Location: Live Chat online from your home computer, smartphone, or other device.
These classes will help prepare expectant families for the arrival of a new baby. The classes are intended to provide expert support for the challenges of pregnancy and labor. Throughout the class, participants will have the opportunity to ask a certified childbirth educator questions about labor and birth.
Two sessions with required participation.
When you register you will receive an email confirmation with instructions on how to join the virtual sessions.
See registration page for available dates/start times.
Questions: Please email childbirthed@sbch.org
Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital’s Childbirth Preparation Class will help prepare expectant families for the arrival of a new baby. Our classes support your choice of a natural approach and/or medical options for coping with the labor and birth process. Specially trained registered nurses provide expert perspectives and support to help you navigate your childbirth experience.
The in-person 2-part series occurs on two separate nights, with each class being a 2-2.5-hour period. We recommend taking this class anywhere between 6-10 weeks before your due date. Register early to ensure you have a spot, as space is limited for the in-person classes.
Course Content
- Stages of labor and delivery
- Comfort techniques
- Coaching role for support person
- Pain Support: Natural and Medical
Cottage Health continues ongoing care with a commitment to quality and safety for all patients, visitors, and staff.
If you are showing any symptoms that indicate you may be ill, please be considerate of others and practice social distancing.
