Prepared Childbirth Classes
We’ve been expecting you………
Childbirth Classes:
- Pregnancy – normal discomforts and warning signs
- Nutrition
- Anatomy
- Relaxation techniques and comfort measures
- Stages of Labor
- Medications
- Epidural
- Medical interventions
- Cesarean section
- Breastfeeding/bottle feeding
- Post-partum recovery
- Newborn care (basic)
- Tour of Capital Medical Center Women’s Services Unit
What to bring?
- Wear comfortable clothing
- Two pillows (optional)
Snacks and drinks are provided for Tuesday classes. Light lunch provided for Fast-Track.
South Sound Women’s Center has been providing health care for women in Olympia and the south sound region since 1993. It was a natural progression to add birthing classes for our patients in our continuing effort to provide the best service possible. We know you will take home the most up-to-date information and a better understanding of pregnancy and the birthing process.
Thank you for the privilege of participating in your healthcare.
Call 360.705.1259 for class dates to accommodate your schedule:
Four-Week Series on Tuesdays from 6 to 8 pm OR
Fast-Track Class 2nd Saturday of the month from
9 am to 3 pm + the following Thursday 6 to 8 pm
(offered every other month)
(Classes that do not have a minimum of
6 couples are subject to re-scheduling.)
Cost: $95
Excellent prenatal care and a healthy lifestyle, coupled with childbirth and newborn education, provide a wonderful start to the new world of parenting.
ROBIN STAHLEY
Robin is a Registered Nurse on staff at South Sound Women’s Center. She has 15 years labor and delivery experience and has taught childbirth education for 8 years. She is married to her husband of 19 years, Keith, and the mother of two teenagers, Nathan and Cayla. Robin is a member of ICEA (International Childbirth Education Association) and is ICCE certified. "I believe that knowledge is empowering and helps reduce the fear of the unfamiliar, which has a positive impact on the birth experience."
