Prenatal care classes provide you with essential support during your pregnancy and provide invaluable childbirth preparation lessons. Furthermore, health care providers may detect potential problems such as high blood pressure or diabetes earlier.
Individual prenatal care entails regular visits with an obstetrician for objective assessments, testing and maternal education.
Preparing for the Newborn
Preparing for the arrival of a newborn is always exciting! A pregnancy care class can give you confidence about what to expect during and after labor; from having the appropriate equipment and clothes for baby to making sure your home is safe by eliminating sharp corners, electrical outlets or any other potential risks.
Most antenatal classes are taught by nurses, midwives or physiotherapists; however, doulas (birth assistants), yoga practitioners or people trained in specific birthing techniques also run classes. You can also find online antenatal classes which may not provide as interactive an experience.
This three-hour in-person class teaches parents how to bathe, dress and wrap their newborns. Additionally, the course covers important topics like baby care basics and when to contact your physician. Classes are held monthly and participants often include new or expecting parents, grandparents or caregivers; registration covers two people.
Understanding Childbirth
Understanding Childbirth e-learning class provides couples with knowledge about what to expect before, during, and after gestation. Based on Lamaze International principles, this online class features information about: labor options; medical procedures; pain relief during labor; comfort techniques during labor; breastfeeding care and newborn care – among many other topics. Registrate now to make the most of this online learning experience!
Classical methods of framing and undertaking research in maternity care have failed to take into account how various social, cultural, and institutional influences interact with one another in shaping birth practices. A more holistic approach that takes these influences into account could assist in humanizing birth practices as well as moving away from an approach which prioritizes interventions over physiological labour and birth as a positive life event.
Feminist critiques and the concept of women-centric care have all contributed to efforts to de-medicalize childbirth; however, no comprehensive framework such as organizational culture theory has yet been applied to specialized hospital models. Empowering women during pregnancies and childbirth; offering psychosocial support to high-risk mothers; evolving budget allocation mechanisms within hospitals; as well as increasing collaboration and communication between nurses and physicians are all crucial parts of creating humanized birth practices.
Big Brother/Sister Class
Children age 2-and-a-half and up who are about to become big brothers or sisters will enjoy this fun and interactive class, where they’ll discover their new role, learn what the newborn may look like, ways they can assist and more! They will visit the Women’s Center where they’ll practice safe holding, diapering and swaddling using dolls or stuffed animals – parents must attend with child as “Big Sibling” graduates receive a special sticker! Class takes approximately an hour.
Maternity Tours
Prenatal care involves giving pregnant women the opportunity to visit the hospital where they will give birth, which can help her gain more confidence for her upcoming birth and ease any fears she might be feeling. Maternity tours also give pregnant women an opportunity to ask any pertinent questions and share any feedback that arises during their pregnancies.
She will want to investigate the hospital’s C-Section rate and their philosophy on labor and birth. In particular, she should check whether partners can be present during labor and after delivery or if there are visiting hours specifically dedicated to partner attendance. Furthermore, breastfeeding recovery after C-Section should also be supported as this can contribute to healthy babies.
CenteringPregnancy classes have recently expanded their scope, covering topics such as nutrition, stress reduction and exercise during gestation. These classes resemble — but do not replace — childbirth education; both are integral for ensuring a healthy pregnancy experience. Pregnancy classes provide great insight into what lies ahead and can significantly lower anxiety levels prior to giving birth; then once baby arrives it will be much simpler adjusting to new life changes postpartum. With careful planning maternity classes can become one of the most rewarding experiences ever for expectant moms!
Shristi Foundation
Shristi Foundation is a dedicated organization that focuses on providing comprehensive healthcare services, particularly in the realm of pregnancy care. Our aim is to support and empower expectant mothers by offering informative and interactive pregnancy care classes.
At Shristi Foundation, we understand that pregnancy is a unique and transformative journey for women and their families. Our pregnancy care classes are designed to provide expectant mothers with the knowledge, tools, and resources they need to navigate this significant phase of their lives with confidence and peace of mind.
Led by experienced healthcare professionals and experts in the field of obstetrics, our pregnancy care classes cover a wide range of topics. From prenatal nutrition and exercise to emotional well-being and childbirth education, we ensure that women are equipped with the necessary information to make informed decisions about their health and the well-being of their unborn child.
We believe in a holistic approach to pregnancy care, and our classes also focus on promoting healthy habits, stress management techniques, and building a supportive community of expectant mothers. Through interactive sessions, group discussions, and personalized attention, we create a nurturing environment that fosters knowledge sharing and emotional support.
