FREE Prenatal Education
Please contact your local center as type of prenatal classes may vary by location.
1st Trimester Classes
Pre-registration required by calling your local center.
WHO: Women up to 13 weeks into their pregnancies + one guest
WHEN: Offered monthly at all Care Net centers
WHAT: A free 2-hour small group session that utilizes a physician-approved curriculum to teach you:
- What to expect at prenatal appointments
- Nutrition suggestions for pregnancy
- Recommended lifestyle changes for your health and your baby’s health
- When to call for help
Childbirth Education Classes
Classes available at select centers. Pre-registration required. Call to find a class at a center near you.
WHO: Pregnant women + one guest
WHEN: Weekly 2-hour sessions for four weeks at select centers.
WHAT: Prepare for labor and the birth of your child. The course is taught by a registered nurse with CBE certification and covers topics such as:
- Recognizing the signs of labor
- Labor coping skills and comfort
- Stages and phases of labor
- Choices in pain management
- Birth plans and preparations for the hospital
Registrants should come to class with two pillows and a mat and should wear comfortable clothing.
Earn While Learning
Every time you complete a class, you’ll earn Care Net Cash, which you can use to buy maternity supplies, baby clothes, diapers, car seats, and more.