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Parenting classes

Free virtual and in-person sessions.

Optum is here to help expecting families. These parenting classes guide you through pregnancy, delivery and the first few weeks home with your baby.

Browse our upcoming dates below and register for your desired class.

New Jersey New York

Virtual Classes: Before the event, registered attendees will receive a confirmation email that will include an exclusive link to the virtual session.

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New Jersey

Prenatal classes Former Riverside Medical Group

When:

Every Saturday and Sunday from 9 a.m.–12 p.m.

Where:

Virtual class

Prenatal classes will cover:

When to leave for the hospital
Coping techniques: relaxation, massage and partner support
Help you might need with pain, including an epidural (a shot of medicine into your spine)
Stages of labor and delivery

Questions about Prenatal classes?

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New York

Baby Steps Former CareMount Medical

When:

The first Wednesday of each month at 7 p.m.

Where:

Virtual class

The Baby Steps class will cover:

When your baby may learn certain skills
Baby basics, including bathing and how to diaper
How to comfort your baby when they cry
How to bond with your baby
When and how your baby will sleep
How to tell if your baby is getting sick
How to select an Optum pediatrician
What to expect during your hospital stay and your pediatric visits

Questions about Baby Steps?

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Parenting Lounge Former ProHEALTH

When:

To be determined

Where:

In-person classes: 1 Dakota Dr (1st floor by cafeteria) Lake Success, NY 11042

The Parenting Lounge class will cover:

Preparing for the birth and delivery of your newborn
Ways to help you stay calm during labor
First steps and tips for breast feeding
How we’ll support you at home after birth
Helping you feel confident in taking care of your baby

Questions about Parenting Lounge?

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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

Pregnant woman observes as ultrasound is conducted

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