Good Shepherd Medical Center in Longview, Texas, is offering a new online childbirth class for expectant families. The internet-based program is a convenient alternative for those who are unable to attend an on-site class.
The program guides expectant parents through quality, evidence-based information at their own pace. Families will learn about the stages of labor, comfort techniques, common medical procedures including epidurals and cesareans, and newborn and postpartum care. Engaging videos, personal birth stories, 3D animations, games and activities make learning easy and fun.
The cost for the online childbirth class is $65 and includes admission to Good Shepherd's Planning to Breastfeed on-site class. For more information or to register, call 903-315-5569 or visit gsmc.org.