Childbirth and Infant Care
We combine the childbirth and infant care courses so you get the most of your time and class experience. Our combined course addresses the experience of pregnancy, childbirth, and infant care. The content we cover includes:
Childbirth Content
- Anatomy/physiology of pregnancy and labor
- Relaxation and breathing techniques
- Labor and birth experience
- When to call a doctor
- Vaginal and Cesarean birth
- Comfort measures
- Medical interventions
- Postpartum care
Infant Care Content
- Initial procedures and screenings
- Infant behavior and development
- Crying and comforting
- Feeding, bathing, and diapering
- Safety issues
- Pediatrician selection
- Home preparation