Teddy Bear University Childbirth Education Classes are held in classroom 2 or 3 on the lobby level of Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center. Tours are included in the Tuesday series, Super Saturday and the Sibling Classes.
Congratulations!
The anticipation of a baby can be an exciting and challenging time in your life.
Teddy Bear University wants to assist you in obtaining the knowledge, skills and confidence necessary to meet these challenges. Attending any or all of the following classes will help you prepare for the birth of your child.
2020 Class Schedule
Pregnancy & Childbirth Class
Begin this series during your 6th or 7th month. This five-week series covers topics including variations of labor and birth, breathing and relaxation, tips for your support person, pain relief, and care for the new mom and Baby. Recommended for first-time parents. Includes a facility tour.
(6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. – $65.00 Fee)
January 7, January 14, January 21, January 28, February 4
February 11, February 18, February 25, March 3, March 10
March 24, March 31, April 7, April 14, April 21
May 5, May 12, May 19, May 26, June 2
June 9, June 16, June 23, July 7, July 14
July 21, July 28, August 4, August 11, August 18
August 25, September 1, September 8, September 15, September 22
September 29, October 6, October 20, October 27, November 10
November 17, November 24, December 1, December 8, December 15
Breastfeeding
Take this class in your 7th or early 8th month. Learn breastfeeding basics such as how to get started, correct positioning and technique, tips for returning to work, and an overview of breast pumps. Fathers-to-be are encouraged to attend! Fee: $25 (Breastfeeding book included.)
(6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. – $25.00 Fee)
January 19
February 16
March 22
April 19
May 17
June 21
July 26
August 23
September 27
October 18
November 22
December 20
Infant and Child CPR
American Heart Association certified instructors teach parents how to effectively perform the steps of cardiopulmonary resuscitation and the removal of airway obstruction for infants and children in our Family and Friends CRP Course. Keeping your home safe for little ones is also covered. This class does not provide certification in CPR. Fee: $25 per person
(6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. – $25.00 Fee)
January 15
February 12
March 11
April 8
May 13
June 10
August 12
September 16
October 7
November 11
December 16
Breathing and Relaxation
Take this class in your 7th month. Learn about and practice various breathing and relaxation techniques to help you cope with the stages of labor.
(6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. – $25.00 Fee)
January 8
March 25
May 6
July 22
September 2
November 18
Hospital Tour
(6:00 p.m. Located in main lobby – no fee but registration is required)
January 8
January 22
February 12
February 26
March 11
March 25
April 8
April 22
May 13
May 27
June 10
June 24
July 8
July 25
August 12
August 26
September 9
September 23
October 14
October 28
November 11
November 25
December 9
December 23
Siblings
Targeted for siblings ages 4 –8, this class is designed to include brothers and sisters in the excitement surrounding the birth of a new sibling. A tour of the birthing facility is included in this class. A parent must stay with the child. Please indicate the number of children and parents attending.
(6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. – $10.00 Fee per child)
Recommended for ages 4 to 8.
February 19
June 3
October 28
Super Saturday
Take this in your 7th or early 8th month. This class combines the information from the Pregnancy and Childbirth series into an all-day Saturday class, except Breathing and Relaxation which is not included. A good option as a refresher course or for those who would have difficulty attending five weekly sessions. (Not recommended for first-time parents.) A tour of Childbirth Center is included.
(9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. – $65.00 Fee – Lunch on your own)
January 4
February 1
March 7
April 4
May 2
June 6
July 11
August 8
September 12
October 3
November 7
December 12