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Grandparents (2026)
with Ellen Kunkle, Family Birth Center MH MMC Portland
Registration fee covers the cost of registrant and one support person. Please register only ONE participant for a class so that you will not be charged twice. 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.
Things have really changed since you became a parent! This class will cover communication between grandparents and the new parents; how grandparents can help during pregnancy, birth and after baby is born; current guidelines for infant care and infant safety; and ways to bond with your new grandchild.
We recommend attending this class between the 32nd and 36th week of pregnancy.
We are offering this class online. After you are registered, shortly before the class starts you will receive an email with information as to how to participate in the class. Thank you for understanding.
Siblings Online (2026)
with Ellen Kunkle, Family Birth Center MH MMC Portland
We will be offering this class as an online interactive class. A few days before the class is scheduled to take place you will receive an email with instructions on how to participate online or by phone.
This class will help siblings prepare for the special occasion of becoming a big brother or sister. Big brothers and sisters will tour the Family birth Center, watch an age-appropriate video, and learn to diaper their doll or teddy bear. Siblings will also learn what to expect during mom and baby's hospital stay, what newborn babies look like and act like, and how they can help mom and dad with the new baby.
We recommend attending this class between the 32nd and 36th week of pregnancy.
Understanding Breastfeeding
with Candace Crocker BSN RN IBCLC, Family Birth Center MH Lincoln Hospital
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 THE WATSON CENTER
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Understanding Breastfeeding
with Candace Crocker BSN RN IBCLC, Family Birth Center MH Lincoln Hospital
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
Understanding Breastfeeding
with Candace Crocker BSN RN IBCLC, Family Birth Center MH Lincoln Hospital
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
Andy Cook Pediatric Behavioral Health Series
with Cate Parker MS, RN, DipACLM, MaineHealth Lifestyle Medicine Brunswick
THIS EVENT WAS RESCHEDULED FROM MAY 19 TO AUGUST 27. We apologize for the inconvenience.
Dr. Andy Cook Pediatric Behavioral Health Series 2026:
Chronic Absenteeism & School Refusal
- Seminar 1: Understanding School Refusal, August 27, 2026
- Seminar 2: Strategies, Systems, & Collaborative Responses, Date TBD
- Presenters: Dr. Alyssa Goodwin, Jennifer Bowdish, RN, Caitlin D’Amour, LCSW
7-9 a.m., 329 Maine St, Brunswick
This series was created in memory of Andy Cook, MD, who dedicated his career to providing, improving and advocating for behavioral health services for children, adolescents and their families.
Providers are eligible to earn 1 CME for this seminar.
Registration is required.
MCH Lifestyle Medicine, 329 Maine St, Brunswick, ME, 207-373-6585
Boot Camp for New Dads Resource
available
with Maine Boys to Men, Family Birth Center MH MMC Portland
Boot Camp for New Dads is a half-day workshop offered for new or expectant dads and people who identify as fathers. You will explore societal messages we receive about the role of dads and how you and your partner can move beyond these messages to become a team in parenting your baby. You will also have an opportunity to ask veteran dads questions about fussy babies, diapering, etc.
Please contact Maine Boys to Men for more information, dates and registration:
https://maineboystomen.org/boot-camp-for-new-dads/
(207) 774-9994
Breastfeeding Support Group (2026)
with Lactation Consultant, Family Birth Center MH MMC Portland
This free peer support group is a great opportunity to meet other new breastfeeding parents in your community, share experiences, and receive postpartum and newborn care information and support. A lactation consultant facilitates the group and can answer your questions.
Please register here to receive information for this weekly group which meets on Tuesdays 9:30am - 11:30am in Falmouth.
Please register for more information and location details.
Join anytime throughout the year. New members are always welcome!