Maternity Classes
We offer a number of classes to help women and their partners know what to expect at delivery and how to prepare to care for their newborn. We encourage you to participate in as many classes as you'd like as you prepare to welcome your baby.
Important Notes
- Preregistration is required for all classes.
- Birthing partners are encouraged to attend, but don't need to register.
- All in person classes are held at The Copeland Health Education Pavilion, Suite 101 (on the French Hospital Medical Center campus).
- Classes are limited to those delivering at the Stollmeyer Family Birthing Center at French Hospital Medical Center only.
- All classes are free.
To register for any childbirth classes please call or email Tamra at (805) 542-6659 or [email protected].
Bellies and Babies
A support group for pregnancy and postpartum, the childbirth year!
Every Thursday, 12PM - 1PM
Copeland Health Education Pavillion, Suite 101
1823 Johnson Ave, San Luis Opispo
Join us, Amy Callarman, RN, IBCLC and Tamra Winfield-Pace, RN for one hour of TLC and support! We invite all stages of pregnancy and postpartum, any stages of infancy and all parents.
Topics include:
- Discomforts during the childbirth year
- Nutrition and hydration
- Exercise and wellbeing
- Self care and self love
- Feeding the baby
- Milestones for pregnancy and infancy
No need to register, just come and enjoy! Topics vary. For more information, please call Tamra, (805) 542-6659.
Prepared Childbirth Classes
This series of classes is designed to provide current information, practical tools, and techniques needed to promote a healthy birth experience. Plus, we have a good time! Partners and coaches are encouraged to participate. Please have a pillow and a blanket/yoga mat.
Every Tuesday for four weeks, 6:00PM – 8:30PM
In person
- August 27 - Sept 17
- Sept 24 - Oct 15
- Oct 22 - Nov 12
- Nov 19 - Dec 17 (No Class 11/26)
Saturday, one all day class, 10:00AM – 5:00PM
- September 21
To register for this class, please call or email Tamra at (805) 542-6659 or [email protected].
Natural Childbirth Class
This one-session class will focus on personal determination, coping strategies and comfort techniques for women and families interested in an un-medicated birth. Please have a pillow and a blanket/yoga mat.
Thursdays, 6:00PM – 8:30PM
In person
- October 17
To register for this class, please call or email Tamra at (805) 542-6659 or [email protected].
Baby Basics Class
Information and tips on newborns and infants; sleeping, bathing, feeding, diapering, swaddling, medications, immunizations, remedies for fussy babies, milestones and more in a fun, relaxed atmosphere.
Thursdays, 6:00PM – 8:30PM
In person
- October 3
- November 7
- December 5
To register for this class, please call or email Tamra at (805) 542-6659 or [email protected].
Breastfeeding Class
The benefits of breastfeeding, positioning baby for a successful latch and guidelines for knowing that your baby is getting enough breast milk will be discussed. Tips on returning to work and advice regarding pumps and milk storage is included. Partners are also encouraged to attend.
Saturdays, 10:00AM – 12:30PM
In person
- October 5
- November 2
- December 7
To register for this class, please call or email Tamra at (805) 542-6659 or [email protected].
Infant CPR Class
You will learn lifesaving skills for infants from birth to one year of age. This is a non-certifying class but is packed with easy to remember information.
Thursdays, 6:00PM – 7:00PM
In person
- September 28
- October 24
- November 21
- December 12
To register for this class, please call or email Tamra at (805) 542-6659 or [email protected].
Family Birthing Center Tour
Take a virtual tour of the beautiful Stollmeyer Family Birthing Center at French Hospital Medical Center. For an in-person tour, please call or email our Childbirth Education Coordinator, Tamra Winfield-Pace, RN, at (805) 542-6659 or [email protected].