Reedsburg Area Medical Center’s Birth Center continues to provide a wide array of classes to expectant parents, new parents and siblings.

For all Birth Center classes please call 524-6487, ext. 1301 for more information or to pre-register.

Current class offerings:

Childbirth Preparation
A six (6) week class held throughout the year from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Cost - $60 per couple. Childbirth preparation classes include methods of breathing and relaxation, labor and delivery planning, parenting and breastfeeding.

Refresher Childbirth Preparation
Once session held on an as-needed basis for 2.5 to 3 hours, designed to refresh parents having their second, or third, or fourth... child on childbirth preparation, changes in sibling and family relationships. Cost is $30 per couple.

Teen Childbirth Preparation
Designed specifically for the pregnant teen. Offered throughout the year, this four (4) week class runs for 1.5 hours, from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Includes childbirth preparation and respects the expectant teen's need for privacy, acceptance and respect. Cost $30 per couple.

Breastfeeding Class
Held throughout the year, 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Cost $10 per couple.

Parenting Class
Held throughout the year, 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Cost $10 per couple.

Sibling Class
Offered every other month. Designed for children ages 3-6 years and includes role play, interactive learning, video, tour and snacks. Cost $10 per family.

Exercise for Two
An exercise program designed for women in their second and third trimester of pregnancy and parents with babies age four (4) weeks to six (6) months. Offered on Mondays and Thursdays, 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. Minimum of six (6) must be enrolled to hold class. Cost $30 per month. Exercise for Two registrants should call the Rehabilitation Department at ext. 1920.

Mornings with Mom
Offered monthly the 2nd and 4th Thursday, 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Classes include topic activity/discussion, Q&A and new parent support/sharing. This is a free support group.

New Class offerings being considered based on community need/interest.

Pre-pregnancy
Nutrition, exercise, cessation of birth control, choosing a healthcare provider and birth facility, insurance and financial considerations.

Early Pregnancy
Physical changes of pregnancy, exercise, nutrition, precautions, emotional changes, fetal development and overview of birth options.

Yoga for Pregnancy
Unique series of stretches, strength building exercises for the specific needs of a changing body. Special modifications for each trimester.

Breastfeeding Support Group
Planning to offer the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month, 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. Topics to include (but not limited to) latching, road blocks, working, weaning.

For more information, to register for classes or to schedule a personal tour of the beautiful Birth Center at RAMC call 524-6487, ext. 1301.