Childbirth and Parenting Classes at UPMC Magee-Womens at UPMC Memorial

We have combined our three most attended classes to create an intensive baby bundle.

This class is taught by a certified childbirth educator who is also an International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant. Topics may be covered to a lesser extent than the stand-alone classes due to the shortened class time.
Discussion, demonstration, and class participation are used to teach basic information about labor, birth, postpartum care, benefits of breastfeeding, anatomy and physiology of the breast, how to initiate a milk supply, baby's bath, diapering, and baby safety topics. 

Register here for the Baby Bundle 3-in-1 Class.

Baby Care Basics is recommended for expectant parents in the second trimester but may be taken any time before birth. Parents will learn how to care for a newborn and navigate early parenting. Discussion, demonstration, and class participation are used to teach basic information about baby’s bath, cord care, diapering, safety, and feeding. Other topics include the importance of skin-to-skin and rooming-in, normal newborn behaviors, symptoms of illness, and how to stimulate learning. CPR will not be covered in this class.

Register here for the in-person Baby Care Basics Class. 

Register here for the online/virtual Baby Care Basics Class. 

Register here for the online/virtual Weekend Baby Care Basics class.

Register here for the UPMC Memorial Birth Center Tour (In-Person)

Virtual Birth Center Tour UPMC Memorial

This free class is taught by an International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC), focuses on the joys and common concerns of breastfeeding. Discussion includes the benefits of breastfeeding for mothers and babies, the importance of skin-to-skin and rooming-in, identifying baby’s feeding cues, maintaining a milk supply and other practical information. Additional topics include combining breastfeeding and working, expression and storage of breast milk, and use of breast pumps. Expectant partners are encouraged to attend.

Saturday sessions meet for one 4-hour class.

Register here for the UPMC York Memorial in-person class.

Register here for a virtual Saturday class. 

Register here for the virtual two week class.  

Register here for the virtual Breastfeeding-Twins, Triplets and More class.  (Breastfeeding Basics is a prerequisite for registration)

UPMC Magee-Womens York Memorial Breastfeeding Support Group meets every Wed. 10am-11:00am in the conference room in the Family Birth Center at UPMC Memorial Hospital. Our informal breastfeeding support group provides an in-person opportunity for families to come together and discuss what is working and what is not so others can learn and encourage each other. The lactation consultant provides evidence-based education from the early weeks of feeding a newborn and on through feeding a toddler, pumping, returning to work, and more.

We welcome anyone who is feeding their baby human milk, whether pregnant, breast/chestfeeding, or exclusive pumping. For more information email parentchildeducation@upmc.edu or call our coordinator consumer education at 717-231-8916.

Learn more about the breastfeeding support group.

This group does not require registration.

This single virtual class is designed for expectant parents who are anticipating a cesarean birth. Focus is on the physical and emotional aspects of a cesarean birth experience and touches on relaxation as a coping skill. Class includes information about the reasons for cesarean birth, medications and anesthesia, postpartum recovery and newborn appearance and procedures. The important role of the dad/partner before, during, and after birth will be discussed. 

Registration fee: $20 (includes partner)

Register here for Virtual Cesarean Birth class.

Our Childbirth Class is offered in-person Saturday at UPMC Memorial 9am-4pm (lunch provided) or as a 3 week or one Saturday virtual class.  In both classes expectant parents will have an opportunity to receive answers to their questions about giving birth and reviews what typically happens when mom comes to the hospital in labor.

Through these classes, parents will learn the signs of labor and basic comfort measures and breathing, as well as medical options. Moms-to-be and their support persons rehearse for labor to help ease anxiety surrounding the birthing experience. This comprehensive course also addresses newborn appearance and postpartum changes and emotions. All instructors are nationally certified childbirth educators.

Register here for the In-person Childbirth class at UPMC Memorial. 

Register Here for the Childbirth Class Online/Virtual.

Register Here for the Saturday Childbirth Class Online/Virtual.

Preparation makes all the difference in the world when it comes to safety and harmony between a new baby and family dog. This 2 hour Dogs and Storks ^TM program provides consistent and current information, offering solutions and addressing common challenges that expectant or new parents may experience. Topics covered include your pregnancy and your dog, concerns about jealousy and acceptance of the baby, setting up your home environment for safety, introducing your dog to your baby, the subtle body language of dogs, and fun ways to include your dog in daily activities from the start.

Registration fee: $25 (includes partner)

Register here for the Dogs and Storks Class.

Dogs & Toddlers™ is the ideal program for families with dogs and babies who are soon to be crawling or walking. Often the first 3 months have gone smoothly, and many families are caught off guard when their dog begins to show discomfort with the new developmental changes of their mobile baby.  

This program offers insight and proactive options for some of the common challenges families with dogs experience as baby becomes mobile.

Register here for the Dogs and Toddlers class.

Early Pregnancy Class is a free one night class designed to help expectant parents prepare for a healthy well informed pregnancy. Class focuses on common changes, wellness, the importance of prenatal care, how to navigate maternity services at UPMC in central Pennsylvania and so much more! Expectant parent and support person encouraged to attend. Class is taught by an experienced member of the UPMC in Central Pa. Parent/Child Education team.

Registration fee: None (registration required)

Register here for the Early Pregnancy Class

The Family & Friends CPR Course teaches the lifesaving skills of adult Hands-Only CPR, adult CPR with breaths, child CPR with breaths, adult and child AED use, infant CPR, and mild and severe airway block for adults, children, and infants. Skills are taught in a dynamic group environment using the AHA’s research-proven practice-while-watching technique, which provides students with the most hands-on CPR practice time possible.

Registration Fee: None (registration required)

Register here for the Family & Friends CPR Course in Harrisburg

The Family & Friends CPR Course teaches the lifesaving skills of adult Hands-Only CPR, adult CPR with breaths, child CPR with breaths, adult and child AED use, infant CPR, and mild and severe airway block for adults, children, and infants. Skills are taught in a dynamic group environment using the AHA’s research-proven practice-while-watching technique, which provides students with the most hands-on CPR practice time possible.

Registration Fee: None (registration required)

Register here for the Family & Friends CPR Course at UPMC Memorial

This single evening virtual class focuses on the experience of the grandparent. New trends in medical practices and current recommendations for infant care and safety will be discussed. Suggestions on how grandparents can support the new family and play a valuable role in the lives of their grandchildren will be shared.

Register here for the virtual Grandparents Class.

Register here for the in-person York Memorial Grandparents Class.

The HOPE Group. is a Postpartum Adjustment Support Group for expecting and new moms. Many new moms feel overwhelmed for weeks and/or months following the birth of their baby. They experience feelings such as exhaustion, insomnia, social withdrawal, feeling out of control, poor concentration, frequent crying, and forgetfulness. Having a safe atmosphere of recognition and support allows one to deal with feelings of inadequacy in caring for your child, guilt, and sadness.

Join us Monday evenings, where the group will be facilitated by a caring nurse with peer support, who are experienced in women's health. Sessions are held in-person at Carlisle Women's Center and also available virtually on the second and fourth Monday evening of every month at 6 p.m. Please contact 717-988-9438 or email maternalwellness@upmc.edu for information on how to join the virtual group.

This 3 hour one on one class gives families an opportunity to customize their childbirth instruction experience. The time, place and content is determined in coordination with a certified childbirth educator to meet the needs of an individual family. Topics could include, pregnancy, labor, comfort techniques and breathing, medical interventions and pain management, cesarean birth, newborn appearance/care and postpartum recovery. After registration you should hear from us within 3 business days, if you have questions or have not received a call please contact us at 717-231-8916.

This class can be offered in person or virtual per family preference.

Register here for the Individualized Childbirth/Baby Care Class

The Maternal Wellness Program at UPMC is committed to women’s health and wellness. We guide women through their pregnancy and postpartum journey, as well as their child’s early development. Learn more about Maternal Wellness Classes.

Registration Fee: None (registration required)

Register here for the 4th Trimester and Pelvic Floor Recovery: Physical Therapy Series. 

Register here for Creating Your Postpartum Plan (Virtual) class.

Register here for Communication with Your Child Through Music (Virtual).

Register here for the HOPE Group.

Register here for I’m a Mom, Now What? New Motherhood, Identity, and How to Weather the Storm (Virtual)

Register here for the Nutrition for a Healthy Pregnancy (Virtual) class.

Register here for Parents Night Out: Mandala Relaxation (In Person).

Register here for The Mental Load of Motherhood (Virtual) class.

Register here for Pregnancy, Parenting, and Playlists (Virtual).

The format of this group is a 45-minute class with experts in the field of baby care, followed by question-and-answer session and then an hour to discuss issues and concerns you may have in a supportive group setting. The facilitator of the group is a Family Birth Center RN. We encourage parents to come to share their thoughts, feelings and questions throughout their baby's first 12 months of life.

Register for New Parents Night.

Many women who have had cesareans can go on to have a vaginal birth. This class is an opportunity to gather information and gain support to give birth vaginally after a previous cesarean birth. This two-hour program is recommended during pregnancy when thinking about vaginal birth after cesarean.

Register here Preparing for Vaginal Birth After a Cesarean class.

This in-person 2 1/2 hour class was developed exclusively for families expecting multiples. Class covers topics from the anatomy of twin and higher order multiple pregnancies, to the management of pregnancy, labor and birth, and early parenting. All classes are taught by a nationally certified childbirth educator. Class numbers will be limited to 4 families for a personalized class experience.

Registration Fee: $25

Register here for the Twins, Triplets, and More Class