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Prenatal Classes
Important Notice!
Pre-registration for classes is REQUIRED. Register online through this web site or call (501) 686-8084. Space is limited, so register early.
For actual class dates, please click on the Register Online link at the right.
Breastfeeding
Learn the advantages of breastfeeding, proper techniques for initiating breastfeeding, holding a baby while breastfeeding, pumping the breasts for milk, and storing breast milk.
Course fee: $10
Location: 8th Floor, Central Building
Class is held the 3rd Thursday of each month from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Labor and Delivery Unit Tours
Take a tour of the hospital's state-of-the-art labor and delivery unit featuring wonderful birthing suites. Your guide will provide information about all of the options at UAMS Medical Center.
Location: Meet at the 8th Floor Information Desk, Central Building
Tour is held the 4th Thursday of each month at 4:00 p.m.
Preparing for Birth
This class helps prepare expectant parents for the events that will occur during labor and delivery. Learn the definition of labor, signs and symptoms of labor, and coping with pain. Learn the physical and emotional changes associated with early, active and transition labor. Relaxation and breathing techniques are introduced. Participants will take a tour of the labor and delivery unit at UAMS.
Course fee: $30 (includes teaching booklets)
Location: 8th Floor, Central Building
Class is held the 4th Saturday of each month from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Relaxation During Labor & Delivery
Learn relaxation and comfort measures available during labor. These include breathing techniques, massage, relaxation exercises, and visualization. Participants will have the opportunity to practice these techniques during class.
Course fee: $10
Location: 8th Floor, Central Building
Class is held the 1st Thursday of each month from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Sibling Class
This birthday party-style course—complete with refreshments and party favors—encourages children to celebrate the birth of their new brothers and sisters. Instructors teach children how to hold, diaper and use a blanket with a new baby. Participants will take a tour of the UAMS labor and delivery unit. This class is offered every other month.
Course fee: $10
Location: E Wing (Ward Tower), Room 1E/34
Class is held the 3rd Wednesday of every other month from 3:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
"Baby On Board" Class Package
Register for all the prenatal and newborn care classes to receive a discounted registration price of $60. Classes included in the package are:
l Breastfeeding
l Infant CPR & Safety
l Newborn Care
l Preparing for Birth
l Relaxation During Labor & Delivery
l Sibling Class (if needed)
Register Online
or call
(501) 686-8084
This web page can be used in addition to the information from your health care provider. Your health care provider is always your first source for health information. Information from this web page should not be seen as personal medical advice.
Patient Education Department
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
4301 West Markham Street #526
Little Rock, AR 72205
Telephone (501) 686-8084 Pager (501) 688-6874
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