Congratulations! You're pregnant; now what?

If you are looking for a crash course on how to be a supportive partner in this crazy adventure of having a baby, this class is for you. This online-only class is jam-packed with two hours of edutainment (a hybrid of education and entertainment) that will be great for helping you and your partner get through the duration of pregnancy. We will cover the pre-baby game plan, what happens during labor and delivery, and what to expect once you get home.

This class is for individuals who will be supporting their partners giving birth.

Once you sign up for a class, you will receive a Zoom link via email the week prior to class. Refunds for class cancellations include a 10% processing fee. No refunds will be given after class begins.

NOTE: THIS IS AN ONLINE CLASS

The registration fee includes costs for the registrant and one support person. To avoid duplicate charges, please register only ONE participant per class. A receipt will be provided for insurance reimbursement purposes. Reimbursement is subject to individual insurance plans, refer to your plan for additional information.

If you cannot afford the registration fee due to financial hardship, please contact childbirth education at childbirtheducation@mainehealth.org.

Rescheduling or canceling your class registration can be done by contacting childbirtheducation@mainehealth.org. Refunds for class cancelations include a 10% processing fee. No refunds will be given after class begins.

These comprehensive classes are designed to provide you and your labor partner with the information, skills, and resources to prepare you for the birth of your baby.  Recommended for all first-time pregnant parents and their birth partners.

• Class#1: Introduction to Labor & Delivery
  • This class covers the stages and phases of labor, what to expect physically and emotionally, the importance of labor support, and more. You will also see birth videos. 
• Class#2:Practical Skills and Comfort Measures
  • This class will cover comfort measures such as relaxation, breathing, and positions that you can use both at home and while at the hospital. Whether you are planning to use pain medications, or just want to understand the available options, this class will provide you with the information needed to make informed decisions regarding pain relief. 
• Class#3: Medications and Interventions
  • Be an active participant in the decisions that affect you and your baby. Learn about induction of labor, unplanned cesareans, vacuum, fetal monitoring and more.  This class series also includes opportunities for Q&A.

We recommend attending this class between the 28th and 32nd week of pregnancy.

We are offering this class online. After you are registered you will receive an email with information as to how to participate in the class. 

Basic Life Support (BLS) for healthcare professionals trains participants to promptly recognize several life-threatening emergencies, give high-quality CPR, deliver appropriate ventilations and provide early use of an AED.

This course is for Healthcare Professionals.

What does this course teach?

• High-quality CPR for adults, children, and infants
• BLS concepts from the Chain of Survival
• Delivering effective breaths or ventilations
• Importance of early use of and how to use an AED
• Performance as an effective team member during multirescuer CPR
• Relief of foreign-body airway obstruction (choking) for adults, children, and infants

Requirements: Provide copy of completion certificate  for the Heartcode portion on the AHA https://shopcpr.heart.org/heartcode-bls (additional cost)

Contact Amanda at (207) 373-2175 or amanda.downing@mainehealth.org with questions or to schedule.

Our classes reflect Lincoln Hospital's dedication to our philosophy of family-centered care.  Classes are taught by an Internationally Board Certified Lactation Consultant from the family birth center who will bring her knowledge and experience to her teaching.  We will review how milk is made, why breastfeeding is so important, feeding cues and positions and so much more.  We use short videos and discussion to ensure you and your baby are off to a great start!  Also covered is prenatal colostrum harvesting as well as hand expression, pumping and storage of breastmilk.  The class is informal and allows for open discussion.  Please call the Lincoln Hospital Family Birth Center for questions at:  207.563.4536  **Class is located at WATSON CENTER

YOUTH FIRST AID TRAINING

This course provides students with an official K-12 American Heart Association Heartsaver CPR, AED, First Aid eCard which is valid for two years.

• Recommended for those age 10 and older.
• Attendance is required for both dates, usually 2 consecutive Mondays, occasionally 2 consecutive days (summer).
• Registration is required.
• Cost for the program is $75 and all necessary materials will be provided. Limited scholarships are available, please call to request the application.
• Please bring water and appropriate snacks. Participants are responsible for cleaning up their area.

For more information call 207-373-6585.

January 21st & 28th, 2pm-5pm

Class will be Virtual Via Microsoft Teams Platform and link will be sent to you via email after registering

Youth Mental Health First Aid consists of 2-hours of self-paced content followed by 4.5 hours of instructor-led training.

Youth Mental Health First Aid is an early intervention public education program. It teaches adults how to recognize the signs and symptoms that suggest a potential mental health challenge, how to listen nonjudgmentally and give reassurance to a youth who may be experiencing a mental health challenge, and how to refer a person to appropriate professional support and services.

Mental Health First Aid was created in Australia in 2000 by Betty Kitchener, an educator and mental health consumer, and Professor Tony Jorm, a mental health researcher. In 2008, the National Council, the Maryland Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, and the Missouri Department of Mental Health brought Mental Health First Aid to the United States.

By the end of the course, participants will be able to:

-Describe the purpose of Youth Mental Health First Aid and the role of the Youth Mental Health First Aider.

-Recognize the signs and symptoms of mental health challenges that may impact youth.

-Explain the impact of traumatic experiences and the role of resilience on adolescent development.

-Apply the appropriate steps of the YMHFA Action Plan (ALGEE) to non-crisis situations.

-Apply the appropriate steps of the YMHFA Action Plan (ALGEE) to crisis situations.

-Choose appropriate methods for self-care following the application of Youth Mental Health First Aid in a crisis or non-crisis situation.

Join us for a 3 hour virtual session loaded with all the info you will need to get breastfeeding off to a great start! 

Topics will include: 

• What to do to prepare during your pregnancy
• How to get a good latch
• How to establish a strong milk supply
• How to navigate bumps in the road
• How to introduce pumping and bottlefeeding
• Postpartum resources available 
• So much more!

Partners are encouraged to be present as well but do not need to be registered. We recommend taking this between 30-35 weeks if possible. Join us to feel empowered about starting your feeding journey!

You will receive an email from the instructor with a zoom link 1 week prior to the scheduled class. Please check your spam/junk folder for emails from erin@lighthouselactationmaine.com. 

Please join our mindfulness instructors for a free 15-minute online mindful moment. We will gather on Zoom for an opportunity to slow down, take a breath, and reconnect with our bodies and minds in this busy world.

This class is not currently scheduled. To learn more or find out when the next session will be offered, call 207-373-6585 and ask for Meghan.