Educational programs are offered through First Impressions. All classes are offered free of charge and take place at Licking Memorial Hospital in the First Floor Conference Room. Please visit the Classes & Events calendar to register online, or call (220) 564-4333. For more information, please call (220) 564-4333 or email crussell@LMHealth.org.
Pregnancy and Childbirth Education Series
The following comprehensive education classes are designed to provide you and your support person with the information, skills, and resources needed to prepare for the birth of your baby. Open discussion and hands-on activities are included in each class. Participants are encouraged to share questions and concerns throughout the classes in order to feel more empowered during their birth experience. Topics include how to stay healthy during pregnancy, what to expect in labor and delivery, how to prepare for postpartum and newborn care, and infant CPR. Light snacks and refreshments are provided. There are two options for attending the series. The recommended time to take the childbirth education classes is between 28 and 35 weeks gestation, but choose the session that best accommodates your schedule.
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Three-part Series with Stork Tour
Wednesdays, 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Expectant parents with similar due dates will meet for three comprehensive classes over a span of three to four weeks. The three-part series includes Pregnancy Basics, Childbirth Education, and Mother-baby Basics. A Stork Tour of the Maternity Unit will be included in the series and takes place during the first class in each session, Pregnancy Basics. We recommend that participants register for each class within the session.
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One-day Course (Childbirth Education and Mother-baby Basics)
Saturdays, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 Noon
Participants will receive a condensed version of the three-part series that focuses on Childbirth Education and Mother-baby Basics. This course includes an Infant Choking and CPR overview. This option may be preferred for those who want a refresher course or just need the basics.
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Additional First Impressions Offerings
Breastfeeding Support Group
Mondays, 5:00 - 6:00 p.m.
Saturdays, 9:00 - 10:00 a.m.
Breastfeeding mothers meet to discuss breastfeeding issues and share tips for feeding their babies successfully.
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Breastfeeding Basics
Wednesdays, 6:00 - 8:30 p.m.
Saturdays, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 Noon
This class is designed to provide expectant parents with information about the benefits of breastfeeding for mothers, babies, and society. Parents will learn the basics of breastfeeding, including skills and techniques necessary for successful breastfeeding, and will have an opportunity to speak privately with one of our International Board Certified Lactation Consultants.
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Boot Camp for Dads
Saturdays, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 Noon
Expectant fathers will leave the class feeling more confident, prepared for fatherhood, and ready to be a team with the baby’s mother. Content topics include the needs of new mothers and babies, and the role of fathers. This class is led by Master Coach Fathers and veteran dads with babies.
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Stork Tours
Tuesdays, 6:00 to 7:30 p.m.
Take a guided tour of our beautiful Maternity Floor! Participants will be able to see rooms in the Labor & Delivery Unit and the Mother-baby Unit. The Stork Tour is also included in the Childbirth Education Series.
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Postpartum Support
Wednesdays, 5:00 - 6:00 p.m.
This group provides a safe and supportive space for parents and their support person(s) to share their feelings, concerns, and stories as a new parent.
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Sibling Preparation Class
Wednesdays, 5:00 - 6:00 p.m.
The Sibling Prep class will help older siblings, ages 2 to 7 years of age, understand their place within the family. It includes discussion of a baby’s appearance, growth, what to expect when visiting mom and new baby, including do’s and don’ts, and hands-on activities.
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Grandparenting
Wednesdays, 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Grandparenting offers information on infant care to grandparents. It focuses on changes in the best and safest practices for caring for newborns in recent years. An infant CPR overview and practice with mannequins is available at the end of the class.
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