Childbirth Preparation Class Series

WVU Medicine Obstetrics and Gynecology in Morgantown is offering a variety of classes for expectant mothers and families. We look forward to helping you prepare for this exciting change in your life!

The Childbirth Preparation Class Series prepares parents for childbirth, breastfeeding, and parenting. The classes are designed to make patients aware of their healthcare options and to encourage involvement in their own healthcare.

Classes include:

These classes will cover some of the following topics:

  • The process of birth
  • Medical options
  • Coping skills for labor
  • Cesarean birth
  • Complications in pregnancy and labor
  • Communicating with healthcare providers
  • Newborn characteristics and care
  • Parenting skills

Please notify us if there is a change in your due date or if you need help scheduling a class. Every effort will be made to place you in the class session of your choice.

Registration

You should register for classes during your second trimester of pregnancy. Class space is limited. To reserve a class space, you can register online, by mail, or by phone.

Payment

Check or money order only.

Payment by check:

  • Please make checks payable to: UHA
  • Please bring payment with you to the first class.

WVU Medicine lactation consultants assist expecting mothers and their families in understanding the process of breastfeeding.

Topics include:

  • Breastfeeding positions
  • Getting the best start
  • How breastfeeding works
  • Proper latch-on technique
  • Returning to work
  • Signs that breastfeeding is going well
  • When to feed your baby

Cost: $15
Time: 6 – 8 pm
Location: Classes are virtual unless listed to be in person.

The class is offered on the following evenings:

2025

  • May 13 virtual/in-person
  • June 17 virtual
  • July 8 virtual/in-person
  • August 13 virtual
  • September 9 virtual/in-person
  • October 13 virtual
  • November 10 virtual/in-person
  • December 9 virtual

We hope to empower each parent with the tools and knowledge needed for the delivery of their precious baby.

Our class is tailored for first-time parents. We educate mom and partner about expectations for the delivery process.

Topics include:

  • Stages of labor
  • Natural childbirth
  • Pain management assisted childbirth
  • Epidural
  • Cesarean section
  • Incorporation of Bradley and Lamaze relaxation methods during childbirth
  • Kangaroo care
  • Postpartum recovery

Childbirth Traditional Class

Cost: $60
Time: 5:30 – 8:30 pm
Location: The group only meets virtual via zoom

This three-class series is offered on the following dates:

2025

  • May 6, 13, 20 at 6pm
  • June 3, 10, 17
  • July 8, 15, 22
  • August 5, 12, 19
  • September 2, 9, 16 at 6pm
  • October 7, 14, 21
  • November 5, 12, 21 at 6pm
  • December 2, 9, 16

Childbirth One Day Class

Cost: $60
Time: 9 am – 4:30 pm
Location: Classes will meet in person.

These Saturday classes will take place on the following dates:

2025

  • June 14
  • October 4

Short and Sweet Childbirth Class

This class provides the same information offered in Traditional and Quick classes but without the guest speakers. This class was created with the hope of being able to provide the needed information to our patients in an efficient manner for those who may have limited time, limited access to transportation, and/or just want the information without the extra participation events of traditional classes.

Cost: $45
Time: 5:30 – 7:30 pm
Location: The group only meets virtual via zoom

The class is offered on the following dates:

2025

  • May 27
  • June 24 at 6pm
  • July 29
  • August 26 at 6pm
  • September 30 at 6pm
  • October 28
  • November 25
  • December 17

This virtual support group provides the opportunity for moms to connect and find community with others navigating the postpartum period. This group provides a safe space for sharing experiences, addressing emotional and physical challenges, and celebrating successes. The group meets weekly for six weeks on Thursdays at 5 pm, and all postpartum moms are invited to join!.

Cost: Free
Time: Thursday from 5 – 6 pm
Location: Classes will meet via Zoom.

2025

  • May 1
  • May 8
  • May 15
  • May 22
  • May 29
  • June 5
  • June 12
  • June 19
  • June 26
  • July 3
  • July 10
  • July 17
  • July 24
  • July 31
  • August 7
  • August 14
  • August 21
  • August 28
  • September 4
  • September 11
  • September 18
  • September 25
  • October 2
  • October 9
  • October 16
  • October 23rd
  • October 30
  • November 6
  • November 13
  • November 20
  • December 4
  • December 11
  • December 18
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