Parent Education Classes

This childbirth class alternative is for couples who prefer learning in the comfort of their own home and at their own pace or for couples who are on bedrest or who have scheduling conflicts.

This interactive online childbirth program includes videos and illustrations that provides couples with the skills that are essential to an informed childbirth experience.

Register for an online childbirth class

This class focuses on preparation for childbirth, emphasizing the experience of labor and birth and the important role of the support person . A variety of comfort measures are taught and practiced in class, including relaxation and breathing techniques. Special Procedures and epidurals are discussed, as well as an overview of cesarean birth, postpartum, and the newborn. Registration fee includes partner. Yoga mats are available at the class.

Register for an in-person childbirth class

This 2 day class focuses on preparation for childbirth, emphasizing the experience of labor and birth and the important role of the support person . A variety of comfort measures are taught and practiced in class, including relaxation and breathing techniques. Special procedures and epidurals are discussed, as well as an overview of cesarean birth, postpartum, and the newborn. Registration fee includes partner. Yoga mats are available at the class.

Register for a 2 day series childbirth class

This 3 day series, over 3 consecutive weeks, focuses on preparation for childbirth, emphasizing the experience of labor and birth and the important role of the support person. A variety of comfort measures are taught and practiced in class, including relaxation and breathing techniques. Special Procedures and epidurals are discussed, as well as an overview of cesarean birth, postpartum, and the newborn. Registration fee includes partner.

Register for a 3 day series childbirth class

Sometimes a planned cesarean (C-section) is a necessary surgical birth option for a healthy mom and a healthy baby. Becoming informed and prepared will help you gain understanding and help you make good choices.

In our online cesarean class, you will learn what to expect during your hospital stay and how to have a good recovery process when you return home.

Register for an online cesarean class

This non-certification course is designed for new parents, grandparents and caregivers of your infant. Information about infant CPR and choking, as well as how to baby-proof your house will be provided.

Register for an infant safety and CPR class

Our interactive Maternity Tour provides expectant families an opportunity to become familiar with all the services we provide on the Labor & Delivery and The New Family Center units. Please be sure to register all who will attend the tour, including children and grandparents.

Register for an upcoming maternity tour

A self-study program is designed to help new parents transition to parenting right in the comfort of their own home This class gives you a wonderful guide to help you learn about the basics of taking care of your new baby.

Register for an online newborn care class

This interactive class is designed to help expectant, new parents, grandparents, or caregivers develop realistic expectations while learning the basics of infant care. Topics will include soothing techniques, guidelines for safe sleep, diapering, car seat safety, feeding, and bathing. Invaluable parenting tips and resources will help build your parenting skills. Registration fee includes partner.

Register for an in-person newborn class

Preparing for fatherhood is no easy task. Men want to support their partners and new babies, but often feel lost and unsure about how to do that. This useful, informative, and entertaining class was created for men to help them find their way on this unique journey.

With a positive focus on the importance of being involved right from the start, you'll learn how to support your partner through pregnancy and birth, as well as survival tips for those first few sleep-deprived months with a newborn.

Register for an online fatherhood class

Growing your family? Help your child become a super sibling!

This online sibling preparation class teaches you how to support your child as they grow into their role of big brother or sister. You will learn how to answer tough questions, ways to help your child feel involved, how to reduce jealousy and more.

Plus, to encourage your sibling-to-be, there are fun lessons to do together, complete with kid-friendly video clips, coloring pages and activities (recommended for ages 3-7).

Register for an online sibling class

Motor vehicle crashes are a leading killer of children and their families around the world. This presentation is intended to expand your understanding of basic vehicle passenger safety, selecting and use of car seats appropriate for a child's size, and vehicular heatstroke awareness. This class is offered in partnership with Cooks Children and Safe Kids of North Texas. This is a virtual class using Zoom Meeting.

Register for a virtual car seat education class