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Sponsor |
Details |
Positively Pregnant Class - Free
This free 2 hour class is open to all couples planning or expecting
a baby. Whether this is your first or second child, this class can
help you have the healthiest baby possible. You will receive a free
pregnancy booklet when you attend. We encourage couples to sign-up
early. Reservation required. Adults only please; we
are unable to accommodate children in classes.
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Honolulu and Aiea |
Dates and Times Vary by Location |
Kapi'olani Medical Center for Women & Children and Pali Momi Medical
Center |
Sign up online |
Maternity Tour - Free
Join us for this free 1 1/2 hour Maternity Tour and see why Kapi'olani
is the right choice for your baby. You and your partner will tour
our Family BirthCenter suites and learn about the specialized care
available for your baby. We'll walk you through the steps, so you
know exactly what to expect on the big day. Selecting a birthing
facility is one of the most important decisions of your pregnancy.
Tours are offered at convenient times throughout the week and we
encourage couples to sign-up early in their pregnancy. Reservation
required. Adults only please; we are unable to accommodate
children in tours. |
Kapi'olani Medical Center for Women & Children |
By Appointment |
Kapi'olani Medical Center for Women & Children |
Sign up online
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Prepared Childbirth
This 3-4 week class (9 total hours) is designed for expectant parents
in their last 3 months of pregnancy. This course covers female anatomy,
warning signs, pre-labor signs, signs of labor, phases of labor,
timing contractions, comfort measures and breathing techniques for
labor. The class will also discuss relaxation exercises, birthing
options, pain management, caesarean deliveries as well as your partner's
role, postpartum care, and newborn appearance and procedures.
Adults only please; we are unable to accommodate children
in classes.
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Kapi'olani Medical Center for Women & Children |
By Appointment |
Kapi'olani Medical Center for Women & Children |
Sign up online |
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Infant Care (includes Breastfeeding and Infant CPR)
This 3-week series of classes (9 total hours) is designed to educate
expectant new parents on how best to prepare for a newborn baby.
Topics of discussion will include preparing for your baby, breastfeeding
for expectant mothers, and your baby at birth. The class will also
discuss general care and bathing, child safety and childproofing,
child passenger safety, as well as Infant CPR for Family and Friends.
Adults only please; we are unable to accommodate children
in classes.
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Kapi'olani Medical Center for Women & Children |
By Appointment |
Kapi'olani Medical Center for Women & Children |
Sign up online |
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Breastfeeding
This one-day (3 hour) class is designed to prepare expectant parents
for breastfeeding. Topics will include introduction to breastfeeding,
the benefits of breastfeeding, preparation for breastfeeding, common
concerns, mother's self care, and community resources. The class
will also discuss the female anatomy and how it relates to breastfeeding
and milk production, the breastfeeding relationship – the how and
when, preparing to return to work or school and pumping.
Adults only please; we are unable to accommodate children
in classes.
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Kapi'olani Medical Center for Women & Children |
By Appointment |
Kapi'olani Medical Center for Women & Children |
Sign up online |
Childbirth & Parent Education Class
Learn how to prepare for labor, birth and early parenthood in a
class with other expectant parents. |
Wilcox Memorial Hospital |
Tuesday Nights
6:00 pm - 8:30 pm |
Wilcox Memorial Hospital |
Call 808-245-1441 for more information.
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Breastfeeding Support Services and Consultations
Learn about the advantages of nursing your baby, as well as breastfeeding
equipment and supplies and the specific techniques that will help
promote successful breastfeeding. Cost is $50.00 per session or
complimentary to babies born at Wilcox Memorial Hospital. |
Wilcox Memorial Hospital |
By Appointment |
Wilcox Memorial Hospital |
Contact instructor Nena Cardoso, CCE, CLS at 808-245-1441 or
email.
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