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• Prepared Childbirth Classes
Prepared Childbirth Classes are four week classes designed to assist pregnant mothers and their partners learn about labor, delivery and the immediate post-partum period. The first three weeks focus on labor – relaxation, breathing and breast feeling. Week four discusses parenting topics. These classes are recommended at 7 to 8 months of pregnancy. Free to mothers delivering at Methodist Hospitals. To enroll call 1-800-909-3627.
At Northlake Campus
Slick Conference Room (first floor), 600 Grant Street, Gary, IN
Mondays from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.
August 5, 12, 19 (3 week session only)
September 9, 16, 23 and 30
October 7, 14, 21 and 28
At Southlake Campus
Maternal Fetal Medicine Conference Room, 8701 Broadway, Merrillville, IN
Tuesdays from 6:30 to 9:00 p.m.
August 20, 27, Sept 3, 10
September 17, 24, October 1, 8
• Breastfeeding Walk-in Clinic
Free Clinic for prenatal and postnatal breastfeeding mothers. Share stories, make connections, and learn about available support services.
At Northlake Campus
Third floor conference room, 600 Grant St, Gary, IN
Fourth Tuesday of each month at 1:00 p.m. For information call 886-4734.
At Southlake Campus
Maternal Fetal Conference Room, 8701 Broadway, Merrillville, IN
Second Thursday of each month at 3:00 p.m. For information call 757-7638