This class is designed for children under 10 to prepare children for the arrival of a new baby and promote positive feelings about becoming a big brother or sister. Includes a tour of the Birthing Center. May include preparing children to be present for the birth if requested by parents. Cost: $10 per child. […]
This class prepares you and your support person for the final stages of pregnancy, labor, birth and the early days of parenthood. Anesthesia options, comfort techniques, as well as breathing and relaxation are covered. A tour of labor and delivery is included. Cost: $65 per couple (only one ticket required per couple) Time: 9:00am - […]
As a parent-to-be, one of the most important decisions you’ll make is where to have your baby. We invite you to take a closer look at the Center for Women and Infants at The University of Tennessee Medical Center. Let us show you why more babies are born here than any other place in the […]
This class prepares you and your family members to safely care for your baby. Includes infant CPR, safe sleep and car seat safety. Topics Covered: · Infant CPR and Infant Choking · Safe Sleep/SIDS Prevention · Car Seat Safety · General Safety, “Baby-proofing” the home · Online Resources to stay up to date on recalls · Choking Prevention *This class is […]
Newborn Care Class: Topics Covered: How to hold a baby Baby’s body temperature/regulation/overheating Why baby’s cry/comfort techniques/5 S’s Shaken Baby Syndrome Swaddling Feeding, How to warm bottles, Prepping bottles, feeding at an angle Burping Safe Sleep/SIDS Prevention Diapering Cord Care Circumcision Care Newborn Skin and Cradle Cap Bathing Nail Care How to use a thermometer […]
This class prepares you and your family members to safely care for your baby. Includes infant CPR, safe sleep and car seat safety. Topics Covered: · Infant CPR and Infant Choking · Safe Sleep/SIDS Prevention · Car Seat Safety · General Safety, “Baby-proofing” the home · Online Resources to stay up to date on recalls · Choking Prevention *This class is […]
Childbirth Preparation - Monday Night Series These classes prepare you and your support person for the final stages of pregnancy, labor, childbirth and caring for yourself after delivery. Learn more about when to go to the hospital, comfort techniques, pain management options as well as breathing and relaxation. A tour of labor and delivery and […]
Please note: This event has been canceled. Keep up-to-date with all the latest information about COVID-19. The next event will be our one-day symposium on August 22, 2020, from 8 am-4:30 pm. Check back for details at a later date. May Trauma Awareness Month Presenting: “Trauma Care Awareness 2020” Care of the Burn Patient […]
This class promotes successful breastfeeding by helping you and your partner understand normal behaviors of breastfeeding infants. Topics include helpful hints about caring for yourself, positioning your baby for breastfeeding, returning to work and breast pump information. Classes are held on select Tuesday or Thursday evenings from 6:30 - 9:00pm. Cost: $25 per couple (This […]
This class promotes successful breastfeeding by helping you and your partner understand normal behaviors of breastfeeding infants. Topics include helpful hints about caring for yourself, positioning your baby for breastfeeding, returning to work and breast pump information. Classes are held on select Tuesday or Thursday evenings from 6:30 - 9:00pm. Cost: $25 per couple (This […]