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Childbirth Classes
Please call 970-479-7278 (option 2) to register. Please register by the beginning of your 3rd trimester!
Click HERE to visit our online calendar to check the class dates.
2009 VVMC: Women and Children’s Center Childbirth, Sibling, and Breastfeeding Education Childbirth Classes
This comprehensive, four-week class helps couples prepare for the birth process and parenthood. Class topics include: nutrition, pregnancy exercises, anatomy, stages of labor, relaxation & breathing techniques, assisted deliveries, medication options, baby care, breastfeeding, the postpartum experience and a tour of the Women and Children’s Center. Classes offered every month, 6:30-9:00pm, alternating location between Vail, Edwards, and Eagle. Breastfeeding Class
This 1 ½ hour class is designed to help pregnant women learn the techniques and possible challenges of breastfeeding. Topics include the benefits of breastfeeding, positioning, latch-on, establishing your milk supply, how to know if baby is getting enough milk, pumping, returning to work, and much, much more! This class is offered the 2nd Monday of each month in Vail, 5:30-7:00pm, and the 3rd Thursday of each month in Eagle, 5:30-7:00pm. “I Love My Sibling” Class
Prepare your child for the arrival of their new brother or sister! This class is designed to assist your child for the upcoming changes in the family. This one-hour session is filled with fun activities and discussions to let kids feel good about being a big sister or brother. Children will have a chance to tour where their sibling will be born, meet the nurses, practice holding a doll, and learn how they can help with a new baby. This class if offered the second Saturday of every other month in Vail, 9:00-10:00am. Private and Refresher classes are also available.
Bright Beginning
New Parents give your child a Bright Beginning. Have a chance to talk with Child Experts. MEET other new parents! Bring home a goodie bag! This class is for any family with a child under 1 year. It is held the second Wednesday of every month at the Miller Ranch Community Center from 12-2PM. Call 569-3184 to register. Visit Bright Beginnings or Eagle County for more information.
You will receive information and materials about: - Child Care
- Early Brain Development
- Community Resources for Infants and Toddlers
- Enhancing Language Development
- Health and Safety
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Childbirth Classes
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