Childbirth Education Classes

MetroHealth offers a robust series of childbirth education classes, breastfeeding support, and classes for family members. It’s an added benefit of being a MetroHealth patient!

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Preparing for Childbirth

Childbirth Preparation Class

Our childbirth educators are certified and experienced perinatal nurses. Classes include information about labor and birth, comfort options and pain relief, coping skills for labor and birth, and caring for yourself and your baby after birth.

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Tour the new Birthing Center at The MetroHealth Glick Center

Sign up for a tour of the new Birthing Center at The MetroHealth Glick Center. With private patient rooms, spacious showers, natural light, comfortable furniture, and pull-out beds for overnight guests, you have everything you need to make this a positive and memorable experience.

Infant Safety Class

This one-time class is for expecting or new parents and will provide you with ways to increase safety in your child’s living spaces. Learn how to avoid injuries and keep your baby safe everywhere you go.

🗎 Read our Safe Sleep Tips

Boot Camp for New Dads

Geared to first-time fathers, this class is taught by veteran dads. You will learn how to make it through the first months of parenting and come out a competent, on-the-job father.

Breastfeeding

Your Decision, Your Choice!

Learn about the many benefits of breastfeeding and what you can start doing now to prepare you on your breastfeeding journey. Classes are taught by Certified Lactation Consultants and Breastfeeding Counselors. English and Spanish options available.

🗎 Read our Ten Steps To Successful Breastfeeding