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3 Oct 2020
Online Class

Birth Essentials for the Deaf/Hard-of-Hearing

9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Details

Birth Essentials is an information-packed Saturday class held online that offers the basics to prepare you for childbirth.
 
Participants can interact online with a Lamaze-certified childbirth educator who is fluent in ASL (American Sign Language). She will provide you and your partner with knowledge about labor and what to expect during your delivery. 
 
The class includes a virtual tour of the Family Birth Center. 
 
Class topics include the following: 
 
  • Overview of third trimester 
  • Labor process
  • Stages of labor
  • Positions for comfort during labor
  • Role of labor partner
  • Medical procedures
  • Pain management
  • Birth plans
The course material is scheduled with due dates in mind. It’s best if mom is at least 28 weeks when the class begins. 
 
Details
 
The cost is $65. Medicaid covers this class, and some insurance companies offer reimbursement. We encourage you to check your plan benefits for more details
 
 
Contact
 
For more information, call 706.509.6548 or email contactus@floyd.org.
 

Location

Childbirth and Lactation Services

Room: Classroom
1013 North 5th Ave., Suite 7
Rome, GA 30165
To schedule an appointment, call 706.509.6548 Get Directions