Birthing Center Classes and Programs

Baptist Health Corbin is committed to preparing expectant parents and families for the childbirth experience. We offer a variety of classes to meet your unique information needs. Class dates and times are available in the physicians' offices or you may call 606-523-8734 for class information.

Early Prenatal Class

This two hour class is held once a month and covers:

• Nutrition and exercise guidelines for pregnancy;
• Warning signals;
• Normal discomforts during pregnancy; and
• Pregnancy Do's and Don'ts.

Bring a blanket and pillow to the class, and plan to attend it early in your pregnancy.

Breastfeeding Class

This two-hour class is offered from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. once a month and covers:

• Preparation for breastfeeding;
• Starting out right;
• The technique for helping baby onto the breast;
• Father's role;
• Returning to work while still breastfeeding; and
• Collection and storage of breast milk.

Husbands and significant others are encouraged to attend.

Prenatal Class Series

Baptist Health Corbin's Prenatal Class Series is on Monday evenings from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. for five consecutive weeks. Topics include Labor Guide and relaxation techniques. An all-day Saturday class is available which covers most of the material from the series. 

Classes are FREE to those expectant parents who are planning to deliver at Baptist Health Corbin.