Birthing/Breastfeeding Classes

• Prepared Childbirth Education
• Individual Consultations
• Tours
• Breastfeeding Classes
• Birthing Companions
• Infant Safety
• Contact Us 

Prepared Childbirth Education

When: Tuesday evenings.
Prepared Childbirth Education classes are offered on a monthly basis.
They are a 4 class series held on every Tuesday for 4 weeks.
Some months may have a Thursday 4-class series offered, based on demand.
Where: Johns Hopkins Hospital Birthing Center
600 N. Wolfe Street
Cost: $140 per couple. Prospective participants should contact their insurance carrier(s)  for information about cost reimbursement.
Contact Information: 410-955-5502

Prepared childbirth education classes should be scheduled at least 3 months before the due date. Classes fill quickly.

Fast Track Class
When: One time session offered during the evening or on the weekend.
Prepared Childbirth Education classes are offered during the evening or on a weekend. This class offers more individual attention and is scheduled as requested.
Where: Johns Hopkins Hospital Birthing Center
600 N. Wolfe Street
Cost: $140 per couple. Prospective participants should contact their insurance carrier(s)  for information about cost reimbursement.
Contact Information: 410-955-5502

 Childbirth and Breastfeeding Class Calendar ( January - May, 2012)

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Individual Consultations

We also offer a 2 hour individual consultation for the childbirth program. The date is scheduled at the convenience of the educator and the couple. Cost is $ 200.

Tours

When: The time that works best for you.
Where: Online Tour  available of  the Birthing Center at Johns Hopkins Hospital.
Click on the links below to watch the video about the Birthing Center ( tour)  and a patient experience.
Cost: Free


Tour

Patient Experience

Breastfeeding Classes

When: First Saturday of the month from 9:00-10:30am
Third Sunday of the month from 2-3:30pm.
Where: Johns Hopkins Hospital
Halsted 201
Cost: $50.00 per couple
Contact Information: Karen Eppes 410-955-5502
Notes: We also give private as needed and arranged.

The Mom's Support Group meets every Tuesday morning to offer support to breastfeeding Moms.
All Moms and nursing babies are welcome!
See the class calendar for actual dates, times, and location. 

Birthing Companions

If you are interested in having a birthing companion, please contact the Johns Hopkins School of Nursing Birth Companions Program at 410-614-6458. There is no fee for this service.

Infant Safety

The Johns Hopkins Children's Safety Center ( 410- 614-5587) offers three services to help you with your car safety needs:

1. Infant seat loaner program
2. Low-cost sales program (for families with limited income)
3. Car seat installations and checks for a minimal fee.

Contact Us

Please call 410-614-5587 for further information.