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Pregnancy and Childbirth Related Classes

You & Your New Baby….

So you're having a baby! Through the Alma G. Hatch Women's Health Center at Windham Hospital we are pleased to offer programs and services to help provide you and your child the best start in life by properly preparing you for the big arrival day and the days that will follow. All of our classes are taught by Certified Instructors who have years of experience to share with parents.

The best time for an expectant mother or parents to register for classes is in the beginning of the 4th month of pregnancy. If you are interested in attending any of the following classes, please contact:

    Childbirth, Sibling, Care & Tours (860)456-6894 (Janet Maheu, Childbirth Educator)
    Breastfeeding Classes (860)456-6973 (Pam Yerkes, Lactation Consultant)
    Infant Massage (860)429-2978 (Lynne Castelli, Certified Infant Massage)
    Infant & Child CPR (860)456-6859 (Nursing Education)
    Mommy & ME Luncheon (860)456-6896 (Kate Starkey)

We offer the following classes on a rolling schedule or by arrangement:

  • Prepared Childbirth Class (Lamaze)
  • Childbirth Refresher Class
  • Sibling Class (for children 3-9 years of age)
  • Sibling at Birth (private class for children who wish to be present for the birth)
  • Adoption Class (care, feeding, home preparation)
  • Breastfeeding classes (private or group setting)
  • Infant Massage
  • Infant & Child CPR (basic life support & safety class)
  • Baby Basics (diapering, bathing, consoling, safety)
  • Mommy & ME Luncheon (bringing together new Mom's for support & friendship)
  • Hypno- birthing: COMING SOON!!
  • Unit Tours: visit our state-of-the-art facility and meet our professional staff

Fees vary for each class and are adjustable for those on financial assistance. Please call for further details.