comfort techniques medical interventions, and more. This class will enhance your understanding of labor and birth. A certified childbirth educator will address your specific needs and concerns. Two class sessions, two hours each. Infant/Child Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) This one evening non-certification class focuses on Infant/Child CPR and obstructed airway techniques taught in a “watch and practice” format. Instructors are certified by the American Heart Association. A “Family and Friends CPR” participation card will be received in this class. Lamaze ® Childbirth Classes This six-week series provides information on the phases of labor, common medical options and comfort techniques, including support, positioning, breathing and relaxation. Brief overviews of postpartum and newborn are presented. These classes promote the Lamaze ® Philosophy of Birth and the Six Care Practices of the Lamaze ® Institute for Normal Birth. Additional time is spent practicing comfort measures, as these classes are a half-hour longer than Prepared Childbirth classes. They are taught by childbirth educators certified by Lamaze ® International. A tour of the Harrisburg Hospital Birth Center is included. Prepared Childbirth This six-week series focuses on preparation for childbirth, emphasizing the experience of labor and birth and the supportive role of the partner. A variety of comfort measures are taught and practiced in class, including relaxation and breathing techniques. Medical options are discussed, as well as a brief overview of postpartum and newborn. Taught by certified childbirth educators, these classes will enhance your understanding of labor and birth and provide valuable information to help you prepare for your birth experience. A tour of the Harrisburg Hospital Birth Center is included. Siblings: A New Baby at Our House — Babies and Big Kids This class, designed for children four to nine years of age, includes discussion and a children’s video about birth and becoming a big brother or sister. Children also have the opportunity to practice holding dolls and learn how newborn babies look and behave. Class includes a child’s tour of the Maternity Center and Newborn Nursery. Siblings: A New Baby at Our House — Babies and Toddlers This group is designed for two and three-year-olds who are about to become big brothers or sisters. Each child should bring a favorite doll or teddy bear for the play activities. There will also be a short tour, but no video will be shown. The Happiest Baby Join the growing number of parents using Dr. Harvey Karp’s method to calm their crying babies. In a single class you will learn Dr. Karp’s secrets for making babies happy. Practice the 5 S’s used to engage your baby’s “calming reflex.” These techniques are most beneficial for babies from birth to two months of age. Instructors teaching this class have completed The Happiest Baby Certification Program. Class fee includes “The Happiest Baby on the Block” DVD and “Soothing Sounds” CD. 26 Y O U R B A B Y ’ S B I R T H
Tiny-Touch Infant Massage Loving, nurturing touch between parent and infant has a positive effect on the child’s development. Bring your baby (six weeks to six months old) and learn the techniques and benefits of massaging your infant. This four-week series also offers time to meet with other new parents. Massage oil is provided in the class. Twins, Triplets or More This class, for parents expecting multiples, is recommended for the second trimester. The class is intended to supplement the regular childbirth class with information specific to your family’s unique needs. A tour of the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) is included. Vaginal Birth After Cesarean (VBAC) Individualized or small class instruction for parents who previously had a cesarean and want a vaginal birth for this pregnancy. Guidelines for a vaginal birth and the additional needs of a VBAC mother are discussed. Parents are also encouraged to attend a refresher class to learn confort techniques and medical options. Weekend Childbirth Seminar This seminar condenses the material taught in the six-week Prepared Childbirth course. There is a one-hour lunch break on Saturday. This class does not include a Birth Center tour. Weekend Lamaze ® Seminar This seminar condenses the material taught in the six-week Lamaze ® Childbirth course. There is a one-hour lunch break on Saturday. This class does not include a Birth Center tour. 27 Y O U R B A B Y ’ S B I R T H
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