Planning for Pregnancy Classes
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 7 couples. Fee is $20.00.
Class Dates |
- May 8, 2008
- June 12, 2008
- July 10, 2008
- August 21, 2008
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- September 4, 2008
- October 2, 2008
- November 6, 2008
- December 4, 2008
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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. Located in the Onyiuke Dining Room. Class size
is limited to 10 couples. A light snack is provided on both days. Fee is $100.00.
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.
Class Dates |
- June 21 and 22, 2008
- September 13 and 14, 2008
- November 8 and 9, 2008
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Saturday Session
A one-day class held from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday.
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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.
Tour Dates |
- May 17, 2008
- May 31, 2008
- June 14, 2008
- June 28, 2008
- July 12, 2008
- July 26, 2008
- August 9, 2008
- August 23, 2008
- September 6, 2008
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- September 20, 2008
- October 4, 2008
- October 18, 2008
- November 1, 2008
- November 15, 2008
- November 19, 2008
- December 13, 2008
- December 27, 2008
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A two hour class about caring for your baby is offered for expectant parents. 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 7
couples. Fee is $20.00.
Class Dates |
- May 12, 2008
- June 9, 2008
- July 14, 2008
- August 11, 2008
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- September 8, 2008
- October 6, 2008
- November 10, 2008
- December 8, 2008
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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
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