Lamaze Classes
A seven-class series to prepare mother and support person for labor, birth and postpartum. The
birthing process, relaxation breathing techniques, and options for birth are discussed. A
physician/midwife lecture and tour of the Birthing Center are included. Plan for your classes to
begin at 26-28 weeks pregnancy, but register early, these classes fill up! CVMC offers the only
Lamaze certified program in the area. Call 828-485-2300 to register.
Held at the Catawba Valley Medical Center’s Health First Center
Weekend Lamaze Class
Offered every other month, this class is for parents-to-be whose schedules will not permit a
seven-class series. This class focuses on the labor and birth process. Call 828-485-2300 to
register.
Held at the Catawba Valley Medical Center’s Health First Center
Refresher Lamaze Class
Reviews relaxation, breathing techniques and the birthing process. Call 828-485-2300 to register.
Held at the Catawba Valley Medical Center’s Health First Center
Exercise & Pregnancy
Prenatal/postnatal exercise classes, offered twice a week, include aerobic conditioning,
strengthening, stretching, and relaxation techniques. Call 828-485-2300 to register.
Held at the Catawba Valley Medical Center’s Health First Center
Infant CPR
Small classes allow individual instruction by certified instructors. (Not designed for CPR
Certification). Call 828-485-2300 to register.
Held at the Catawba Valley Medical Center’s Health First Center
Birth of a Father
Fathers and fathers-to-be get insight into the female psyche and physiological and emotional
changes women go through before, during, and after pregnancy. Call 828-485-2300 to register.
Held at the Catawba Valley Medical Center’s Health First Center
Sibling Class/Tour
Special program designed for children as they anticipate the arrival of their new brother or sister.
Includes tour of Birthing Center. Call 828-485-2300 to register.
Held at the Catawba Valley Medical Center
“Grand” Grandparenting Class
This class reacquaints grandparents with the childbirth experience. Includes tour of Birthing
Center. Call 828-485-2300 to register.
Held at the Catawba Valley Medical Center
“Great Start” Breastfeeding Class
This class covers breastfeeding basics to get you and your baby off to a great start! Taught by a
certified Lactation Consultant.
Held at the Catawba Valley Medical Center’s Health First Center
Positive Parenting
CVMC’s basic baby care class eases the transition into parenthood and fosters a healthy start for
your child. Call 828-485-2300 to register.
Held at the Catawba Valley Medical Center’s Health First Center
Infant Massage Class
Massage helps strengthen and regulate baby’s respiratory, circulatory, and gastrointestinal
functions. Parents benefit by establishing a loving communication with their child. Call 828-485-
2300 to register.
Held at the Catawba Valley Medical Center’s Health First Center
Lactation Consultant
Available for prenatal or postpartum outpatient consultation for breastfeeding questions/concerns.
Margaret Marsden, Certified Nurse Midwife and Certified Lactation Consultant, can help you off to
the right start with a prenatal evaluation/teaching visit as well as postpartum lactation support. Call
828-485-2300 to register.
Many of these classes are offered
through the Catawba Valley
Medical Center’s Health First
Center. For more information on
Women’s Services, please visit
Center website or check the
offered at the Health First Center.
To register for a class please call
828-485-2300.
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