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Childbirth Classes
A fee applies to all childbirth education classes. For classes marked with *, insurance reimbursement is available. Please check with your individual carrier.
Class Offerings
Preparing for the birth of your baby is a busy, exciting time for you and your family.
The Special BirthPlace at Sisters Hospital and the Family BirthPlace at Mercy Hospital of Buffalo provide the knowledge you need to make this wonderful time in your life as easy, happy and memorable as possible.
More Information
For questions, dates, times or more information on any of our programs and classes, please do not hesitate to call HealthConnection at (716) 447-6205.
No refunds are issued for cancellations made later than two weeks before the course.
We reserve the right to cancel classes due to insufficient registration.
Perfect for the first time mom, classes cover relaxation and breathing techniques, role of the labor companion, nutrition during pregnancy, physical and emotional changes of pregnancy, and signs and stages of labor. Also discussed are comfort measures during labor, variations of normal labor, Cesarean delivery, medications and anesthesia, and newborn care and feeding.
Classes are conducted by registered nurses who specialize in obstetrics and childbirth education. Includes Maternity Department tour.
Mercy Hospital
Marian Professional Center, Lower Level Conference Room
Fee is $45. Independent Health members need only meet a $15 co-payment.*
Four-session classes (Tuesdays, 7 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.)
- March 2, 9, 16, 23
- May 4, 11, 18, 25
- July 6, 13, 20, 27
- September 7, 14, 21, 28
- November 2, 9, 16, 23
Sisters Hospital
5th Floor, Palmer Hall
Fee is $55 per couple. Independent Health members need only meet a $25 co-payment.*
Five-session classes (7 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.)
- Thursdays: February 25, March 4, 11, 18, 25
- Mondays: March 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
- Tuesdays: March 23, 30, April 6, 13, 20
- Wednesdays: April 7, 14, 21, 28, May 5
- Mondays: April 19, 26, May 3, 10, 17
- Thursdays: May 6, 13, 20, 27, June 3
- Tuesdays: May 25, June 1, 8, 15, 22
- Wednesdays: June 16, 23, 30, July 7, 14
- Thursdays: July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
- Tuesdays: August 3, 10, 17, 24, 31
- Thursdays: August 26, September 2, 9, 16, 23
- Wednesdays: September 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
- Mondays: September 13, 20, 27, October 4, 11
- Tuesdays: October 12, 19, 26, November 2, 9
- Thursdays: October 21, 28, November 4, 11, 18
- Wednesdays: November 3, 10, 17, 24, December 1
- Mondays: November 8, 15, 22, 29, December 6
Sisters of Charity Hospital, St. Joseph Campus
Community Room
Fee is $45. Independent Health members need only meet a $15 co-payment.*
Four-session classes (Tuesdays, 7 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.)
- March 2, 9, 23, 30
- April 27, May 4, 11, 25
- June 1, 8, 22, 29
- September 28, October 5, 12, 26
Maternity tours of the birthplace at Sisters Hospital are included for attendees at our St. Joseph Campus classes. You may schedule the date and time of your tour during class.
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Weekend classes are intense, abbreviated single-day sessions with limited practice of relaxation techniques. Please bring two pillows and a blanket.
Mercy Hospital
Marian Professional Center, Basement Conference Room
Fee is $45.
Saturdays, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
- March 6
- April 10
- May 1
- June 5
- July 10
- August 7
- September 11
- November 6
- December 4
Sisters Hospital
5th Floor, Palmer Hall
Fee is $45.
Saturdays, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- March 6
- April 10
- May 22
- June 12
- July 10
- August 14
- September 11
- October 9
- November 6
- December 4
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For the family who has been down this road before, we offer a refresher class to re-familiarize you with what to expect during and after pregnancy, and during labor. Please bring a blanket and two pillows.
Sisters Hospital
Marillac Room
Fee is $15 per couple.*
7 p.m. - 10 p.m.
- Wednesday, May 12
- Monday, August 2
- Tuesday, November 16
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Under the guidance of an experienced, internationally board certified Lactation Consultant, the class will help answer common questions and concerns many new families experience during pregnancy. We will prepare the new family for both the initial breastfeeding experience and what to expect during the first few weeks at home.
Mercy Hospital
3rd Floor, Department of Medicine Conference Room
Fee is $10*
Wednesdays, 7 p.m. - 9 p.m.
- March 24
- April 14
- May 19
- June 16
- July 21
- August 18
- September 22
- October 20
- November 17
- December 15
Sisters Hospital
Marillac Room
Fee is $10*
Thursdays, 7 p.m. - 9 p.m.
- March 25
- April 15
- May 6
- June 24
- July 29
- August 19
- September 23
- October 21
- November 18
- December 9
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For parents expecting multiple births, this class covers fetal development, types of twins, special needs of twin pregnancy, vaginal/Cesarean section delivery, breastfeeding twins, bonding with two infants, and more.
Sisters Hospital
5th Floor, Palmer Hall
Fee is $20 per couple.*
Saturday, 1 p.m. - 4 p.m.
- April 17
- June 26
- August 21
- November 20
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This informal class provides a foundation to the new parenting role. Discussion concerns decisions to be made prior to the baby’s birth, such as breastfeeding vs. bottle feeding, male circumcision, and selecting a pediatrician. Common newborn concerns such as bathing, umbilical cord care, temperature taking and jaundice are also discussed.
Sisters Hospital
5th Floor, in Palmer Hall
Fee is $20 per couple.*
Saturday, 1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
- March 20
- May 15
- July 24
- September 18
- November 13
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A delightful presentation offered to pre-school and young school age children to introduce them to the exciting role of being a big brother or sister and to help them feel involved. Parents accompany the sibling on a guided tour of the maternity unit as they view Mom’s room and see new babies through the nursery window. Children also learn, with the help of a doll, about holding, feeding and bathing a newborn.
Mercy Hospital
Meet in hospital front lobby
Fee is $15 per family.
Saturdays, 9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Dates to be announced.
Sisters Hospital
5th Floor, in Palmer Hall
Fee is $15 per family.
Saturdays at 9:30 a.m. and 11 a.m.
- April 17 (tentative)
- May 15
- June 26
- July 24
- August 21
- September 18
- October 16
- November 13
- December 11
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Using a medically proven, safe, and effective alternative for family planning based on the Creighton Model FertilityCare System, couples are taught how to monitor the woman’s fertility cycle and use this knowledge to either achieve or avoid a pregnancy as the couple desires.
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Tours of the Special BirthPlace at Sisters Hospital and the Family BirthPlace at Mercy Hospital should be arranged several weeks in advance of your due date.
If you are attending one of our Prepared Childbirth classes, you do not need to arrange a tour of the maternity department, as it is included as part of the program.
Schedule Your Tour
- Please call Prenatal Education at (716) 862-1968 to tour the Special BirthPlace at Sisters Hospital.
- Call HealthConnection at (716) 447-6205 to tour the Family BirthPlace at Mercy Hospital.
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