Preparing for Childbirth In-Person

December 7, 2024 · 9:00 am - 4:00 pm EST
Atrium Health Morehead Medical Plaza
1025 Morehead Medical Drive
Park on the 3rd floor in the Morehead Medical Plaza Parking Deck. Cross the skybridge and take the elevators on the right up to the 5th floor. There will be a sign with the classroom number.
Charlotte, NC 28204
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Description

This class, taught by a certified childbirth educator, helps to prepare parents arrival of baby by providing education on:


  • Late pregnancy
  • What to expect in Labor and Delivery
  • Labor, including coping and comfort strategies including relaxation and breathing techniques, other pain management options
  • Delivery types
  • Physical and emotional changes for you and your baby
  • Warning signs and when to call your OB
  • Question and answer session
  • Brief information on other classes available for you
  • Basic newborn information
  • Abbreviated virtual maternity center tour as well as information about your hospital stay.


Please plan to schedule this class so that you will complete the class by your 34th-37th week of pregnancy if possible.


There will be class discussion, films on birth (both vaginal and cesarean section deliveries)

A pregnant woman holding her tummy and being comforted by two support partners.

Locations

  • Atrium Health Morehead Medical Plaza
    1025 Morehead Medical Drive
    Park on the 3rd floor in the Morehead Medical Plaza Parking Deck. Cross the skybridge and take the elevators on the right up to the 5th floor. There will be a sign with the classroom number.
    Charlotte, NC 28204
    Directions

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