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Childbirth Preparation Bethesda North

CEA One-Day Condensed Childbirth - Bethesda North - 08/29/2026

$107

with Hadley H

Calendar Next available session starts Aug 29, 2026 at 9 am

This class is cosponsored by the Childbirth Education Association (CEA).

Only register the expectant mother. She is encouraged to bring a birthing partner with her.

Do you want information about labor and delivery but are short on time? This class provides the information in a condensed format. In our interactive classes you will learn:

  • Prenatal and infant nutrition
  • How to know when you are in labor
  • What will happen in the hospital?
  • Comfort techniques to cope with labor and ways your coach can help.
  • What your options are concerning medication and other interventions
  • What you can expect after delivery for you and your baby

A Tour IS NOT included in this class.

Breastfeeding and cesarean delivery classes are offered free of charge with registration. To register for the FREE CEA In-Person Breastfeeding Class and FREE CEA In-Person Cesarean Delivery class, use the promo code you recieve in your registration email.

Good Samaritan - 5 Week Childbirth Class - 09/01/26

$107

with Hadley H

Calendar Next available session starts Sep 1, 2026 at 7 pm

This class is cosponsored by the Childbirth Education Association (CEA).

Only register the expectant mother. She is encouraged to bring a birthing partner with her.

This five-week series will help prepare you for your birth experience and empower you with the knowledge you need to make informed decisions. In our interactive classes you will learn:

  • Prenatal and infant nutrition
  • How to know when you are in labor
  • What will happen in the hospital?
  • Comfort techniques to cope with labor and ways your coach can help.
  • What your options are concerning medication and other interventions
  • What you can expect after delivery for you and your baby

A Tour IS NOT included in this class.

Breastfeeding and cesarean delivery classes are offered free of charge with registration. To register for the FREE CEA In-Person Breastfeeding Class and FREE CEA In-Person Cesarean Delivery class, use the promo code you recieve in your registration email.

CEA One-Day Condensed Childbirth - Bethesda North - 09/12/2026

$107

with Hadley H

Calendar Next available session starts Sep 12, 2026 at 9 am

This class is cosponsored by the Childbirth Education Association (CEA).

Only register the expectant mother. She is encouraged to bring a birthing partner with her.

Do you want information about labor and delivery but are short on time? This class provides the information in a condensed format. In our interactive classes you will learn:

  • Prenatal and infant nutrition
  • How to know when you are in labor
  • What will happen in the hospital?
  • Comfort techniques to cope with labor and ways your coach can help.
  • What your options are concerning medication and other interventions
  • What you can expect after delivery for you and your baby

A Tour IS NOT included in this class.

Breastfeeding and cesarean delivery classes are offered free of charge with registration. To register for the FREE CEA In-Person Breastfeeding Class and FREE CEA In-Person Cesarean Delivery class, use the promo code you recieve in your registration email.

Good Samaritan - 5 Week Childbirth Class - 10/13/26

$107

with Hadley H

Calendar Next available session starts Oct 13, 2026 at 7 pm

This class is cosponsored by the Childbirth Education Association (CEA).

Only register the expectant mother. She is encouraged to bring a birthing partner with her.

This five-week series will help prepare you for your birth experience and empower you with the knowledge you need to make informed decisions. In our interactive classes you will learn:

  • Prenatal and infant nutrition
  • How to know when you are in labor
  • What will happen in the hospital?
  • Comfort techniques to cope with labor and ways your coach can help.
  • What your options are concerning medication and other interventions
  • What you can expect after delivery for you and your baby

A Tour IS NOT included in this class.

Breastfeeding and cesarean delivery classes are offered free of charge with registration. To register for the FREE CEA In-Person Breastfeeding Class and FREE CEA In-Person Cesarean Delivery class, use the promo code you recieve in your registration email.

CEA One-Day Condensed Childbirth - Bethesda North - 10/17/2026

$107

with Hadley H

Calendar Next available session starts Oct 17, 2026 at 9 am

This class is cosponsored by the Childbirth Education Association (CEA).

Only register the expectant mother. She is encouraged to bring a birthing partner with her.

Do you want information about labor and delivery but are short on time? This class provides the information in a condensed format. In our interactive classes you will learn:

  • Prenatal and infant nutrition
  • How to know when you are in labor
  • What will happen in the hospital?
  • Comfort techniques to cope with labor and ways your coach can help.
  • What your options are concerning medication and other interventions
  • What you can expect after delivery for you and your baby

A Tour IS NOT included in this class.

Breastfeeding and cesarean delivery classes are offered free of charge with registration. To register for the FREE CEA In-Person Breastfeeding Class and FREE CEA In-Person Cesarean Delivery class, use the promo code you recieve in your registration email.

CEA One-Day Condensed Childbirth - Bethesda North - 11/21/2026

$107

with Hadley H

Calendar Next available session starts Nov 21, 2026 at 9 am

This class is cosponsored by the Childbirth Education Association (CEA).

Only register the expectant mother. She is encouraged to bring a birthing partner with her.

Do you want information about labor and delivery but are short on time? This class provides the information in a condensed format. In our interactive classes you will learn:

  • Prenatal and infant nutrition
  • How to know when you are in labor
  • What will happen in the hospital?
  • Comfort techniques to cope with labor and ways your coach can help.
  • What your options are concerning medication and other interventions
  • What you can expect after delivery for you and your baby

A Tour IS NOT included in this class.

Breastfeeding and cesarean delivery classes are offered free of charge with registration. To register for the FREE CEA In-Person Breastfeeding Class and FREE CEA In-Person Cesarean Delivery class, use the promo code you recieve in your registration email.

CEA One-Day Condensed Childbirth - Bethesda North - 12/05/2026

$107

with Hadley H

Calendar Next available session starts Dec 5, 2026 at 9 am

This class is cosponsored by the Childbirth Education Association (CEA).

Only register the expectant mother. She is encouraged to bring a birthing partner with her.

Do you want information about labor and delivery but are short on time? This class provides the information in a condensed format. In our interactive classes you will learn:

  • Prenatal and infant nutrition
  • How to know when you are in labor
  • What will happen in the hospital?
  • Comfort techniques to cope with labor and ways your coach can help.
  • What your options are concerning medication and other interventions
  • What you can expect after delivery for you and your baby

A Tour IS NOT included in this class.

Breastfeeding and cesarean delivery classes are offered free of charge with registration. To register for the FREE CEA In-Person Breastfeeding Class and FREE CEA In-Person Cesarean Delivery class, use the promo code you recieve in your registration email.

Understanding Birth Online Childbirth E-Class

$79

with Robin D

Can’t come to a childbirth class? We’ll bring it to you! Consider the Understanding Birth eClass your go-to guide for answers you can trust on childbirth. This interactive online course covers essential information on labor, medical procedures, comfort techniques, newborns, postpartum and much more. The course also highlights ways partners can help throughout the process. You’ll also get a sense of what labor is really like as you watch several birth stories. There are many interactive activities you will have access to, such as videos, animations, quizzes, relaxation exercises, and much more.

Multi-language access: English, Spanish, Portuguese, French, German, Arabic, Japanese, and Chinese. For those with vision, hearing, motor impairments, and cognitive disorders closed captions, read-along audio and other custom learner settings available.

You can access the eClass from any computer or mobile device with an Internet connection. It is advised that you enroll in this class at 28-32 weeks gestation. Allow 4-6 hours to complete. Thank you to the Good Samaritan Guild for their generous funding support for this program.





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