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.
2019 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 8, January 15, January 22, February 5, February 12
February 19, February 26, March 5, March 12, March 19
March 26, April 2, April 9, April 16, April 23
April 30, May 7, May 14, May 21, May 28
June 4, June 11, June 18, July 2, July 9
July 16, July 23, July 30, August 6, August 13
August 20, September 3, September 10, September 17, September 24
October 1, October 8, October 15, October 22, October 29
November 5, November 12, November 19, December 3, December 10
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 10
February 21
March 14
April 11
May 16
June 20
August 8
September 12
October 17
November 14
December 12
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 16
February 20
March 13
April 17
May 29
July 10
August 14
September 4
October 16
November 13
December 18
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 2
March 27
May 22
July 24
September 25
November 20
Hospital Tour
(6:00 p.m. Located in main lobby – no fee but registration is required)
January 23
February 13
March 6
March 20
April 3
May 8
June 19
July 17
August 21
September 18
October 23
November 6
December 11
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 27
June 5
October 30
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 12
February 9
March 9
April 13
May 18
June 22
July 20
August 10
September 14
October 5
November 9
December 7