Planning for Pregnancy Classes
Breast-feeding Class
A class offered on breast-feeding for expectant parents led by a certified lactation consultant. Discussion topics include the benefits of breast-feeding, how to get started, and how the rest of the family can help the breast-feeding mother as well as how to continue breast-feeding and working. Classes are
primarily held on the first Thursday of each month from 7 to 9 p.m. Located in the Onyiuke Dining Room.
Class size is limited to 10 couples. Fee is $20.00.
Class Dates |
- June 7, 2012
- July 12, 2012
- September 6, 2012
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- October 4, 2012
- November 1, 2012
- December 6, 2012
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To register, call UConnLink at 800-535-6232 or 860-679-7692. |
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Childbirth Preparation Class
The class will cover anatomy and physiology of pregnancy
and labor, emotions of pregnancy, nutrition, fetal growth
and development, comfort measures for labor, working with
unexpected events in labor, cesarean delivery as well as
practice of relaxation and breathing techniques for labor.
Remember to bring two pillows and wear comfortable clothing.
Weekend Session
A two-day class held from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday and 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Sunday.
Located in the Onyiuke Dining Room. Class size is limited to
8 couples. A light snack is provided. Fee is $100.00. For more information, call UConnLink at 800-535-6232 or 860-679-7692.
Saturday Session
A one-day class held from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday. Located
in the Onyiuke Dining Room. Class size is limited to 8
couples. A light snack is provided. Fee is $100.00.
Class Dates |
- June 9, 2012
- July 7, 2012
- September 8, 2012
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- October 13, 2012
- November 3, 2012
- December 1, 2012
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To register, call UConnLink at 800-535-6232 or 860-679-7692. |
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Hospital Maternity Tours
Tours are held every other Saturday at 3:30 p.m. A representative will meet you in the hospital lobby and guide you through labor and delivery, postpartum, and the nursery. Children and grandparents are welcome to attend tours. Class size is limited to 7 families. This tour is free.
Note: Children under the age of 12 will not be
allowed to visit on the patient floors during this year's
flu season so please plan accordingly.
Tour Dates |
- May 26, 2012
- June 16, 2012
- July7, 2012
- July 28, 2012
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- August 18, 2012
- September 8, 2012
- September 29, 2012
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To register, call UConnLink at 800-535-6232 or 860-679-7692. |
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Infant Care Class
A two hour class about caring for your baby is offered for expectant parents
and caregivers. Discussion topics include appearance and behavior of the newborn, car seat and home safety issues, well child care and the importance of immunizations, choosing a pediatrician as well as practice with diapering and bathing a newborn. Classes are
primarily held on the second Monday of every month from 7 to 9 p.m.
Located in the Onyiuke Dining Room. Class size is limited to 10
couples. Fee is $20.00.
Class Dates |
- May 14, 2012
- June 11, 2012
- July 23, 2012
- September 10, 2012
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- October 15, 2012
(NICU Conference Rom)
- November 5, 2012
(NICU Conference Room)
- December 10, 2012
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To register, call UConnLink at 800-535-6232 or 860-679-7692. |
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Prenatal to Parenting
A Nurturing Prenatal Group Program
Becoming a new parent is exciting and challenging.
Together we’ll learn what to expect – from welcoming your
baby to first steps. Expecting moms and dads are invited to
an informational 6-session group program on how to prepare
to becoming new parents. Topics include: pregnancy and parenting adjustment,
parent-child
attachment, infant crying, infant feeding, infant
sleeping, establishing routines, and postpartum planning/community
resources. Parents receive free materials. Program is free.
Spring 2012 |
- Wednesdays, May 16 through June 20, 2012
10 to 11:30 a.m.
- Dowling North Medical Building
UConn Health Center
263 Farmington Avenue
Farmington, CT
Directions
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- Follow signs to the Dowling North Medical Building. Park anywhere outside
the building. Take elevators to the first
floor, our suite is the third door on
the right.
- Breakfast snacks will be served.
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To register, call Jen at 860-679-4114 or email
nurturingfamilies@uchc.edu.
A program of the
Children’s Trust Fund. |
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Helpful Links
Visit Our Newborn Nursery!
Tip-toe through our nursery and see babies recently delivered at John Dempsey Hospital.
Learn more > Contact Information For more information, call UConnLink at 800-535-6232 or 860-679-7692.
Class Location
UConn Health Center
263 Farmington Avenue
Farmington, CT 06030
Directions |