AdventHealth Shawnee Mission’s one-day class, taught by Melissa Sahhar George and Nicole Elliott Bays, is perfect for those unable to attend the five-week series due to scheduling conflicts. A certified childbirth instructor will provide information on the stages of labor, comfort measures and positions, what to expect at the hospital, medications, Birth Center tour and much more. The Empathy Belly is not included. Fee includes pregnant person and their partner/support person as one registration. Please wear comfortable clothing and bring two pillows and a blanket to class. Call AdventHealth Class Registration to register for your free Newborn Care Class at (913) 676-7777, Option 2.
The Childbirth, 1 Day Class is taught at AdventHealth Shawnee Mission from 9am-4:30pm on available dates.
Registration Fee: $75
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AdventHealth Shawnee Mission’s five-week comprehensive childbirth class series is perfect for first-time parents. A certified childbirth educator will cover stages of labor, comfort measures and positions, what to expect at the hospital, medications and much more. Partners will have an opportunity to experience pregnancy by wearing the Empathy Belly. This course includes Newborn Care class and a tour of the AdventHealth Birth Center. Fee includes pregnant person and their partner/support person as one registration.
This class is taught by Melissa Sahhar George and Nicole Elliott Bays at AdventHealth Shawnee Mission from 6:30pm-8:30pm on available dates.
Registration Fee: $65
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Bringing home your newborn is an exciting and anxious time. We will boost your self-confidence with our newborn care class. You will learn what to expect at the hospital, newborn tests and procedures, baby basics such as bathing, diapering, cord care, safe sleep, calming techniques, Happiest Baby on the Block and much more. This class is included in AdventHealth Shawnee Mission’s Childbirth 5 week class content and is free if also taking the Childbirth Prep 1 Day class at AdventHealth Shawnee Mission. Fee includes pregnant person and partner/support person as one registration.
Taught by Melissa Sahhar George and Nicole Elliott Bays at AdventHealth Shawnee Mission from 6:30pm-9pm on available dates.
Registration Fee: $30
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Private and semi-private personalized classes, taught by either Melissa Sahhar George or Nicole Elliott Bays, offered in the comfort of your own home when it’s convenient for you. A semi-private class is a fantastic option for 2-4 couples.
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Registration Fee: $60 per hour
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Sign UpPrenatal yoga instructor and birth educator Lauren Letterman is combining two popular prenatal yoga classes into a fun and informative date night. Bring your partner and learn about comfortable touch and movement for pregnancy and birth. In addition to the birth ball segment, we'll review positions, techniques and tips for comfort during pregnancy and birth. Perfect for all levels of yoga experience and all stages of pregnancy. 12 couple maximum. Register early to save your spot!
Registration Fee: $39 per couple
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Take care of yourself and your baby throughout pregnancy with this unique 6 week course. Prenatal yoga instructor, childbirth educator, and experienced birth doula Lauren Letterman will guide you through six 75 minute yoga classes, each class tailored to fit your needs.
Our series will loosely follow this format:
Week 1 - Introduction to yoga with Lauren
Week 2 - Chair+Birth Ball Yoga
Week 3 - Yoga for Pelvic Floor Health
Week 4 - Restorative Yoga with Yoga Nidra
Week 5 - Active Flow
Week 6 - Slow flow, deep stretch
Registration Fee: $80 for all 6 weeks OR $15 drop-in rate
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Take this easy online course prenatally or shortly after giving birth to learn everything needed to achieve breastfeeding success.
Upon registering, students gain unlimited access to the included videos and course materials AND instructors are available for additional virtual support, so parents feel confident and supported at all times during the first several weeks of lactation. Videos and images are captioned for accessibility.
Registration Fee: TBD
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