Class Listings Welcome Orientation Boot Camp for New Dads Breastfeeding Class Caring For Baby CPR For Family & Friends Grandparents Class Happiest Baby on the Block Infant Massage Look What We Can Do Parent Teen: A New Beginning Pondering Pregnancy Pre/Postnatal Exercise Classes Prepared Childbirth Classes Safe Sitter Sibling Classes

Childbirth and Family Education

Childbirth and family education classes are offered year 'round and include specialty classes for new dads, siblings and grandparents, CPR instruction for family and friends and postnatal exercise classes. Whether delivering a first child or one of many, our classes enhance and complement your doctors' advice. Taught by certified experienced nurse instructors, these classes provide support and information that will take participants from pregnancy through the postpartum period and beyond.

All moms delivering at Condell's New Life Center receive "Footprints for the Future" a educational companion and journal to guide patients through pregnancy and beyond. Expectant moms receive this guide, provided by Condell, at their first pre-natal doctor's appointment.
Click here for a preview of the guide.

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Childbirth Education Class Descriptions

Welcome Orientation Session Register for Classes
Enjoy refreshments, a tour, an overview of services and details regarding nutrition and exercise. Participants also pre-register for delivery at this class. Free. To register by phone, call (847) 990-5407.

"A tour is included in the Prepared Childbirth Class. If you have registered for the Prepared Childbirth Class, this class is not necessary."

Boot Camp for New Dads Register for Classes
Learn how to meet the challenges of becoming a dad. First-time fathers learn from a pediatrician and experienced dads who bring their own babies to provide hands-on lessons in child care basics. $20 fee required. To register by phone, call (847) 990-5407.

Class: 1266 | Start Date: 7/23/2008 | Time: 7pm-10pm
Class: 1268 | Start Date: 11/26/2008 | Time: 7pm-10pm

Breastfeeding 101  Register for Classes
Taught by a Certified Lactation Consultant, this three-hour program provides information on getting started, successful technique, planning for separation related to work and other activities, pumping and breast care. $20 fee required. To register by phone, call (847) 990-5407.

Breastfeeding Success Drop-in Support Group Follow this link for information about this free support group.

Caring For Your New Born  Register for Classes
This one-session class teaches expectant parents diapering, bathing, feeding, when to call the doctor, safety tips and temperature-taking. Instructors also offer advice on purchasing infant equipment. $20 fee required. To register by phone, call (847) 990-5407.

CPR for Family and Friends Register for Classes
This class is suggested for anyone – from parents to babysitters – who are responsible for the care of infants and children. It provides an opportunity to individually practice cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on a Resusci-Baby. The American Heart Association certifies all instructors. Single $35. Couple $50. To register by phone, call (847) 990-5407.




Grandparents Class Register for Classes
This class provides updated information for new grandparents as they celebrate their new role. Learn the latest trends in prenatal and infant care, breastfeeding/bottlefeeding, safety issues and more. $10.00 per couple. To register by phone, call (847) 990-5407.

Class: 1272 | Start Date: 10/12/2008 | Time: 3:30pm-6:30pm
Class: 1273 | Start Date: 12/21/2008 | Time: 3:30pm-6:30pm



Happiest Baby on the Block  

Learn the secrets of the world’s best baby calmer, Dr. Harvey Karp, author, The Happiest Baby on the Block. Call for date and time: (847) 990-5407
(Click to Enlarge)	Cost: $40 per couple, Fee includes “Parent Kit” and soothing sounds CD.

In Be "Tween"
The teen years can be somewhat awkward and scary. Nine to 12 year olds are invited to bring their parent along to help them understand the life issues that are important such as: healh, physical and emotional changes of puberty, the reproductive sustem, the importance of nutrtion and food choices, how to take care of your body and relationships. To register by phone, call (847) 990-5407.

Class: 1270 | Start Date: 9/21/2008 | Time: 1pm-3:30pm Boys
Class: 1269 | Start Date: 9/21/2008 | Time: 9am-11:30am Girls



Infant Massage
During the one-session Infant Massage Class, parents learn the benefits of massage to enhance baby's relaxation, mood and bonding as they try the massage techniques firsthand. The class is taught by staff from Condell Medical Center's PACT - Pediatric Alternatives in Creative Therapy - program. $20 fee required. To register by phone, call (847) 990-5407.

Class: 1275 | Start Date: 4/28/2008 | Time: 9:00am-11:00am
Class: 1281 | Start Date: 10/1/2008 | Time: 9am-11am

Look What We Can Do!  Register for Classes
Designed for parents and their infants from newborn through one year, this infant development class features topics of interest to new parents and offers creative and stimulating ways to play with baby. This ongoing drop-in class meets weekly. To register by phone, call (847) 990-5407.

Class: 465 | Start Date: Tuesdays | Time: 12:30pm-2:30pm

Teen Parent: Prepared Child Birth Class  Register for Classes
Recognizing the importance of helping expectant teens feel comfortable with the experience of childbirth, Condell Medical Center's New Life Maternity Center offers this new prepared childbirth class for teenagers. Participants will learn to identify the normal anatomical and physiological changes related to pregnancy, review the labor process and learn about newborns. Lunch will be provided. $10.00 Fee. To register by phone, call (847) 990-5407.

Class: 1232 | Start Date: 9/27/2008 | Time: 9am-5pm
Class: 1233 | Start Date: 11/22/2008 | Time: 9am-5pm

Pondering Pregnancy  Register for Classes
This class outlines the physiological, psychological, social and medical issues couples should consider as they prepare to have children. A board-certified physician discusses the best nutrition and exercise routines to begin before conceiving, the most common genetic disorders and screening for their risk, as well as common anxieties surrounding fertility and when to seek help from a fertility specialist. Free. To register by phone, call (847) 990-5407.

Prepared Childbirth  Register for Classes
The Prepared Childbirth class offers a common-sense, thorough approach to a knowledgeable, relaxed childbirth. Team-taught by nurses from the New Life Center, this class stresses sensitivity to inner-body changes, abdominal breathing and relaxation methods. This class also covers the labor process, C-section, infant feeding, characteristics of the newborn and post-partum concerns. Prepared Childbirth is offered as a six-week session, three-week session or a one-day class. Fee required. One-day session: $140 includes lunch, Three-week session: $115, Six-week session: $115. To register by phone, call (847) 990-5407.

Class: 1220 | Start Date: 9/13/2008
Days: Saturday | Length: One session | Time: 8:15am-5pm
Class: 1221 | Start Date: 10/11/2008
Days: Saturday | Length: One session | Time: 8:15am-5pm
Class: 1222 | Start Date: 10/25/2008
Days: Saturday | Length: One session | Time: 8:15am-5pm
Class: 1223 | Start Date: 11/8/2008
Days: Saturday | Length: One session | Time: 8:15am-5pm
Class: 1225 | Start Date: 7/9/2008
Days: Wednesday | Length: 3-week session | Time: 6pm-10pm
Class: 1228 | Start Date: 10/1/2008
Days: Wednesday | Length: 3-week session | Time: 6pm-10pm
Class: 1229 | Start Date: 11/5/2008
Days: Wednesday | Length: 3-week session | Time: 6pm-10pm
Class: 1230 | Start Date: 12/3/2008
Days: Wednesday | Length: 3-week session | Time: 6pm-10pm

Refresher Class:  Participants who have attended any type of Prepared Childbirth Class previously may register for a 1-Day Childbirth Class at the Refresher Rate of $60.  The Refresher portion of the class will be completed by 2pm.  Please contact Lori Adams, Perinatal Education Coordinator at 847-990-5407 or ladams@condell.org with any questions regarding the Refresher Class.8:30am - 12:30pm


Cesarean Section Preparation   Register for Classes
This class designed to prepare patients who will give birth by cesarean section. Expectant parents will learn what to expect the day of surgery, during their hospital stay, and after discharge. A tour of the New Life Maternity Center is included. To register by phone, call (847) 990-5407.

Class: 1204 | Start Date: 5/21/2008 | Time: 6:30pm-9:30pm
Class: 1205 | Start Date: 6/25/2008 | Time: 6:30pm-9:30pm
Class: 1261 | Start Date: 8/27/2008 | Time: 6:30pm-9:30pm
Class: 1262 | Start Date: 9/11/2008 | Time: 6:30pm-9:30pm
Class: 1263 | Start Date: 10/22/2008 | Time: 6:30pm-9:30pm
Class: 1264 | Start Date: 11/25/2008 | Time: 6:30pm-9:30pm
Class: 1265 | Start Date: 12/11/2008 | Time: 6:30pm-9:30pm

Safe Sitter
Prepare your 11 to 13 year old with proper and safe babysitting techniques. Safe Sitter class teaches kids skills in handling a variety of situations: What to do when a child is choking, how to call for emergency help, and how to entertain children and keep them safe, just to name a few. To register by phone, call (847) 990-5750.

Offered through The Centre Club
May 10, 2008	9-3 p.m.
May 17, 2008	9-3 p.m.
June 14, 2008	9-3 p.m.

Fee: Members $50.00    Non-Members $65.00

Sibling Class Register for Classes
Youngsters have many questions about the arrival of a new baby in the family. In the Sibling Class, they learn where and how babies grow and learn how to diaper baby and taste baby formula. They also view a video, "Sibling Silly," and see newborn babies in person at Condell's New Life Center. $20 per child; $5 each additional child. To register by phone, call (847) 990-5407.

Class: 1247 | Start Date: 10/12/2008 | Time: 12:30-2:30pm
Class: 1248 | Start Date: 12/21/2008 | Time: 12:30-2:30pm