Get ready for your new arrival! Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital offers a number of programs to help you, your partner and family members prepare for your pregnancy and new baby. Register for programs, or download an easy to read brochure of Childbirth Education classes.

Parents

Childbirth Education
Addresses concerns and misconceptions about the birth process and includes a tour of the birth center.

Great Expectations
Focuses on physical and emotional well being during pregnancy.

Happiest Baby on the Block
Learn the 5 S's and this amazing technique from a certified instructor prenatally or soon after your newborn arrives.

Refresher Lamaze
Reviews the birth method. Not recommended for first-time parents-to-be.

VBAC Refresher Class
Prepares couples who have previously delivered by Cesarean and are now planning for a vaginal birth.

Twins or More!
Focuses on the challenges and joys of multiple pregnancies and births.

Training Day for Dads
Attend as early in pregnancy as possible
A morning just for dads to gain the confidence and experience to prepare for the game of a lifetime - fatherhood.. (Fee.)

Newborn Basics
Covers the many facets of caring for a newborn. (Baby Is Here class is included in fee.)

Breastfeeding
Covers breastfeeding-related issues that expectant moms face. Partners are encouraged to attend.

Yoga Moms
This six week class features safe, efective yoga workout for pregnant women taught by a certified Yoga instructor. Call 1.800.3ADVOCATE (1.800.323.8622) for a special Pampered Pregnancy offer.

Pampered Pregnancy Class - Making life easier now and after baby arrives
Taken anytime during pregnancy
A one-time class taken before baby arrives to prepare for the many new challenges parents encounter. Registered dietician, certified educator/RN and manicurist will be in attendance. Hand massage included! (Fee.)

For Siblings and Grandparents

Caring Kids Class
Prepares big brothers and sisters for a new baby's arrival.

Grandparents Class
Focuses on parenting and other issues faced by expectant grandparents.

After Pregnancy

Baby Is Here
Offers instructions for new moms. Babies need to attend. (No charge if you enroll in Newborn Basics.)

Infant and Child CPR and Safety
Covers CPR, rescue breathing, choking prevention and safety information. Separate classes deal with infant safety (0 to 1 year) and children's safety (1 to 8 years).

Infant Massage
This is a two class series that is taken after the baby arrives, teaching the art of infant massage and its benefits for bonding, comforting and relaxation.

Yoga After Baby
Join other moms for stretching, exercise and relaxation while incorporating gentle yoga techniques. Babies are welcome to attend (6 weeks to pre-crawlers). Physician's note is required.

Getting back in shape at
Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital Health & Fitness Center
The Good Shepherd Hospital Health & Fitness Center in Barrington offers a variety of classes, equipment and the expertise of fitness professionals to help you get back in shape and to find some time for you.