Classes and Resources

As part of our commitment to building healthier communities, Virginia Mason Franciscan Health is dedicated to supporting families as they welcome a new baby. We offer a variety of supportive services, resources and classes to help you before, during and after childbirth.

Our services include:

Breastfeeding support

Inpatient support and outpatient appointments with certified lactation consultants to help mother and baby bond.

CenteringPregnancy®

This group prenatal care program replaces one-on-one visits with your provider. Led by certified nurse-midwives and obstetricians and complete with health checks, education and support from other expectant mothers.

Childbirth and parenting classes

Educational classes in English and Spanish to help parents prepare for a new baby, with topics including childbirth preparation, water births and infant safety.

Community support services

Preventive health care, nutrition education and other support and services for underserved and uninsured women and children.

Take a parenting or childbirth preparation class

We offer education to help you prepare for your new baby. Find out more and register anytime by:

• Visiting our family education page to sign up online
• Calling 1-888-825-3227 (se habla español)

Download our free guide

Preparing for childbirth can be overwhelming. To help you get started, we’ve created a free downloadable guide that provides everything you need to know as you take your first steps toward motherhood with Virginia Mason Franciscan Health.