Virtual Childbirth Preparation Classes

July 05, 2021

Riverside is proud to offer virtual Childbirth Preparation Classes. Using Zoom, Mom-to-be and her partner or support person can explore the many choices available to make their birth experience personal and positive. These include comprehensive information on pregnancy, labor, and birth, as well as relaxation and breathing techniques, all from the safety of your home. 

Registration is required. This program is a series of four classes offered on Mondays. When registering, please provide an email address and instructions for virtually joining the class will be sent to you.

The July series dates are 7/5, 7/12, 7/19 and 7/26.

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16

In-Person, Postpartum Health & Baby Care: Your Guide to the 4th Trimester

This is the class you didn't know you needed!

The Fourth Trimester, also known as the postpartum period, is a time of intense change in your baby, your body and your lifestyle.  Learn more about the adjustments you and your little one will experience in the weeks after delivery.

In this class, your instructor will share examples of how to care for yourself and your baby, along with reassurance that the changes and ups and downs experienced in the 4th trimester are normal and to be expected.

Registration is required. Please register by clicking the yellow REGISTER NOW button to the right and provide the requested information, including your email address.

Attendance is limited to the expectant mother and 1 additional person, therefore ONLY the expectant mother needs to register for this class. Registration will close once we have reached capacity. As the class date approaches, you will receive an email from the instructor with additional information about the class. 
 
Your instructor will meet you in the Tower Lobby to take you to the classroom.
 
This In-person class, Guide to the 4th Trimester, is offered on one scheduled Thursday evening each month from 5:30 – 7:00 p.m. 
 
We look forward to helping you learn more about  how to care for yourself and your baby along with the reassurance that the ups and downs of the 4th trimester are normal and expected.

Thursday 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM

Riverside Regional Medical Center
500 J. Clyde Morris Blvd
Newport News, VA, 23601

Women's Health

Oct

18

In-Person Breastfeeding Course

Breastfeeding is natural, but there are skills to be learned that can help promote successful breastfeeding. In this two-hour in-person class, our lactation consultant will help familiarize expectant parents with the knowledge and skills they need to get breastfeeding off to a great start.

Attendance is limited to the expectant mother and 1 additional person, therefore ONLY the expectant mother needs to register for this class. Registration will close once we have reached capacity.

Registration is required. Click the yellow "Register Now" button to the right to register for the class. Please be sure to provide your email address.

As the class date approaches, you will receive an email from the instructor with additional information about the class. Your instructor will meet you in the Tower Lobby to take you to the classroom.

Our in-person breastfeeding classes are being offered on one Saturday morning each month from 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.

We look forward to you joining us!

Saturday 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Riverside Regional Medical Center
500 J. Clyde Morris Blvd
Newport News, VA, 23601

Women's Health

Oct

18

Family Infant CPR Class

It's unlikely the need for performing CPR would arise, but if it did you would want to know exactly what to do. This class will share how to recognize the need for CPR and basic CPR will be presented. No certification will be provided.

Classes will be held on one Saturday each month from 1:00 – 2:30 pm. Your instructor will meet you in the Tower Entrance Lobby and escort you to the classroom.

Classes are held at Riverside Regional Medical Center, Newport News, VA in the WICU Classroom on the 2nd floor of the Tower Entrance.

Registration is required. To register, click on the yellow REGISTER NOW button to the right and complete the form. Be sure to include your email address so that information can be shared with you relating to the class.

Attendance is limited to the expectant mother and 1 additional adult, therefore ONLY the expectant mother needs to register for this course. Registration will close once we have reached capacity.

We look forward to you joining this class!

Saturday 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

Riverside Regional Medical Center
500 J. Clyde Morris Blvd
Newport News, VA, 23601

Women's Health

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