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Added: 92 days ago.
Added by: windchime
Section: Pregnancy.
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Our hospital offers so many classes. Which are the essential ones to take? When should I take them - 6 mos, 7 mos, 8 mos?

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lady26 - 83 days ago Rating: 1 (1 votes) The breastfeeding class if you plan on breastfeeding and what to expect during labor

Baby3OnWay - 84 days ago Rating: 4 (1 votes) I didn't take any classes but I would read a description of the ones offered and make a decision based on things you know or need to know before you go in. Take them as soon as available cause I hear they fill up quick

MelissaJoanne - 84 days ago Rating: 5 (1 votes) This is my first, so I'm planning to take lamaze and breastfeeding courses. I've done my research, of course, but I think that the classes will give me some peace of mind. Around 30 weeks is probably a good time to start.

lmo - 90 days ago Rating: 1 (1 votes) i didnt take any classes i thought it was a waste of time

RandiLee - 91 days ago Rating: 0 (0 votes) I'm not taking classes....i personally think they are pointless if you have the internet! lol... But I know you should register asap, because sometimes they fill up quick, you usually take the labour class around 30 weeks. good luck!! <3

gr8scottswife - 91 days ago Rating: 3 (1 votes) Different hospitals offer different classes. I am not taking any of the classes offered because my midwife said it is a waste of money, but she highly recommended that I take a Bradley class, which is not offered locally. So, I decided to do all the reading I can do and put into effect what I gleam. I am reading Hypnobirthing: The Mongan Method as well as other books to help with birthing. I am also using herbs to make labor go more smoothly.

ttasha - 91 days ago Rating: 0 (0 votes) i didnt attend any birthing classes and im doing fine, but i would day if you are interested then go for it

lindamc - 91 days ago Rating: 0 (0 votes) I didn't take any classes, and am doing a-ok! It helps to read up though, and visit sites like this! Good luck!

klasnaya - 92 days ago Rating: 0 (0 votes) I took mine at 6 months but if i could of i would of done it at 7 or 8 but we have classes only every 3 months here and i didnt wanna do it at 9 months lol. It was ok tho

denee85 - 92 days ago Rating: 5 (1 votes) I just started my 5 week birthing class and I'm 32 weeks,,I would take the birth class (it really helps you understand labor and delivery so you won't be as scared) and maybe a newborn care class if it's your first baby-they usually offer a CPR class too if it's not included in the newborn one...This is my second baby (I had my first 4 years ago) and I'm just refreshing the labor and delivery part..I would also take a breastfeeding class if you are thinking about nursing your baby...Good luck:)

captshelley - 92 days ago Rating: 5 (1 votes) I took a labor class that the hospital offered. It was free and included a tour of the hospital. I took it because I wanted to know everything I possibly could before labor. I didn't use a thing I learned in that class. I took it at 7 months.

jessicadarling - 92 days ago Rating: 5 (1 votes) I didn't take any classes but the breastfeeding one sounds like it could have been beneficial. Do a birthing class as well just so you know what to expect. Honestly I didn't regret not taking the birthing class though because my body totally took over during the birthing process.

mommy-of-3 - 92 days ago Rating: 0 (0 votes) If this is your first baby you might want to consider lamaze, you might also consider breastfeeding if you are planning to do so.

Mommyof2boys - 92 days ago Rating: 0 (0 votes) I would take them around the 7/8th month, I liked the birthing class and the breastfeeding class. Take which ever one you are interested in and think would be good help.

lizzie287 - 92 days ago Rating: 0 (0 votes) I'm taking a series of classes throughout May, during my 7/8th month. That includes breastfeeding, breathing/relaxation, etc., and the hospital tour. I figured that way it was close enough to my due date that I'd still remember everything that I learned once baby is born, but far enough away that I won't have to worry about going into labour in the middle of a class!

michaela - 92 days ago Rating: 0 (0 votes) My local hospital only does parentcraft classes for 1st timers, they can start anytime from 32 weeks on and consist of 3 weekly sessions lasting 90 minutes. I personally think a tour of the hospital is important, a class about what type of pain relief/relation method are available and what to expect during labour. Also i think it also good to do a baby first aid course that includes baby resusitation. All the best. xx