Childbirth Classes

• Introduction to prepared childbirth, labor process, stages of labor, relaxation, massage  

• Labor and delivery video, positions for labor, medical interventions, medications, emergency delivery, caesarean birth, tour of Birthing Center  

• Comfort measures, birth plan, post-partum care, and newborn appearance, newborn testing, car seats  

• When to call the doctor while you are still pregnant

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One-Day Saturday Class, 9 am to 3 pm

A support person is welcome and encouraged to attend the class. 

• February 17, 2024

• March 9, 2024

• ​April 20, 2024

• May 25, 2024

• June 15, 2024

• July 20, 2024

• August 17, 2024

• ​September 21, 2024

• ​October 19, 2024

• November 16, 2024

• ​December 14, 2024

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The cost of the program is $45 and covers the fee for you and a guest. 

Most insurance companies will not cover childbirth education classes (including MaineCare). However, those that do may require a referral from your obstetrical provider; please check with your insurance company. We will be happy to sign any insurance form you may have.

Payment Options include:

• Credit or Debit — Contact 207-861-6170 with credit card information

• Check or Money Order  — Be sure to write your class date on the memo line and mail to:

  • Northern Light Inland Hospital — Childbirth Class
  • c/o Sue McKeen
  • 200 Kennedy Memorial Drive
  • Waterville, Maine 04901

Gift Certificates are now available for purchase. Makes a great baby shower gift.

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