Childbirth Preparation Series

Each series is comprehensive 12-hour course offered during the evening for four weeks. These classes focus on five aspects of the birthing process: phases of labor and delivery, options for pain relief, Cesarean birth (C-section), breathing and relaxation conditioning, and the postpartum period. Each series will also include a variety of childbirth videos and written materials. There will be plenty of opportunities to ask questions and interact with other class participants.

Registration: Call 1-866-7Swedish or use ONLINE REGISTRATION.

Prepared Childbirth 30+ Series

This is a 12-hour series that is offered one evening each week for five consecutive weeks or on three consecutive weekend days. The course is identical to the Childbirth Preparation Series (above); however, each participant is at least 30 years old.

Registration: Call 1-866-7Swedish or use ONLINE REGISTRATION.

Childbirth Express

This is a one-time childbirth preparation course intended for those who are unable to attend the longer series, as a refresher class or when one partner has not had a baby. The class content is the same as the Childbirth Preparation Series (above) except condensed; Cesarean birth is only covered briefly, and relaxation/breathing techniques are explained, but there is limited time to practice. An optional OB Hospital Orientation Tour is offered following the class.

Suggested pairings: The Comfort Zone (below), All about Baby, Baby Safe, Breastfeeding Prep, Boot Camp for New Dads, Dunstan Baby Language, Hug Your Baby

Registration: Call 1-866-7Swedish or use ONLINE REGISTRATION.

Childbirth Refresher (private class)

This one-time private class is specifically designed for parents who have already had a baby. Generally, labor progresses faster with subsequent children; therefore we will focus on how things are different in each of the phases of labor and delivery. Breathing and relaxation conditioning, options in pain management, and Cesarean birth will all be reviewed. We will also discuss issues surrounding parenting more than one child. An optional OB Hospital Orientation Tour is offered following the class.

To register for this private class, please call 303-788-6251.

Labor, Birth and Beyond

This class is a weekend course combining our Childbirth Express class and breastfeeding instruction. It is designed for busy parents to be, who have limited time to take our classes individually. An optional OB Hospital Orientation Tour is offered following the class.

Suggested pairings: The Comfort Zone (below), Baby Safe, Dunstan Baby Language, Hug Your Baby

Registration: Call 1-866-7Swedish or use ONLINE REGISTRATION.

Birth and Baby Basics

Do you and your significant other have busy schedules? Don't worry-you still can be prepared for your baby-now in a Friday night and Saturday class! This course combines the Childbirth Express class and the All about Baby class and even covers information about the postpartum period. Due to the condensed nature of class, we ask that parents bring a sack lunch to eat during class on Saturday. Note: This class does not include the breastfeeding class. If you wish to register for a class that includes breastfeeding, please register for Labor, Birth and Beyond.

Suggested pairings: Breastfeeding Prep, The Comfort Zone (below), Baby Safe, Dunstan Baby Language, Hug Your Baby

Registration: Call 1-866-7Swedish or use ONLINE REGISTRATION.

The Comfort Zone

Do you want practice and guidance for your labor breathing and relaxation techniques? Come to the Comfort Zone ...where practice makes perfect! Each month, our instructors teach a new technique that will help promote comfort and relaxation during your labor. This class is the perfect complement to Childbirth Express, Multiples Connections or as a quick refresher for second-time parents as a significant amount of time in class is spent practicing positioning, deep breathing and relaxation.

Registration: Call 1-866-7Swedish or use ONLINE REGISTRATION.