Resources

You and your family are changing a lot right now. Below you'll find information and resources to help you navigate the changes you will likely experience.

Some of the information is general, and some of it deals with special situations. One of the best things you can do for yourself and your child is to know that you are strong and capable of what’s in front of you.

Classes

We offer several classes for new and expecting parents. These online classes are self-paced and support you through your pregnancy, labor and delivery, breastfeeding, and caring for your newborn as a family.

Pregnancy resources

• Download My Pregnancy Plate, a nutrition guide for expecting women (Descargar Mi Placa de Embarazo en español).
• Nutrition counseling is offered at the Center for Women's Health.

Labor and delivery resources

• Preparing for your baby's delivery is a labor and delivery guide offered by the Family Birth Place.
• Visit the Family Birth Place page to view traditional labor and delivery rooms and midwifery suites, meet our team, read our support and visitor policy and more.

Postpartum resources

• Skin-to-skin printable PDF provides tips and education for skin-to-skin care during baby's first hours and days in the world.
• Breastfeeding printable PDF provides education around the importance of breastfeeding.
• FirstDroplets.com offers breastfeeding videos, tools and tips.

Baby Steps
Sign up for a free a weekly guide to your pregnancy and child's early development, presented by Doernbecher Children's Hospital.