Childbirth and Parenting Classes 2013

Franciscan Health System A d va n c e d m e d i c i n e , T r u st e d c a r e

F A MI L Y EDUC A T I O N

Childbirth & Parenting Classes for the Best Beginnings

2014

Delivering quality family education for over 30 years

Dear Parents-to-be: Thank you for choosing Franciscan for this momentous life event. We’re honored to share in the preparation and birth of your child. There is much to learn, and we’re here to help however we can, when and how you need us.

There is no right or wrong order in which to take classes. Based on our experience, it makes sense to take most classes during the second trimester, when you generally have the most time and energy. It is also helpful to take Childbirth Preparation early in the third trimester so you complete the series before your due date, with the information still fresh in your mind when the time comes to deliver.

We know the many choices involved in bringing your baby into the world can be daunting. Relax

Suggested Class Order

Best wishes to you and your growing family,

Second trimester Breastfeeding Preparation Family Birth Center Tour Newborn Preparation

Your Friends at Franciscan Family Birth Centers

Third trimester Childbirth Preparation Conscious Fathering

and enjoy the journey. You and your baby will do just fine together!

Postpartum CPR/Infant Safety Love and Logic®

Class Offerings Register online at www.FHShealth.org/familyeducation or call 1-888-825-3227, 24 hours a day, seven days a week (se habla español).

Visita guiada del centro de maternidad Franciscan Family Birth Center at St. Joseph Franciscan Family Birth Center at St. Joseph ofrece visitas guiadas gratuitas para que las mujeres y sus familiares aprendan sobre el Sistema de Salud Franciscano y nuestro enfoque holístico del parto. Conozca parte de nuestro personal, haga

Have questions? Call our dedicated education specialist at 253-382-8573 or email

preguntas y recorra nuestro centro de maternidad.

FamilyEducation@FHShealth.org.

Las visitas guiadas son educativas y destacan los

Family Birth Center Tour

información específica para el parto, como cuándo

servicios del centro de maternidad, proporcionan

Franciscan Family Birth Centers offer free tours for women and their families to learn about Franciscan Health System and our holistic approach to childbirth. Meet some of our staff, ask questions and tour our birth center. The tours are educational and highlight birth center amenities, provide specific information for your delivery including when to come to the hospital, where to park, where to enter, and more details about your anticipated stay. The tours are guided by family birth center staff or educators and take between 30-90 minutes depending on the facility. FREE

All of our classes are taught by specialists, certified educators or nurses.

venir al hospital, dónde estacionar, por dónde entrar y muchos detalles sobre su esperada hospitalización. El personal o los educadores del centro de maternidad dirigen las visitas guiadas, las que toman entre 60 y 75 minutos. Gratuito

Discover how your Franciscan Family Birth Center can help ensure the best beginning for your baby.

Preparación para el parto (en Español) Esta clase está dedicada a aumentar su comprensión del trabajo de parto y el parto. La clase le proporciona a usted y a un acompañante información sobre el trabajo de parto y el parto, conciencia de la respiración, posiciones para el trabajo de parto, medidas de comodidad, el uso de medicamentos, parto por cesárea y vaginal después de una cesárea (PVDC) y recién nacidos. Formato de un día solamente, solo en St. Joseph Medical Center. Gratuito con una tarjeta del proveedor.

Childbirth Preparation This class is devoted to increasing your understanding of labor and birth. Each of our childbirth class series provides you and a companion with information regarding labor and delivery, breath awareness, positions for labor, comfort measures, the use of medications, cesarean and vaginal birth after cesarean (VBAC), and newborns. Offered in four-week, two-day and oneday formats. Classes that meet for less time offer similar material in a condensed manner. Whether you anticipate use of medications or not, you will appreciate the variety of information offered in these educational and creative classes. Our staff consists of qualified and experienced professionals who are each intimately familiar with each of our birth centers. All childbirth preparation classes include a guided tour of our birth center. FREE with Provider One/DSHS card.

Teen Childbirth Preparation

Preparation is the key to

This four-week class series is specifically

confident

designed to meet the unique needs of expectant

parenting.

teens. Topics covered include healthy prenatal practices, labor and delivery, labor coping techniques, the use of medications, cesarean birth, vaginal birth after cesarean (VBAC) and newborns. This class series also covers material related to developing healthy self-esteem, diet

Online Childbirth Preparation

and exercise, and parenting skills. FREE with

Ideal for the busy 21st century parent, this option

Provider One/DSHS card.

is well suited for families with limited flexibility to attend classes in person. Quality, evidence-based

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material within a simple and easy-to-use online

We offer a three-hour, private childbirth

interface. Content includes instructive videos,

preparation class for the expectant mother and

interactive activities, and access to handouts. Class

her companion. Registered students personally

duration is typically four to six hours.

select class content and arrange the date, time and location which best suits their schedule.

Breastfeeding Preparation

One-on-one instruction includes use of audiovisual

Although breastfeeding is considered nature’s

aids commonly found in a typical childbirth

way, many mothers find taking a class related to

class setting. Personal tours of the family birth

covering the basics of breastfeeding very beneficial.

center are also available.

Class topics include initiation of breastfeeding, how to get breastfeeding off to the very best start, positioning options, how to know your baby is feeding well, preventing common problems, and how to access breastfeeding help after you leave the hospital.

Newborn Preparation Preparation for care of your newborn baby can help alleviate concerns, and instill a greater sense of confidence in your intuition and parenting ability.

This one-time class includes topics such as care of mom and baby, car seats, immunizations, diapering and bathing, helpful hints for adjusting to new roles, and health and safety issues.

Conscious Fathering So you are going to be a dad! Excited and anxious often describes the beginning stages of fatherhood. Studies reinforce what we all know, that babies need fathers as much as they need mothers, and that a father’s active involvement in his child’s life is a critical component of healthy development. This three-hour class provides a supportive environment with other dads, or dads-to-be, to learn and explore your individual definition of fatherhood and the role you will choose to play in your child’s life. You will discuss life adjustments, fears of fathering, defining priorities, methods of problem solving, the importance of partnership, basic infant care techniques, self-care and creating plans for dealing with stressful situations.

CPR and Infant Safety This CPR course teaches life-saving skills for infants and children, relief of choking, and strategies to childproof your home. This class is intended for people who want to learn CPR but do not need a completion or certification card.

Love and Logic® This course is a practical guide to teaching children responsibility through love and logic. It provides sound strategies for dealing with almost any problem adults face when communicating with children. Participants will learn specific “how-to’s,” not theoretical concepts. For more details on course content go to www.LoveandLogic.com.

Can be taught at your site.

Safe Sitter® Better sitters today…better parents tomorrow.

Safe Sitter® is an innovative, medically accurate babysitter training program designed to prepare adolescents to handle minor and major emergencies. Child safety and child care skills are the focus of this one-day class. Students must pass a test in order to fulfill the course requirements.

This class is designed for 11-13 year olds. Can be taught at your site. For more details on course content, go online to www.SafeSitter.org.

Discount Package Register for the discount package by calling our registration call center at your convenience, 24 hours a day, seven days a week at 1-888-825-3227.

FREE! Car Seat Inspection Estimates claim 9 out of 10 car seats are improperly installed. Used correctly, a car seat greatly reduces the chance of injury or fatality in the event of an accident. Certified car seat technicians will work with your family to ensure that: • Your child is in the appropriate seat • The seat has not been recalled • The seat is properly installed St. Francis Medical Office Building–Front Entrance 34509 9th Ave. S. Federal Way, WA 98003 First Tuesday of each month, 5 – 7 p.m.

Highline Medical Center–Cedar Garage 16233 Sylvester Rd SW Burien, WA 98166 Third Friday of each month, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.

To make an appointment, call 206-987-SAFE (7233); 25 minutes per seat.

For a complete schedule, visit www.fhshealth.org/carseat.

One-Stop Saturday Package* Designed for those who care to spend a weekend day preparing for their baby’s homecoming, this one-day offering is specially priced and includes Breastfeeding Preparation, Newborn Preparation and CPR/Infant Safety. All three classes must be taken on the same day. *Available at St. Joseph Medical Center

Support Resources Franciscan Lactation (breastfeeding) Services.............. 253-382-8580 Board-certified lactation consultants provide breastfeeding instruction and assistance in hospital or in outpatient clinic visits. Breast pump rentals or purchase available through Franciscan Lactation Services. Call for details.

Franciscan WIC (Women, Infants & Children) Franciscan WIC Clinic–Lakewood...... 253-588-9597 11216 Bridgeport Way S.W., Lakewood Franciscan WIC Clinic–Parkland......... 253-531-2460 121 132nd St. S., Tacoma Breastfeeding information and support, community resources and referrals, food vouchers, nutrition and health education for moms and their families.

Must meet eligibility criteria to participate. Clinics are located along Pierce Transit routes.

Maternity Support Services (MSS)...........................1-888-996-0903 Offered in collaboration with Step by Step, a community agency, which provides resources and referrals, education, financial assistance, housing, family planning, counseling and nutrition education. Services are provided at Franciscan WIC offices. Visit www.stepbystepnews.org.

Franciscan Children’s Immunization Program..............253-382-8572 Free immunizations for children two months old through their 19th birthday at community-based clinics. Visit www.tpchd.org.

Helpful Contacts Pre-Registration for Delivery...............1-866-779-4347 Family Birth Center at St. Joseph Medical Center........................253-426-6856 Family Birth Center at St. Francis Hospital.....................................253-944-7977 Family Birth Center at St. Elizabeth Hospital.................................360-802-8530 Family Birth Center at Highline Medical Center.............................................206-431-5211 Physician or midwife referrals.............1-888-825-3227

Have questions about our Family Education classes?

Call our dedicated education specialist weekdays at 253-382-8573 or email FamilyEducation@FHShealth.org.

Register online at www.FHShealth.org/familyeducation or call 1-888-825-3227 24 hours a day, seven days a week (se habla español).

Serving …

• St. Joseph Medical Center, Tacoma • St. Francis Hospital, Federal Way • St. Clare Hospital, Lakewood • St. Elizabeth Hospital, Enumclaw • St. Anthony Hospital, Gig Harbor • HIGHLINE MEDICAL CENTER, BURIEN and surrounding communities.

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