Classes and Events
Childbirth Preparation Weekend Class
Childbirth preparation in two, six-hour online classes.
Sunday, Aug. 7, 9 am to 3 pm
Presented by Sharp Mary Birch Hospital
All in-person prenatal classes, hospital tours and outpatient support groups are canceled until further notice. In the meantime, we are offering this class via a live webinar. Please register for an upcoming date below.
For the busy couple, this virtual childbirth preparation course takes place over one weekend (Saturday and Sunday).
Topics covered in this course include:
- How your body prepares for birth and delivery
- Hospital procedures
- Medication choices
- Cesarean delivery
- Relaxation and breathing techniques
- Postpartum
- Newborn characteristics and procedures
This class is free for Sharp Health Plan Insurance members and offered at a discount for Sharp HealthCare employees. To take advantage of any of the discounts above, please call us at 1-800-82-SHARP (1-800-827-4277), Monday through Friday, from 7 am to 7 pm.
Cancellation Policy
If you need to cancel your registration for this event, please call 1-800-827-4277 Monday through Friday, 7 am to 7 pm, or log in to your account to cancel online.
Special Instructions
Student Observation: If you are not an expectant parent and need to observe a class, approval must be obtained prior to attendance. Please be advised that any paid registration for observation purposes will not be refunded. To obtain approval, please call 1-800-82-SHARP.
Presenter Information
This class is taught by a certified perinatal educator.
Arrival
For online classes, you can attend via computer or mobile device (smartphone or tablet). You will be sent login instructions in a separate email from your registration confirmation. Please make sure to review the instructions in advance so that you are ready to log in at the start time of the class.
If you did not receive the login instructions, please call us at least one day before your class at 1-800-82-SHARP (1-800-827-4277).
What to Bring
Please have two pillows and a blanket to use during class. Ample breaks will be given.
Course Recommendations
We recommend completing this course three to four weeks prior to your due date.
