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Mountain Vista Medical Center’s Childbirth Classes are designed to help new parents prepare for childbirth and caring for a newborn.
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Preparing for Childbirth |
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Our childbirth preparation class covers a variety of topics to help you prepare for the birth of your baby. You’ll learn what to expect during the various stages of labor, breathing and relaxation techniques, your options for pain management and how your coach can help you through labor. A tour of the birthing center is included. This class is offered as a series, one night a week over a four-week period and includes three prenatal classes and one infant care class. Light refreshments will be served.
Class Fees:
Delivering at Mountain Vista Medical Center $55.00
Delivering at another facility $75.00
Class Size: Limited to 15 couples
Upcoming Classes (4 week class):
Classes are held on Tuesday evenings for four consecutive weeks.
Start Date: Tuesday, July 8, 2008 (7:00 pm - 9:00 pm)
Start Date: Tuesday, August 5, 2008 (7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.)
Start Date: Tuesday, September 2, 2008 (7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.)
Start Date: Tuesday, October 7, 2008 (7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.)
Upcoming Classes (1 day class):
This class is 8 hours and is held on Saturday.
Saturday, July 12, 2008 (9:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.)
Saturday, September 13, 2008 (9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.)
Register Online or Call (480) 358-6672. |
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Preparing for Your Caesarean Section |
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Our Caesarean section (C-section) preparation class is offered to women who are scheduled for a C-section or if a physician has indicated that there may be an indication for a C-section. The class will answer your and your partner's questions and make you more comfortable with the surgery by discussing the procedure, anesthesia, delivery and recovery. Light refreshments will be served.
Class Fees:
Delivering at Mountain Vista Medical Center or other IASIS hospital $20
Delivering at another facility $30
Class Size: Limited to 15 couples
Upcoming Classes:
Thursday, June 26, 2008 (7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.)
Thursday, July 31, 2008 (7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.)
Thursday, August 28, 2008 (7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.)
Thursday, September 25, 2008 (7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.)
Register Online or Call (480) 358-6672. |
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Breastfeeding |
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Our breastfeeding class covers the benefits of breastfeeding, positioning techniques, how to avoid common problems and information on breast pumps and other supplies. Light refreshments will be served.
Class Fees:
Delivering at Mountain Vista Medical Center or other IASIS hospital $20
Delivering at another facility $30
Class Size: Limited to 10 couples
Upcoming Classes:
Classes are approximately two hours in length.
Thursday, June 19, 2008 (7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.)
Thursday, July 17, 2008 (7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.)
Thursday, August 14, 2008 (7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.)
Thursday, September 18, 2008 (7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.)
Thursday, October 16, 2008 (7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.)
Register Online or Call (480) 358-6672. |
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Big Brothers / Big Sisters |
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For growing families, the birth of a new baby is very exciting, but it can also cause some anxiety for big brothers and big sisters. Our sibling class is for children between the ages of four and ten. This class includes hands-on baby doll experience and is designed to be a fun way for the older child to learn the rules of infant safety and the importance of becoming a big brother or big sister. Children should be accompanied by an adult. Light refreshments will be served.
Class Fees: $10 per sibling
Class Size: Limited to 12 children
Upcoming Classes:
Saturday, July 19, 2008 (10:00 a.m. - noon)
Saturday, September 20, 2008 (10:00 a.m. - noon)
Register Online or Call (480) 358-6672. |
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Daddy Boot Camp |
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This one is just for the dads -- no women allowed! Daddy Boot Camp is a chance for new dads to share their experiences with dads-to-be. This special class uses "man talk" to discuss what to expect during the birth experience, how to be a great coach and partner and what life will be like after your baby is born. Light refreshments will be served.
Class Fees:
Delivering at Mountain Vista Medical Center or other IASIS hospital $20
Delivering at another facility $30
Class Size: Limited to 15 dads
Upcoming Classes:
Thursday, August 7, 2008 (7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.)
Thursday, October 2, 2008 (7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.)
Register Online or Call (480) 358-6672. |
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Birthing Center Tours |
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Tours of our beautiful birthing center are offered the first Thursday of every month at 7:00 pm.
Upcoming Tours:
Thursday, July 3, 2008 (7:00 p.m.)
Thursday, August 7, 2008 (7:00 p.m.)
Thursday, September 4, 2008 (7:00 p.m.)
Thursday, October 2, 2008 (7:00 p.m.)
For more information, please call (480) 358-6672. |
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