Class Offerings

Birth & Women's Health Center
2595 N. Wyatt Dr.
Tucson, AZ 85712
Phone: 520-795-9912
Fax: 520-795-9934

Pregnancy and Parenting Education Program
January 2007-December 2007

The Birth & Women's Health Center cares about you and your family. We want to help you plan and prepare for one of life's most wondrous and memorable events. Birthing and parenting may seem overwhelming at times but we are here to help ease the transition. Educating yourself and your family about this unique year will give you skills and confidence. Husbands, partners, or support persons are welcome (one per patient).

Fees : The $75 Education fee must be paid by all patients attending any classes, including Centering, and allows you to attend unlimited classes. Repeat Birth Center families pay only a $25 fee. Non-Birth Center patients may attend classes for $25 per class.

Childbirth Choices: In this 2 hour forum one of our CNM's discusses our philosophy of care, and pregnancy and birth options that are available today. Included is a tour of our birth center. This class is Free. Session is one evening only.

Group Prenatal Care: replaces individual one-on-one prenatal visits with a series of group meetings with women at approximately the same gestation. In addition to the same confidential testing and screening women would receive in individual prenatal care, Group Prenatal Care participants receive education, resource referral, and group support. Using this cutting-edge model, prenatal care is provided to women in groups of about ten who meet regularly for both professional and peer support throughout pregnancy and early parenthood. The $75 Education fee includes this series, and replaces the Childbirth Education Series.

Childbirth Education Series: The emphasis of this 10 hour course is on the labor and birth experience. You'll develop pain management skills, discuss childbirth options, and be introduced to relaxation techniques. Partners and/or support persons are encouraged to explore what their roles will be during the labor & birth. Included is a tour of TMC Labor & Delivery and our Birth Center. This series includes the Breastfeeding Basics class. 5 week series (2 hr class). The $75 Education fee includes this series.

Childbirth Refresher Class: A one time class for those who have already had a baby or those taking childbirth classes outside our Birth Center. A time to focus on the end of pregnancy, discuss birthing options, develop pain management techniques, and plan possible changes for a more satisfying birth experience. Last 30" of class focuses on short stay and homecoming information for those delivering at the Birth Center. The $75 Education fee includes this class.

Sibling Class: An opportunity for siblings to learn about birth basics, what newborns are like, and changes that will occur in their family. We practice diapering dolls and watch a video. The $75 Education fee includes this class. *Note: This class will be discontinued indefinitely, after the January 9 th session.
Waterbirth Class: Come learn more about this increasingly popular method of relaxation in labor & birth. Includes video and discussion of frequently asked questions. The $75 Education fee includes this class.
Breastfeeding Basics Class : In this three hour class you will get a comprehensive understanding of the breastfeeding benefits for mom and baby. Learn positions and techniques for feeding. Find out how dad can play a supportive role in the breastfeeding experience . The $75 Education fee includes this class.

Mom & Baby Group: Moms gather to share their feelings and experiences of motherhood and obtain current information on newborn care. This informal group meets in the Birth Center living room. Bring your baby! No registration required; please drop by. Fathers welcome. Free

• Registration is required for all classes (unless noted). Classes fill up quickly, so please register early.

• Payment for class fees is required upon registration.

• Refunds are given only if classes are cancelled at least one week prior to class start date.

Childbirth Choices
Thursdays from 6:30-8:30 PM
Jan. 4, 2007 or Jan. 18, 2007
Feb. 1, 2007 or Feb. 15, 2007
Mar. 1, 2007 or Mar. 15, 2006
Apr. 12, 2007 or Apr. 26, 2007
May 10, 2007 or May 24, 2007
June 7, 2007 or June 21, 2007
July 5, 2007 or July 19, 2007
Aug. 2, 2007 or Aug. 16, 2007
Sep. 6, 2007 or Sep. 20, 2007
Oct. 4, 2007 or Oct. 18, 2007
Nov. 1, 2007 or Nov. 15, 2007
Dec. 13, 2007 or Dec 27, 2007
Jan. 10, 2008 or Jan. 24, 2008

Childbirth Education -
Five Week Series
Tuesdays 6:30-8:30 PM
Jan. 9 - Feb. 6, 2007
Feb. 20 - Mar. 20, 2007
Apr. 3 - May 1, 2007
May 15- Jun. 12, 2007
Jun. 26 - Jul. 24, 2007
Aug. 7 - Sep. 5, 2007
Sep. 18 - Oct 26, 2007
Oct. 30 - Nov. 27, 2007
Dec. 11, 2007 - Jan. 22, 2008

Water Birth
Tuesdays 5:00-6:15 PM
Feb. 13, 2007
March 27, 2007
May 8, 2007
July 19, 2007
July 31, 2007
Sept. 11, 2007
Oct. 23, 2007

Mom & Baby Group
Tuesdays: 12:30-2:30pm - New Baby Group (meets at Birth Center)
Fridays (Viernes):12:00-1:30pm - Groupo en Espanol (En el Senior Center en El Pueblo Center - 6 Avenida x Irvington)
Saturdays: 9:30-11:30am - Toddler Play Group (location Varies, contact Julie at 795-9912)
Saturdays: 12:30-2:30pm - New Baby Group (meets at Birth Center)

Group Prenatal Care -
"Centering Pregnancy"
Mondays or Wednesdays
Due date January: 8/16-1/31
       Wednesdays 6:30 PM
Due date February: 9/14-2/22
      Thursdays 6:30 PM
Due date March: 10/16-4/2
       Mondays 6:30PM
Due date April: 11/20-4/23
       Mondays 6:30 PM
Due date May: 1/10-5/30
       Wednesdays 6:30 PM
Due date June: 1/24-6/20
       Wednesdays 6:30 PM
Due date July: 2/7-7/25
       Wednesdays 4:00 PM
Due date August: 3/8-8/23
       Thursdays 6:30 PM
Due date September: 4/11-9/26
       Wednesdays 4:00 PM
Due date October: 5/7-10/22
       Mondays 6:30 PM
Due date November: 6/11-11/26
       Mondays 6:30 PM
Due date December: 7/11-12/19
       Wednesdays 6:30 PM

Childbirth Refresher
Tuesdays 6:30-8:30 PM
Feb. 13, 2007
Mar. 27, 2007
May 8, 2007
Jun. 19, 2007
Jul. 31, 2007
Sep. 11, 2007
Oct. 23, 2007
Dec. 4, 2007
Jan. 20, 2008
Sibling
Tuesdays 5-6:15 PM
Jan. 9, 2007
Breastfeeding
Tuesdays 6:30-8:30
Feb. 6 , 2007
Mar. 20, 2007
May 1, 2007
Jun. 12, 2007
Jul. 24, 2007
Sep. 5, 2007
Oct. 16, 2007
Nov. 27, 2007