Education
We believe that education, research, and practice help you to know your options for birth and breastfeeding. When you are informed, you become empowered. And when challenges arise, you know what to do and where to go for support.
How To Thrive:
Prenatal Breastfeeding Class
Lactation consultant, Jessica Bower, offers her in-depth and practical breastfeeding class in-person at Wendover OBGYN in Greensboro every two months. We cover expectations in the early days, misconceptions about feedings, answer all your questions about breastfeeding and pumping, and help set you up for success. We also prioritize teaching ways that support people can help you in your journey. This class is for pregnant women and their partners.
Upcoming Classes: Wednesday, March 12 or Wednesday, May 14
Time and Location: 6-8pm at Wendover OBGYN in Greensboro
Fee: $30 per couple
You'll receive: An interactive and practical class that leaves you equipped and empowered for the postpartum journey. You will also be able to text lactation consultant, Jessica, at any point through the class. Helpful handouts and links are also emailed after the class.
Registration is required. Register below.
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On-Demand Online Childbirth Education Class
Watch the on-demand class videos anytime you'd like
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Helpful handouts accompany the online class
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Know your options and how your partner can support you
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Prepare for a medicated or unmedicated birth
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Prepare for the postpartum time once you and your baby are home together
The online class is $50 and you have access to the class through your pregnancy
"Know Your Stuff" Childbirth Education Class
Join moms and partners in-person in a group setting in Kernersville for a 3 part class that covers:
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Class 1: Nutrition and exercise in pregnancy, communicating with your care team, & stages of labor
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Class 2: Comfort techniques and positions, medical interventions, and inductions
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Class 3: Developing your birth preferences, cesarean birth, communication with providers, & review.
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May Series: 5/5, 5/12, & 5/21
August Series: 8/4, 8/11, & 8/18
November Series: 11/3, 11/10, & 11/17
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6:30-8:30pm $200 per couple