2026 Prenatal Education Classes
New babies bring a lot of changes, and not just the diaper kind! Our Childbirth and Infant Care classes can help parents get ready for their new arrival. In addition, these classes provide an opportunity to meet other new parents.
Childbirth and Infant Care Series (In-Person & Virtual)
Our Childbirth and Infant Care classes prepare expectant couples for the physical and emotional changes that occur during pregnancy, delivery, and postpartum. These classes provide an overview of labor, teach you to care for your newborn, and help prepare you for the upcoming changes in your routine, emotions, and relationship.
Childbirth & Infant Care Series Value Package (weekly classes) Dates & Times:
- January 7 - February 18, 2026 (6:30pm - 8:30pm)
- February 19 - April 2, 2026 (6:30pm - 8:30pm)
- April 15 - May 27, 2026 (6:30pm - 8:30pm)
- May 28 - July 9, 2026 (6:30pm - 8:30pm)
- July 22 - September 2, 2026 (6:30pm - 8:30pm)
- September 3 - October 15, 2026 (6:30pm - 8:30pm)
- October 28 - December 16, 2026 (6:30pm - 8:30pm)
Childbirth Series Value Package (one-day classes) Dates & Times:
- February 7, 2026 (9:00am - 4:00pm)
- March 21, 2026 (9:00am - 4:00pm)
- May 16, 2026 (9:00am - 4:00pm)
- July 11, 2026 (9:00am - 4:00pm)
- September 19, 2026 (9:00am - 4:00pm)
- November 14, 2026 (9:00am - 4:00pm)
Cost & Registration: For the entire series (all seven Childbirth and Infant Care classes) the cost is $290 per couple. If taken separately, the Childbirth Series (A – C) is $140 and the Infant Care Series (D – G) is $185. To register for these classes, click on the desired date/times above!
Child and Infant CPR (In-Person)
Topics include choking, stroke, heart attack, sudden cardiac arrest, emergency action steps, airway management, rescue breathing, chest compressions, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), and AED use and operation. After evaluating your knowledge and hands-on skills in accordance with Health and Safety Institute (HSI) program standards, your instructor will issue your CPR Certification Card.
Class Dates & Times:
- January 24, 2026 (9:00am - 12:00pm)
- February 28, 2026 (9:00am - 12:00pm)
- March 7, 2026 (9:00am - 12:00pm)
- May 2, 2026 (9:00am - 12:00pm)
- August 22, 2026 (9:00am - 12:00pm)
- September 26, 2026 (9:00am - 12:00pm)
- November 7, 2026 (9:00am - 12:00pm)
- December 5, 2026 (9:00am - 12:00pm)
Cost & Registration: $64 per person or $125 per couple. Includes course, assessment, and 2-year certification card. To register for this course, click on the desired date/times above! Check this page periodically for additional Child & Infant CPR classes in 2026. We may add Saturday afternoon sessions if the morning classes fill up.
Child and Infant First Aid (In-Person)
First-aid emergencies covered include bleeding control; shock; soft-tissues injuries; bone, joint and muscle injuries; broken bones; medical emergencies; heat- and cold-related illnesses and injuries; seizures; poisoning; and more. After evaluating your knowledge and hands-on skills according to the Health and Safety Institute (HSI) program standard, your instructor will issue your First Aid Digital Certification Card.
Class Dates & Times:
Cost & Registration: $64 per person or $125 per couple. Includes course, assessment, and 2-year certification card. To register for this course, click on the desired date/times above!
Mom’s Support Group (Virtual)
This free, weekly ongoing group is an opportunity for moms and babies to connect face-to-face in a relaxed (online) environment to express the joys and concerns of being a new mother. We discuss a variety of topics including nursing, newborn care, parenting, and other common experiences.
Class Dates & Times:
- Our Mom's Support Group takes place each Thursday from 10:30am - 11:45am.
Cost & Registration: Free. To register and receive a Zoom link for this support group, please email: Yana.Harootunian-Cox@mymarinhealth.org.