Pregnancy, Birth and Parenting
Classes, Groups and Tours
Childbirth and Parenting Preparation
This in-person class is offered as a five-night or two-day series. Topics covered include the challenges and joys of pregnancy, labor process, birthing options, newborn care, adjustments to your new role as parents and more. Additionally, a tour of North Memorial Health Family Birth Center – Maple Grove Hospital is conducted during class.
Upcoming
Childbirth and Parenting Preparation | Two-Day Class
North Memorial Health – Maple Grove Hospital 9875 Hospital DriveClass dates: November 23 & 24. This class is for expectant parents who have not previously taken a childbirth class. It is recommended to complete this class by your 36th week of pregnancy.
Childbirth and Parenting Preparation | Five-Night Class
North Memorial Health – Maple Grove Hospital 9875 Hospital DriveClass dates: December 5, 12, 19, January 2 & 9. This class is for expectant parents who have not previously taken a childbirth class. It is recommended to complete this class by your 36th week of pregnancy.
Childbirth and Parenting Preparation | Two-Day Class
North Memorial Health – Maple Grove Hospital 9875 Hospital DriveClass dates: December 7 & 8. This class is for expectant parents who have not previously taken a childbirth class. It is recommended to complete this class by your 36th week of pregnancy.
Understanding Birth & Your Newborn (Online)
This on-demand course covers a variety of birth and newborn topics to help you prepare for the birth of your baby. You will have access to our educators to answer questions as you go through the online classes. This interactive course includes videos, printable worksheets, quizzes, extended activities, tips for partners, resources and tools. Allow 6-8 hours to complete this course.
Breastfeeding Class
Topics covered in this class include how to determine if your baby is getting enough milk, correct positioning and latch of the baby, and how to pump and store breast milk. We will also share tips for mom’s care and suggestions on how to get support people involved.
Upcoming
Breastfeeding Class
North Memorial Health – Maple Grove Hospital 9875 Hospital DriveThis in-person class helps prepare you for successful breastfeeding. It is recommended to take this class between your 28th and 36th week of pregnancy.
Breastfeeding Class
North Memorial Health – Maple Grove Hospital 9875 Hospital DriveThis in-person class helps prepare you for successful breastfeeding. It is recommended to take this class between your 28th and 36th week of pregnancy.
Breastfeeding Class
North Memorial Health – Maple Grove Hospital 9875 Hospital DriveThis in-person class helps prepare you for successful breastfeeding. It is recommended to take this class between your 28th and 36th week of pregnancy.
Understanding Breastfeeding (Online)
This on-demand course will help you prepare for successful breastfeeding as you learn how to ensure your baby is getting enough milk, how to use your pump and how to store milk. You will have access to our educators to answer questions as you go through the online classes. This interactive course includes videos, printable worksheets, quizzes, extended activities, tips for partners, resources and tools. Allow 1.5 – 2 hours to complete this course.
North – Maple Grove Hospital Family Birth Center
As you prepare for the addition to your family, you are invited to walk through North – Maple Grove Hospital Family Birth Center and hear about how intentionally designed spaces and medical/nursing expertise will join you in your birthing journey. If you are taking our Childbirth and Parenting Preparation class, this tour is conducted during class, so additional tour registration is not needed.
Upcoming
North – Maple Grove Hospital Family Birth Center Tour
North Memorial Health – Maple Grove Hospital 9875 Hospital DriveThis 45-minute tour will offer you an in-depth look at everything North – Maple Grove Hospital Family Birth Center has to offer.
North – Maple Grove Hospital Family Birth Center Tour
North Memorial Health – Maple Grove Hospital 9875 Hospital DriveThis 45-minute tour will offer you an in-depth look at everything North – Maple Grove Hospital Family Birth Center has to offer.
North – Maple Grove Hospital Family Birth Center Tour
North Memorial Health – Maple Grove Hospital 9875 Hospital DriveThis 45-minute tour will offer you an in-depth look at everything North – Maple Grove Hospital Family Birth Center has to offer.
Big Brother Big Sister Class
North Memorial Health – Maple Grove Hospital provides a Big Brother Big Sister class for siblings to learn about their exciting new role.
Upcoming
Big Brother Big Sister Class
North Memorial Health – Maple Grove Hospital 9875 Hospital DriveIn this class, children from 3 – 7 years old will have an opportunity to explore their new role through storytelling, activities and a visit to North – Maple Grove Hospital Family Birth Center.
Mommy & Me
Our Mommy & Me support group meets every Wednesday from 1:30-3:00 p.m. in the Maple Grove Medical Center, attached to North Memorial Health – Maple Grove Hospital. The group meets in the lower level, which can be accessed via the elevators near the outpatient pharmacy. View map.
We also invite you to learn more about resiliency in parenthood, particularly in those early stages, from our Director of Workforce Wellbeing, Kerry Appleton. Watch her video.
Upcoming
Mommy and Me
North Memorial Health – Maple Grove Medical Center 9855 Hospital DriveOur Mommy & Me support group meets every Wednesday from 1:30-3:00 p.m. in the Maple Grove Medical Center, attached to North – Maple Grove Hospital.
Mommy and Me
North Memorial Health – Maple Grove Medical Center 9855 Hospital DriveOur Mommy & Me support group meets every Wednesday from 1:30-3:00 p.m. in the Maple Grove Medical Center, attached to North – Maple Grove Hospital.
Mommy and Me
North Memorial Health – Maple Grove Medical Center 9855 Hospital DriveOur Mommy & Me support group meets every Wednesday from 1:30-3:00 p.m. in the Maple Grove Medical Center, attached to North – Maple Grove Hospital.
Car Seat Clinic
Call 763-581-3743 or email amanda.mccallum@northmemorial.com to schedule an appointment at one of our Car Seat Clinics. Appointments take 30-45 minutes per child seat.