Pre-Natal Care & Childbirth Preparation

Childbirth Education/Lamaze 

Parents-to-be share common fears and concerns regarding pregnancy, labor and delivery, and parenting. The Childbirth Education/Lamaze course demystifies the labor and birthing experience through: 

• Discussion of pregnancy, labor, and delivery
• Discussion of cesarean birth
• Presentation of breathing and relaxation techniques for maintaining control during labor and delivery
• Discussion of analgesia and anesthesia options for labor and delivery
• A tour of maternity facilities at The Mount Sinai Hospital
• Videos and other audio-visual aids 

General Class Information 

• The mother-to-be should be accompanied by the individual who will be her support person during labor and delivery.
• Both mother-to-be and support person should attend all classes. Please wear comfortable clothes to class.
• All childbirth classes are taught by Registered Nurses who have been certified as Childbirth Educators and Lactation Consultants. 

Payment 

Make checks or money orders are payable to: The Mount Sinai Hospital (Parent Education Class), or you may pay by credit card (Visa, MasterCard, American Express).