Newborn Care Class
What are the first few hours like? When do I call the pediatrician? Why is my baby doing that? And what do I do now?! Get the answers you need, and gain the skills to feel empowered and confident with your brand new little one. This class is designed to teach you about safety and basics, with a dash of fun.
You will learn how to prepare for the safety of your newborn, what to expect, and signs of health or illness. Baby basics will be covered, such as bathing, diapering, cord care, and holding a newborn. We will also offer information about baby wearing, cloth diapering, soothing, and safe sleeping. In addition, we will provide resources and suggestions to keep you informed and connected as your baby continues to grow.
Please note that a scholarship fund is available for people who meet the income requirements.
When: Select Tuesdays from 6-9pm and select Saturdays from 9:30am-12:30pm.
Where: Select dates will take place in-person at The Midwife Center. All others will take place via Zoom. See the schedule below.
Register: Register for this class by downloading the Class Registration Form (purple button above) or calling 412.321.6880.
2024 Schedule:
| Virtual | In-Person |
| January 7 (6-9pm) | January 18 (9:30am-12:30pm) |
| March 11 (6-9pm) | February 11 (6-9pm) |
| May 6 (6-9pm) | March 15 (9:30am-12:30pm) |
| July 8 (6-9pm) | April 15 (6-9pm) |
| September 9 (6-9pm) | May 17 (9:30am-12:30pm) |
| November 4 (6-9pm) | June 3 (6-9pm) |
| July 19 (9:30am-12:30pm) | |
| August 12 (6-9pm) | |
| September 13 (9:30am-12:30pm) | |
| October 14 (6-9pm) | |
| November 8 (9:30am-12:30pm) | |
| December 9 (6-9pm) |
Note: Class curriculums are geared to out-of-hospital birth at our birth center. If you are not a client of The Midwife Center, you may register for our classes one week in advance if there are extra spots. Please call our Front Office no more than one week prior to the class you would like to register for.