Childbirth and Parenting Preparation (In-person)

This in-person class is for expectant parents who have not previously taken a childbirth class. It is recommended to begin this in your 28th-36th week of pregnancy. This class is offered in-person as a five-night series or a two-day weekend format.

Masks are required to attend this class.

Topics covered include:

• Challenge & Joys of Pregnancy
• Labor Process
• Birthing Options
• Cesarean Birth
• Breathing, Relaxation and Labor Support Role
• Newborn Care
• Adjustments to New Role as Parents
• Delivery at Maple Grove Hospital

If you have questions, please contact Lindsay Juntunen at Lindsay.Juntunen@maplegrovehospital.org or call 763-581-1808.

We also offer an online Understanding Birth & Your Newborn course and an online Understanding Breastfeeding course.