Childbirth Education Programs
Childbirth Education Programs
Preparing you for parenthood
The birth of a baby is an exciting and life-changing experience. At Tennova Healthcare, we are committed to helping you during this special time through quality maternity care, and special programs and support. Our family-centered approach helps you understand as much as possible about the physical and emotional changes that occur during pregnancy, birth, and parenthood.
Our educational program is designed to provide comprehensive and practical instruction for expectant mothers and their families. Classes are led by registered nurses and often feature guest speakers who are experts in their field. All classes allow time for discussion and interaction.
Women can also take advantage of special pre- and post-partum fitness classes to help reduce stress and improve health during pregnancy, as well as regain fitness after the baby’s birth. For more information, call Tennova Health & Fitness Center at (865) 859-7900.
The labor support partner is strongly encouraged to attend.
Classes
Advanced Labor Support
This three-hour class is designed to teach couples techniques to manage labor without medication. While not intended as a... Read More »
Baby Basics
Child care from birth during the first 12 months will be discussed. Feeding, diapering and expectant milestones will be the... Read More »
Breastfeeding Class
This three-hour class will provide you with essential information on breastfeeding your baby. Topics include proper latch,... Read More »
Infant CPR
This hour-and-a-half class teaches the basic steps to address a life-threatening emergency for babies up to 12 months old. You... Read More »
OB Orientation Evening Tour
A tour of the Physicians Regional Women's Pavilion or Turkey Creek Medical Center is available at no cost to all expectant... Read More »
Pregnancy for Newbies
Newly pregnant women will learn what to expect during pregnancy. This class is aimed at women in their first and second... Read More »
Sibling Class
Designed to help “big brother and sister” play safely with the new baby, this class includes an age-appropriate tour of labor and... Read More »
Special Delivery Saturday Class
This class is a fast-paced, condensed version of the three-week Special Delivery series. Topics include check-in procedure, labor... Read More »
Special Delivery: Childbirth
These classes are held for two consecutive weeks. Topics include labor, delivery, anesthesia, cesarean sections, coping... Read More »
Ongoing programs
Car Seat Checkpoints
Did you know that four out of five car seats are used incorrectly? Attend a car seat checkpoint — it could save your child’s life. Read More »
Pre-and Post-Natal Exercise
Exercise during pregnancy has many benefits and can improve your labor and delivery. Get back in shape with our program. Read More »
CuddleBugs
CuddleBugs is an innovative maternity program that helps expectant and new moms. Read More »
Registration and fees
Pre-registration is required for all classes and for OB Orientation Tours. Class space is limited. For more information or to register online, see the classes offered or call (865) 632-5200 or (877) 368-7362 (toll-free). All class dates are subject to change. If a class must be cancelled in the event of inclement weather, you will be contacted as soon as possible. For class fees:
- All fees should be paid at the first class session, cash or check only.
- If paying in cash, please bring exact change.
- Make checks payable to Tennova Healthcare.
Locations
- Physicians Regional Medical Center: Classes are held in the Women's Pavilion classroom. Parking is available in the employee lot in front of the Women's Pavilion on Huron Street.
- Turkey Creek Medical Center: Weekday classes are held in the first-floor classroom; weekend classes are held in the Joe & Judy Conference Center on the ground floor, east hospital entrance.
Both locations offer free parking.
