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YOUR BABY WITH US > LAMAZE: CHILD BIRTH PREPARATION CLASSES AT
QHC
The
purpose of the program is to provide:
- Education
to enhance the well being of expectant parents.
- Education
to increase involvement in the childbearing process.
- Anticipatory
guidance for parenting.
The
purpose will be achieved by:
- Introducing
breathing/relaxation techniques and comfort measures/ coping strategies
to improve the childbearing experience.
- Providing
anticipatory guidance to enhance the well-being and safety of the mother
and baby.
- Encouraging
bonding between the expectant mother, her partner, family and the newborn.
- Providing
options for the expectant mother/her coach in selecting their preferences
for childbearing (a birthing plan).
- Promoting
positive interaction and communication between the patient/family and
the healthcare providers.
- Encouraging
the development of parenting skills and provide support and guidance
in the ongoing adjustment to the role of parenting.
Expectant
parents in their last trimester of pregnancy (around 28 weeks or more)
should attend the Lamaze classes, including all Queens Health Network
clients and personnel.
The
program consists of a series of five classes and is scheduled throughout
the year, located at Queens Hospital Center, “A” Building, 3
East, Room 26A.
There
is no fee to participate.
For
further information, contact class instructor Annabelle White RN, CPCE,
at (718) 883-3502, or your healthcare provider at your clinic.
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