Schedule for Presbyterian Prenatal Classes

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Baby Basics and Beyond
Class 1 and 2 meets on Saturdays, 10:00-1:00 pm;

• Sat, Dec 13, 20

Designed to enhance the early parenting experience by providing information and support. Class 3 is Infant Safety and Basic Infant CPR (not a certification course). See below for explanation under "Basic Infant CPR".

Location: Presbyterian Women's Health, Education and Resource Center, 201 Cedar SE Suite 5620, Albuquerque, NM 87106
Contact: 724-6500
Cost: $60

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Big Brother/Big Sister Jr. 2-4 yrs. old 
All classes meet Saturday, from 10:00 - 11:30 am except as noted below:

• Sat, Dec 6

Includes a tour of our maternity area, a movie and play activities to help children with big brother/big sister role. 

Location:  Meets at Information Desk in Main Lobby of Presbyterian Hospital

Contact: 724-6500

Cost: $15

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Big Brother/Big Sister Sr. 5-10 yrs. old

• Tues., Dec. 16, 6:00 pm

Includes a tour of our maternity area, a movie and play activities to help children with big brother/big sister role.

Location: Meets at Information Desk in Main Lobby of Presbyterian Hospital

Contact: 724-6500

Cost: $15

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Birthing Basics
All classes meet 12:00 noon to 6:00 pm, except as noted below:

• Dec 21

Quick course in techniques for dealing with labor and birth. Also, basic information on the process of labor and medical options/interventions is included. This class is a good option as a "refresher course" if this is not your first baby.

Location: Presbyterian Women's Health, Education and Resource Center, 201 Cedar SE Suite 5620, Albuquerque, NM 87106

Contact: 724-6500

Cost: $60

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Breastfeeding
Weekday classes are 5:30-7:30 p.m.; Saturday classes are 3:00-5:00 p.m.

• Saturday, Dec 20
• Tues, Dec 23

Designed by our certified lactation consultants, this class will help prepare you for your initial breastfeeding experience. Benefits of breastfeeding, latch-on techniques, prevention of nipple and breast soreness and problem recognition will be topics covered.
Location: Presbyterian Women's Health, Education and Resource Center, 201 Cedar SE Suite 5620, Albuquerque, NM 87106

Contact: 724-6500

Cost: $20

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Breastfeeding and Returning to Work

Every 3^rd Thursday of the month: 1-2:30 pm

Maintaining breastfeeding while returning to work is an issue for many women. Learn what strategies you can use to support continued breastfeeding after returning to work.

Location: Presbyterian Women's Health, Education and Resource Center, 201 Cedar SE Suite 5620, Albuquerque, NM 87106

Contact: 724-6500

Cost: $15

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Breastfeeding Moms Support Group

Every Thursday: 11 am

Come join us and meet other new moms and get your breastfeeding questions answered. This group will be facilitated by a lactation consultant.

Location: Presbyterian Women's Health, Education and Resource Center, 201 Cedar SE Suite 5620, Albuquerque, NM 87106

Contact: 724-6500

Cost: Free

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"Doula Chats"

Thursday, Dec 4, 5 pm

• Sunday, Dec 7, 1 pm
• Wednesday, Dec 17, 5 pm
• Tuesday, Dec 30, 5 pm

Doulas are women specially trained to give support during birth to the laboring woman and her partner. A doula's support can enhance your birth experience. Medical research also supports improved health of mothers and babies when a doula has been part of the birth team. Come meet our doulas at one of our chats. Bring your questions with you!

Doulas fees are reasonable and are adjusted for income.

Location: Presbyterian Women's Health, Education and Resource Center, 201 Cedar SE Suite 5620, Albuquerque, NM 87106

Contact: 724-6500

Cost: Chats are free

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Basic Infant CPR

• Dec 11, 5:30 - 7:00 pm
• This class teaches basic infant CPR (not a certification course).

Location: Presbyterian Women's Health, Education and Resource Center, 201 Cedar SE Suite 5620, Albuquerque, NM 87106

Contact: 724-6500

Cost: $20

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Infant Massage
Meets 9:30-10:30 am

• Dec 9, 16 and 23

Learn infant massage techniques to provide emotional as well as physical benefits to baby. (Baby should be at least 4 weeks of age.)

Location: Presbyterian Women's Health, Education and Resource Center, 201 Cedar SE Suite 5620, Albuquerque, NM 87106

Contact: 724-6500

Cost: $50

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Maternity Tour

Every Saturday at 10:30 am

Tour the Birthing Center and Mom/Baby Care Units at Presbyterian Hospital.

Contact: 724-6500. You don't need to call to schedule a tour. We will meet at the Main Information Desk at the front entrance to hospital.

Cost: Free

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Prep for Birthing (Mondays, 21 and under)
Time: 6:30–9 pm

• Dec 15 to Jan 12

Designed specifically for parents under 21, they are given information about healthy choices during the last weeks of pregnancy and techniques to effectively deal with labor and birth. Relaxation and breathing techniques and other comfort measures are taught. This class includes a tour of the maternity unit.
Location: Presbyterian Women's Health, Education and Resource Center, 201 Cedar SE Suite 5620, Albuquerque, NM 87106

Contact: 724-6500

Cost: $75

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Prep for Birthing (Thursdays at 4100 High Resort Blvd in Rio Rancho)
Time: 6:15-8:45 pm

• Dec 4, 9, 11, 16 and 18*
• *Tu and Thurs nights

Parents are given information about healthy choices during the last weeks of pregnancy and techniques to effectively deal with labor and birth. Relaxation and breathing techniques and other comfort measures are taught. This class includes a tour of the maternity unit.

Location: 4100 High Resort Blvd. Rio Rancho, NM 87124

Contact: 724-6500

Cost: $75

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Prep for Birthing-Accelerated

• Dec 7 and 14

Time: 1–5 pm

This class is offered in just two 4 hour classes. Parents are given information about healthy choices during the last weeks of pregnancy and techniques to effectively deal with labor and birth. Relaxation and breathing techniques and other comfort measures are taught.

Location: Presbyterian Women's Health, Education and Resource Center, 201 Cedar SE Suite 5620, Albuquerque, NM 87106

Contact: 724-6500

Cost: $65

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