Childbirth and Parenting Classes at Aiken Regional Medical Centers
Aiken Regional Medical Centers offers a range of childbirth and parenting classes, including classes to help expectant parents prepare for their new role as parents and classes for children and teenagers.
Childbirth Preparation
Expectant parents will learn about physiological and emotional changes that occur during pregnancy and birth. The class covers labor and delivery, cesarean sections, breathing techniques, anesthesia and analgesia, exercise, relaxation techniques, breastfeeding and baby care. It also includes various tools for coping with discomforts of labor.
Classes are held on a Thursday, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Childbirth classes are offered to patients free of charge.
Location: Aiken Regional, Sixth Floor, Classrooms A and B
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Breastfeeding Class
Learn successful breastfeeding techniques. This course from Aiken Regional includes discussing the advantages of breastfeeding for mother and baby, prenatal preparation, the keys to successful breastfeeding and expressing and storing breast milk.
Breastfeeding classes are offered to patients free of charge.
Location: Aiken Regional, Women's LifeCare Center
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For Babies' Sake
This monthly support group allows you to connect and share experiences with other new parents. Become part of a friendly and supportive community. Expert guest speakers will be featured every quarter. This support group is provided to patients free of charge.
Location: Aiken Regional, 2nd floor, Women's LifeCare Center Classroom
Dates: No events are currently scheduled
Babysitting Training Class
This American Red Cross course teaches skills and information needed to ensure safe and responsible care for children in the absence of parents or guardians.
This class is for ages 11 – 15. A parent or guardian must register the attending child or children.
Location: Aiken Regional, Sixth Floor, Classrooms A and B
Cost: $45