If you have questions about your registration or would like to receive a childbirth class brochure by mail, please call 360-493-7768 (Providence St. Peter Hospital) or 360-330-8917 / 360-330-8630 (Providence Centralia Hospital).

Prepared Childbirth
This four-week series prepares expectant parents for the physical and emotional aspects of the later stages of pregnancy, labor, birth and the time after your baby is born. Topics include labor and birth process; breathing and pushing techniques; assisted deliveries; recovery and postpartum; relaxation; pain relief options; cesarean birth; and hospital tour. Includes a separate Infant Safety & CPR class and/or Breastfeeding Your Baby class. Class is held Tuedsay and Wednesday, 7-9 p.m.
Fee: $95/couple or medical coupon

Fast Track Childbirth
An accelerated version of our four-week class, this class is offered in one day (Saturdays or Sundays). Includes a hospital tour and a separate Infant Safety & CPR class and/or Breastfeeding Your Baby class.
Fee: $95/couple or medical coupon

Prepared Childbirth Class for Teens
Four-week class held at the Thurston County Health Department. Open to all teens and their support partners.
Wednesdays, 4-6 p.m.
Fee: Medical coupon.

Sibling Celebration
Siblings ages 2-8, along with their parents, prepare for their role as big brother or sister. Siblings learn what to expect when they come to the hospital, what it's like to have a new baby in the home, how to hold a newborn, and safe behavior, using life-like dolls. Also includes a hospital tour and a peek inside the newborn nursery.
Providence St. Peter - Sundays, 10 a.m.-noon.
Cost: $40/family.

Sibling Tours at Providence Centralia
Available on request. Recommended that children be at least two years old and that the tour takes place within three weeks of mom’s due date. Call 360-330-8917 or 360-330-8630 to schedule your free tour.

New Grandparent Class
For expectant and new grandparents. Topics include how things have changed since you became parents; communication between parents & grandparents; how grandparents can help; current guidelines for infant care, car seats & safety; and the 5 S's to calm a fussy baby.
Providence St. Peter - Sundays, 2-4 p.m.
Fee: $20/grandparent

Infant Safety at Providence Centralia
You will learn how to make your home a safer place for your family, including infant CPR, choking and handling emergencies. Taught by a firefighter. $15 or medical coupon. Call 360-330-8917 or 360-330-8630 to register.

Baby Boot Camp
Providence St. Peter - Sundays, 6:30-9 p.m.
Fee: $20/person

Breastfeeding Your Baby
Find out the benefits of breastfeeding for mom and baby. You will learn proper positioning and latch-on techniques, how to troubleshoot potential problems and helpful hints to enhance your breastfeeding success. Your support person also is encouraged to attend.
Providence St. Peter - Thursdays, 7-9 p.m.
Fee: Included with childbirth classes.

Breastfeeding Support
Providence Centralia - Breastfeeding specialists are available to offer telephone support at no charge. If you have questions related to breastfeeding, please call the Family Birth Center at 360-330-8917 or 360-330-8630.