Accelerated Childbirth Preparation (San Diego)

Preparing for childbirth

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Preparing for childbirth

This two-week accelerated course at Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego, teaches childbirth preparation basics.


Couples learn effective ways to reduce stress and increase comfort during labor. Class covers labor, birth, breathing techniques, medications and hospital procedures.


Take this course in conjunction with Getting Ready for Baby, Breastfeeding Your Baby and Hospital Orientation for Expectant Parents for a comprehensive overview of labor, birth and early parenting.


Class dates

Sundays, August 18 & 25, 2019


Registration is required

Pre-registration allows us to reserve your space and contact you in the event of a change in the time or location of a class or on the rare occasion that we have a class cancellation.


Please remember, we cannot guarantee accommodation for walk-in participation at our classes, screenings and programs and cannot be responsible for any inconvenience due to lack of registration.


Need an online option?

Online Childbirth Preparation is designed for parents who can’t make it to an on-site class, or those who simply prefer the convenience of online learning. This option is perfect for moms-to-be on bedrest, scheduling conflicts or as a refresher. The cost of the class is $75.

Event details

Location
Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego

3rd Floor Classroom
4077 5th Avenue
San Diego, CA 92103
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Date and time
Sun, Aug 18, 2019 at 1 pm to

Sun, Aug 25, 2019 at 6 pm

Fee
$75.00