Education & Prenatal Classes
St. Dominic's wants to make sure that you and the other members of your family are ready for the arrival of your new baby. We put a special emphasis on education classes so that you feel prepared to handle the challenges of pregnancy and childbirth plus those that come from caring for a newborn. Our classes include everything from fitness for mom and breastfeeding to infant CPR and a car seat safety check.
View our roster of ongoing classes below, then click on the Well & Aware Calendar link at the bottom of the page to register for your classes.
Classes For Expecting Families
Moms N Motion - St. Dominic's HealthLine Wellness Center offers a structured water fitness class that helps maintain cardio respiratory and muscular fitness throughout pregnancy and the postpartum period. Must be at least 12 weeks into pregnancy and have a signed medical release from a physician. Call (601)200-4925 for details. Cost: $50/month or free for mothers delivering at St. Dominic's.
Breastfeeding Class - This class includes the advantages of breastfeeding for mother and baby, prenatal preparation, keys to successful breastfeeding and expressing and storing breast milk.
Call (601)200-6934. Free. Thursday and Saturday classes are available.
Infant CPR - A one-session class that teaches injury prevention and correct CPR techniques for a new infant. Held twice a month at St. Dominic's. Call (601)200-6934. Free.
Infant Seat Safety Check - Certified technicians from Mississippi Safe Kids will be at St. Dominic's to show parents how to properly install their child's car seat. Call (601)200-6934 for more information. Free.
Brothers and Sisters-To-Be - St. Dominic's will offer a special class for children ages 3-8 who are expecting a new baby in their family. Emphasis is given to the sibling's new role as a big brother or big sister. Call (601)200-6934 for details or to register. Free.
Fatherwise - A one-night class for expectant or new fathers which offers personal, first-hand tips from a new dad and advice on how to help mom. Call (601)200-6934 to register. Free.
Newborn Care Class - St. Dominic's teaches parents basic infant care and common parental concerns of the first few months. Call (601)200-6934. Free.
Baby & Me Singles Childbirth Class - A childbirth class for the single mom covering all aspects of labor, delivery, anesthesia and postpartum. Supper is included. Cost: $25 per person. Call (601)200-6934 to register.
Prepared Childbirth Class - St. Dominic's offers a class that covers everything you need to know before, during and after your baby's birth. Weekend and Tuesday evening classes available. Registration required. Call (601)200-6934 to register. Cost: $50 per couple.
"Grand" Parents Class - This class for expecting or new grandparents is designed as an update on childbirth and parenting practices. Call (601)200-6934 to register. Free.
