The NYU Langone Medical Center Preparing for Childbirth Program includes:
Healthy Pregnancy
This two-hour class, taught by a certified childbirth educator, discusses the development of the fetus and common discomfort and relief measures. A film on fetal development is shown.
Prepared Childbirth
This course, consisting of weekly sessions based on the Lamaze Method, is designed to prepare parents for labor and delivery. The program covers: anatomy and physiology of labor and delivery; variations and complications in labor and delivery; Cesarean birth; pain management options; what to expect during your stay at Tisch Hospital; feeding options; and a tour of birthing rooms and the Mother-Baby Unit. Films on actual labor and delivery experiences are included. The Infant Care session teaches you how to care for your baby. You will diaper and bathe a “baby” while learning to survive the first few weeks at home. To ensure class availability, please register by your 20th week. Class size is limited.
Cost: $235 per couple
Accelerated Prepared Childbirth
This two-session, twelve-hour weekend program is offered to couples who are unable to attend the weekly course. The same information is covered in two intensive sessions. Infant Care is also included. SPACE IS LIMITED. PLEASE REGISTER EARLY.
Cost: $235 per couple
Prepared Childbirth Review
This three-hour course, taught by a certified childbirth educator, is offered to couples who have completed the Prepared Childbirth course within the last three years. This refresher course reviews previously learned skills and information. It is not adequate for couples having their first baby.
Cost: $80 per couple
Cesarean Birth
This two-hour class, taught by a certified childbirth educator, is offered to couples scheduled for Cesarean birth. It will familiarize you with Tisch Hospital’s policies on Cesarean births and the procedures that are followed both before and after delivery.
Cost: $100 per couple
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