Childbirth Education 
Pre-registration is required for all classes, please call 522-3283.
To avoid scheduling problems and filled classes, we recommend you sign up for classes as soon as possible in your pregnancy.
Basic Class
Fee $30.00 per couple
This four week class is recommended for all expectant parents and covers labor, delivery, and recovery. The class is designed to help parents feel more knowledgeable and confident about the pregnancy and birth process. It will focus on all the stages of labor- including positioning, breathing, and relaxation for each stage. A hospital tour is included in this class.
August 16 – September 20, Tuesdays (older format 6 weeks course)
September 12 – October 3, Mondays
October 4 – 25, Tuesdays
October 31 – November 21, Mondays
November 15 – December 13, Tuesdays (no class on Nov. 22)
Teen Childbirth Education Class
Fee $5.00 per couple
Five week class designed for expectant teen parents. Covers labor and delivery, newborn care, infant CPR and breastfeeding.
September 19 – October 17, Mondays
November 7 – December 5, Mondays
Sibling Class
Fee $10.00 per family
One hour class on Saturday prepares the big sister or big brother for the new baby’s arrival, and includes video, tour, and hands-on activities.
Saturday, September 17 Saturday, November 5
Baby Care/Infant CPR Class
No Charge
This two hour class covers the basics of baby care with a hands-on approach to help parents feel comfortable with their newborn. Infant CPR and choking first aid will also be taught and practiced. (This is not a certification course.)
September 29, Thursday
October 17, Monday
November 12, Saturday
December 5, Monday
Breastfeeding Class
No Charge
This 1½ hour class is taught by certified lactation nurses and covers the basics of breastfeeding. It will include getting started in the hospital all the way to pumping and storing breast milk.
September 20, Tuesday
October 24, Monday
November 8, Tuesday
December 12, Monday
Tour The BirthPlace
Tours of the BirthPlace are conducted on a monthly basis at 7:00 p.m. in the
lobby of Memorial Hospital’s West campus.
First Monday of every month (excluding major holidays.)
Come visit with us to see what we have to offer expectant families.
Pre-registration is not required, children are welcome.
Please direct all questions to Childbirth Education Coordinator at 432-522-3283,
or log on to www.midland-memorial.com
Contact Information:
Midland Memorial Hospital West Campus
4214 Andrews Hwy.
Midland, Texas 79703
(432) 522-3283
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