Prenatal Education Classes
Saint Anthony's Women's Pavilion offers a variety of prenatal classes to prepare you for the birth of your baby. Our comprehensive Childbirth Preparation Course includes infant CPR training and covers information you need to know to care for your newborn.
You should be in your last trimester for any of the Childbirth Preparation classes (Lamaze); most area obstetricians recommend that you complete the class four weeks before your due date. Classes meet in the Lobby Conference Room near the Emergency Department Entrance, Ground Floor of Saint Anthony's Health Center in Alton, Illinois.
Prenatal Class Registration — 618/465-BABY (618/465-2229).
2012 Prenatal Schedule of Classes
Course Descriptions
Childbirth Preparation Course This five-week session is based on the ASPO Lamaze method of childbirth, and covers expectations during pregnancy, labor and delivery. Relaxation exercises and breathing techniques are practiced.
Fast-track Childbirth Preparation This one-day session is available for those couples who cannot attend regular evening classes. Accelerated ASPO Lamaze curriculum is followed. Women should be in their last trimesters of their pregnancies for this class. Participants need to register for separate C-section/Anesthesia, Breastfeeding and Infant Care classes. Early registration is requested!
Caesarean Section and Anesthesia A class for couples who have already taken Lamaze or mothers who know they will be having a Caesarean. Offers information about caesareans and the different types of anesthesia.
Breastfeeding Women interested in breastfeeding their newborns are encouraged to attend this free class.
Infant Care A class for first-time expectant parents, covering the basics of newborn and infant care.
Tours A tour of the Women's Pavilion is included in Childbirth Preparation Classes. To schedule an appointment for a Sibling Tour, call 618/465-2229.