Anticipating a pregnancy, planning for a birth and parenting a child are some of life’s most exciting, challenging and memorable events. We at Beth Israel Medical Center are dedicated to providing high quality, compassionate, family-centered care that promotes a positive childbirth experience. To help you meet the challenges of pregnancy, birth and starting a new family, the Parent/Family Education Program offers a variety of educational programs and services.

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LAMAZE™ CHILDBIRTH & PARENTING SERIES
Lamaze™ classes offer evidence-based comprehensive education for
parents-to-be and believe that both a woman and her partner should play an important role in the birth process.

Our Childbirth/Parenting Education Series are taught by Lamaze-Certified Childbirth Educators, (LCCE). Selecting a Lamaze-Certified Childbirth Educator ensures that you will be attending a class taught by a competent, highly qualified educator who works as an advocate for childbearing women and their families. The Lamaze credential identifies an educator who has passed a rigorous examination in childbirth education and who supports the Lamaze Philosophy of Birth. Our Professional Education Staff also includes Board Certified Lactation Consultants, (IBCLC).

Classes are offered in a comfortable, supportive, family friendly environment. All classes are limited in size.