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Supporting you from pregnancy through parenthood

Whether you’re preparing for birth, navigating breastfeeding, or bringing your newborn home, our three comprehensive courses offer guidance for every step of the journey. Expecting parents are welcome to join any single class or all three!

Your prenatal journey with Optum

Get ready for birth with expert-led classes.

  • Labor stages
  • When to go to the hospital
  • Coping strategies (relaxation, massage)
  • Pain management options
  • Cesarean birth basics
  • Newborn care at home and hospital
The breastfeeding experience

Start strong with practical tips.

  • Benefits for mom and baby
  • Comfort and positioning
  • Preventing soreness
  • Milk supply basics
  • Making breastfeeding positive
The newborn experience

Feel confident bringing your baby home.

  • Routine medical visits and immunizations
  • Managing visitors
  • Umbilical cord care
  • Understanding jaundice
  • Feeding basics and weight changes
  • Sleeping and bathing tips
  • Soothing and calming a fussy baby
  • Safety essentials

Attendee testimonials

“This class was extremely helpful. The child birth educator calmed all my anxieties and answered all my questions.”

Susan

“The class covered everything that I expected. I appreciated the guidance and the instructor answered all my questions. The Pediatrician’s question and answer session was extremely informative and helpful.”

Jessica

“This was such a great class and really opened my eyes to topics I was unsure about. I didn’t think we would be covering so much useful information in such a short amount of time.”

Lindsay

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Obstetrics and gynecology

Our team of gynecologists, obstetricians and holistically-trained nurse-midwives specialize in providing the full range of gynecological health and wellness needs for every stage of a woman’s life.
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Pediatrics

You do everything to keep your children healthy. Optum is right here with you to offer your child expert care through every stage of their childhood.
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