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Pregnancy and Childbirth

Before Getting Pregnant
Planning a pregnancy – Things to consider

 

Pregnancy: A healthy start

Why Prenatal Visits: Common Prenatal Complications
Covid-19 and Pregnancy
1st Trimester Video: Fatigue and Nausea
Smoking in Pregnancy

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Pregnancy Newsletter

Nutrition and Pregnancy

Nourishing your developing baby:  View Video
PDF: Weight Gain: What’s healthy for you?
Recipes: Food for Health and Cooking Videos

Fit to Give Birth

Giving birth might be the most intense workout you’ll ever do. View Video
Fitness Deals and Exercise Videos

Mind and Spirit

Sleep better, manage stress, improve your mood, and more. kp.org/selfcareWe have mobile apps that can help

 

Online Classes

Who can attend: Kaiser Permanente members (No fee).
Note: Partner or support person is encouraged to attend.
Call around your 20th week of pregnancy for available classes and to register.

Childbirth Preparation

We’ll teach you relaxation techniques to use during labor and delivery. We’ll discuss pain management options, the role of your support person, and hospital procedures.

Scheduled Classes Time
Friday, May 12, 2023 9 to 11 a.m.
Friday, May 26, 2023 9 to 11 a.m.
Friday, June 9, 2023 9 to 11 a.m.
Saturday, June 10, 2023 9 to 11 a.m.
Friday, June 23, 2023 9 to 11 a.m.

 

Newborn Care

Get the information and skills you need to care for your newborn. We’ll cover feeding, bathing, diapering, and when to call your doctor.

Scheduled Classes Time
Monday, May 1, 2023 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Saturday, May 13, 2023 2 to 4 p.m.
Monday, May 15, 2023 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Monday, June 5, 2023 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Saturday, June 10, 2023 2 to 4 p.m.
Monday, June 19, 2023 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.

 

Breastfeeding

Learn how to position your baby for optimal nursing, how to tell if your baby is getting enough milk, and ways to prevent and overcome common breastfeeding discomforts and challenges.

Scheduled Classes Time
Friday, April 28, 2023 2 to 4 p.m.
Monday, May 8, 2023 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Friday, May 12, 2023 2 to 4 p.m.
Monday, May 22, 2023 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Friday, May 26, 2023 2 to 4 p.m.
Friday, June 9, 2023 2 to 4 p.m.
Monday, June 12, 2023 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Friday, June 23, 2023 2 to 4 p.m.
Monday, June 26, 2023 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.

 

More classes may be available, please ask if interested.

 

1:1 Appointments

Health Educator

Get personalized guidance and support for common concerns: pregnancy, childbirth, and babies.  Meet the Educators
Fee(s): No fee required.
Register: Call Health Education.

 

Online Programs

Labor & Delivery Tour

Take a peek at the Labor and Delivery, Mother, and Baby units at the Modesto Medical Center. Virtual Tour

Childbirth

Childbirth Emmi Program
Epidural for Pain Management Emmi Program
C-Section Emmi Program
Vaginal Birth After C-Section Emmi Program
Fill out an Advance Health Care Directive
Labor and Delivery Topics

Gestational Diabetes

Gestational Diabetes Emmi Program
Diabetes and Pregnancy Topics

Breastfeeding

Breastfeeding Emmi Program
Breast Pumps and Milk Storage
Breastfeeding Topics

Newborn Care

Caring for Your Newborn Video
Preparing for Your Baby Topics
Newborn Newsletter

Self-Care After Birth

Pregnancy and Depression Emmi Program
Emotional Postpartum Care Emmi Program
Physical Postpartum Care Emmi Program
Tubal Ligation