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New Dad-to-Be Class
with Lee Cote, MH MMC Biddeford Family Birth Center
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.
Once you sign up for a class, you will receive a Zoom link via email.
This class is for individuals who will be supporting their partners giving birth.
Car Seat Basics ~ Infant Seat to High-Back Booster
with Alicia Provost, MH MMC Biddeford Family Birth Center
Car seat safety has changed a lot over the years. Do you know the safest way to buckle your baby up?
This class helps inform parents, grandparents and other caregivers of the importance of proper child restraint use (car seats) for their infant. You will learn:
- Evidance-based information
- Do's and Dont's of car seat safety
- Proper installation of infant seat & base (bring your personal infant car seat and vehicle manual if able)
- Car Seat Safety Check-In Stations & Events
This class will cover car seat basics, and the knowledge to choose the best safety seat for their child(ren).
Will run
Celebrating Birth ~ Childbirth Preparation
with Rachel Murer, MH MMC Biddeford Family Birth Center
Being prepared for childbirth can ease your mind and make your birth experience what you hope it will be. This class will give you the information, resources and skills to prepare you for the birth of your baby.
This class will cover:
- Preparation during last month of pregnancy
- Early labor at home
- What to expect coming to the hospital from admission to discharge
- Stages of labor
- Pain management options
- Optional tour of the Birthing Suite
Expecting mother/couple should be in their last trimester. Class fee is per couple. When checking out, please don't add your support person as an additional attendee, only enter their name when asked.
Will run
Safe Baby ~ Infant CPR
with Ashley McAllister, MH MMC Biddeford Family Birth Center
It's never too late to take an Infant CPR class! This class is for parents, grandparents, childcare providers and anyone who takes care of your baby.
This is a non-certificate course through American Heart Association, Friends & Family program. Learn basic infant CPR & choking rescue for your little one.
The text Family & Friends CPR will be provided. SMHC certificates of completion are available upon request.
Make sure to register each person attending the class so we can have a correct head count.
New Dad-to-Be Class
with Lee Cote, MH MMC Biddeford Family Birth Center
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.
Once you sign up for a class, you will receive a Zoom link via email.
This class is for individuals who will be supporting their partners giving birth.
Will run
Safe Baby ~ Infant CPR
with Ashley McAllister, MH MMC Biddeford Family Birth Center
It's never too late to take an Infant CPR class! This class is for parents, grandparents, childcare providers and anyone who takes care of your baby.
This is a non-certificate course through American Heart Association, Friends & Family program. Learn basic infant CPR & choking rescue for your little one.
The text Family & Friends CPR will be provided. SMHC certificates of completion are available upon request.
Make sure to register each person attending the class so we can have a correct head count.