A class designed for youth, ages 11-14, to learn how to be responsible baby-sitters. Safety is emphasized as well as how to keep both the children and the parents happy. Participants are also given information on how to start and maintain a baby-sitting business.
For more information or questions about this class, contact Mother/Baby Contact at 731-541-6448 or at wcclasses@wth.org .
Those soon-to-be big brothers and sisters will learn what their role will be when their new baby arrives. Children will learn about newborn behavior and basic baby care, along with touring the Women's Center. Each child will receive a T-shirt that proudly states "I'm the big brother/sister." For ages three and up
For more information or questions about this class, contact Mother/Baby Contact at 731-541-6448 or at wcclasses@wth.org .
These classes are designed for the expectant mother and her labor partner to provide instruction on breathing, relaxation, and coping techniques for use during labor with or without medication. Become familiar with the stages and variations of labor including back labor, c-section, induction, and epidural delivery using instruction, video, and interactive floor activities. This class includes a tour of the Labor and Delivery area at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital. The classes are taught by registered nurses who are trained childbirth educators. One evening class weekly for three weeks. A two-part Saturday series is also offered.
For more information or questions about this class, contact Mother/Baby Contact at 731-541-6448 or at wcclasses@wth.org .
This one-time class is for both mom and dad. Class covers all the basics of taking care of a newborn (umbilical cord care, circumcision care, diaper rash, colic, bathing, burping, bonding, safe sleep and more).
For more information or questions about this class, contact Mother/Baby Contact at 731-541-6448 or at wcclasses@wth.org .
For more information or questions about this class, contact Mother/Baby Contact at 731-541-6448 or at wcclasses@wth.org .
Women's Center Class
A one-time class that prepares women and their support person for breastfeeding. Topics covered: what to expect the first several weeks and beyond, importance of good positioning and latch, pumping, hand expression and how your support person can help. Taught by a Lactation Consultant.
For more information or questions about this class, contact Mother/Baby Contact at 731-541-6448 or at wcclasses@wth.org .