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Childbirth Preparation

Co-sponsored by:

BELLINGHAM TECHNICAL COLLEGE

Supporting and connecting families through education!

Childbirth Center TourVisit the PeaceHealth website at peacehealth.org or call 360.738.6361 to learn more or pre-register for your tour. Book early as tours fill quickly!

Class Locations1. PeaceHealth St. Joseph Medical

Center (JOS) Address: 2901 Squalicum Parkway Class is held in the conference rooms near the cafeteria (not in the Childbirth Center).

2. BTC Haskell Center Building (HC) Address: 3000 Lindbergh Avenue Classes are held on the first and second floor of HC.

Childbirth Instructor BiosLisa Follet received her BA in Sociology from Western Washington University in 2007 and has been a Licensed Practical Nurse since 2009. She has been supporting women through their pregnancies and postpartum as an OB/GYN nurse since then. Lisa became a Certified Breastfeeding Specialist in 2015, an International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant in 2016, a Certified Childbirth Educator through CAPPA in 2017, and an approved Gottman Bringing Baby Home Program Educator in 2018. She also has a private lactation consulting practice.

Sarah Fowler attended Washington State University and received degrees in Sociology and Business Management. She continued on to Western Washington University, where she received a master’s degree in Student Affairs Administration. After a long career in higher education and some time at home raising her four kids, she became a Certified Childbirth Educator through ICEA in 2018.

Diane Ripper is a registered Hypnotherapist, has an MFA in Creative Writing, and is pursuing certification in CranioSacral Therapy. She owns a private practice and specializes in helping women reduce anxiety for a more positive birth experience. She is the creator of “Hypnotic Childbirth,” an original online hypnosis course. She has taught English Composition online since 2000 and lives in Bellingham with her husband and two teenagers.

Carolynn Slocum received her BS in Public Health from Western Washington University in 1996 and her childbirth educator certification from the International Childbirth Education Association in 2000. She has over 15 years of experience working as a childbirth educator. She is also a certified doula and has attended over 300 births since 2005.

Pregnancy and childbirth are powerful events, and the years that follow are full of joys and challenges. Let Bellingham Technical College’s expert educators guide you through this momentous time with pregnancy and birthing courses co-sponsored by PeaceHealth St. Joseph Medical Center.

You’ll meet and connect with other expecting parents and learn together how to prepare for labor, cope with childbirth, and care for a newborn. The advice, guidance, and connections can continue at BTC’s parenting courses and workshops.

Parents and children can bond with other families in our engaging, interactive classes with newborns, toddlers and multiple young children, or attend a variety of workshops aimed to help parents navigate the ups and downs of raising children of all ages.

Did you know? PeaceHealth provides half-scholarships for all BTC Childbirth classes (up to $100/year).

Inquire at the time of registration!

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Fall 2018

Comfort Techniques for Labor & Birth CHFM 118This class is designed to provide pregnant women and their partners with more information about pain and coping, including: birthing tech-niques, labor positions, comfort measures, and options for back labor. Suggestions for partners providing labor support are presented. Item#: 8050 Sa 9/22 SlocumLocation: HC 204 9:00a-11:30a $40.00Item#: 8051 Sa 12/1 SlocumLocation: HC 204 9:00a-11:30a $40.00

Breastfeeding Basics & Beyond CHFM 119Breastfeeding offers a baby an optimal start in life and provides lifelong health benefits. Accurate information and support are essential for a breastfeeding mother. This course is designed to provide the expectant woman and her support person(s) basic information necessary to initiate and to sustain breastfeeding, for as long as desired. Topics covered will include: breastfeeding resources, role of the support person(s), preparation and getting started, responding to challenges in the early postpartum period and beyond, including mother-baby separation and pumping, and answers to personal questions.Item#: 8101 Sa 9/15 FolletLocation: HC 220 9:00a-11:30a $40.00Item#: 8102 Sa 11/10 FolletLocation: HC 220 9:00a-11:30a $40.00

Bringing Baby Home CHFM 120Bringing Baby Home is a research-based and research-tested psycho-educational workshop that is dedicated to improving the quality of life for babies and children by strengthening their families. In this workshop, those who are expecting a baby or already parenting an infant will learn how to strengthen their friendship, increase intimacy and affection, work through conflict with greater ease, create positive child interactions, and ensure quality involvement for both parents. Bringing Baby Home Work-book and materials are included. Item#: 8140 M 10/1-11/5 FolletLocation: HC 220 6:00p-8:00p $199.00

Pediatric CPR for Family & Friends HLTH 114This course is designed to assist anyone desiring to learn CPR for personal reasons, but not needing a completion card for employment. This pedi-atric course covers CPR for infants and children, and relief of foreign body airway obstruction. A participation card is issued for this course.Item#: 4225 W 10/10 StaffLocation: HC 111 6:00p-8:30p $42.00

Fall 2018 Childbirth Classes Classes Continued

What to BringPart of each class is spent on the floor practicing relaxation and breathing techniques. Please bring the following to class:

1. Several pillows2. Blanket or soft mat3. Bottle of water

You are encouraged but not required to bring a support person who is willing to help you practice various techniques and be with you through labor and birth. Your support person could be your spouse, partner, friend, relative or a doula/birth coach. Class fee covers both you and your support person.

Next Child & Family Studies ClassesThe learning continues after your baby is born with BTC’s Family Connec-tions classes for infants and young toddlers. These classes offer a safe, inviting, relaxed atmosphere where you can meet other parents/care-givers, build relationships and find answers to your parenting questions.

Class descriptions: www.btc.edu/TakeClasses

• Baby ‘N’ Me (1-7 months)

• Baby ‘N’ Me (8-12 months)

• Exploring with Toddlers

• More Than One

• Men & Children

• Raising School-Age Children

• Parenting the Love & Logic Way

• And more!

BTC RegistrationIn order to begin class at the appropriate time in your pregnancy, please register early. Find all registration details, helpful instructions, and download the form at www.btc.edu/registerIf you know who your support person will be, they should complete a form as well. If not, the support person can register at the first class session. Course fees are waived for support persons. You will need a Student ID number to register. To request your SID, go to www.btc.edu/SID

Let us know if we can assist you!Registration: 360.752.8350 | registration@btc.eduCashier: 360.752.8311 | cashier@btc.eduRefund policy: www.btc.edu/refund

Preparation for Childbirth & Parenting CHFM 105This traditional course covers the full spectrum of pregnancy, labor and birth, newborn care, postpartum and parenting, and is designed for those who want to focus on their pregnancy and parenting while building relationships with other pregnant families. Information about the last trimester of pregnancy, labor and birth including comfort and coping techniques, newborn care and feeding, and the challenges and rewards of parenting will be covered. A postpartum session (reunion) with parents and babies is included.Item#: 8001 W 9/5-10/24 FolletLocation: HC 204 6:30p-9:00p $199.00Item#: 8002 T 10/23-12/11 SlocumLocation: HC 204 6:30p-9:00p $199.00

Pregnancy & Childbirth CHFM 106A condensed version of our traditional series, this shorter series focuses on healthy pregnancy and birth and is great as a refresher option. Infor-mation on pregnancy, labor and birth, and comfort and coping tech-niques will be covered. There will be limited information on newborns, breastfeeding, and the postpartum period presented, and less time to practice skills in class. A postpartum session (reunion) with parents and babies is included.Item#: 8010 M 9/10-10/8 SlocumLocation: HC 204 6:30p-9:00p $119.00Item#: 8012 Th 10/18-11/15 FowlerLocation: HC 204 6:30p-9:00p $119.00Item#: 8011 W 11/7-12/12 (no class 11/21) FolletLocation: HC 220 6:30p-9:00p $119.00Note: Course fees waived for those covered by WA Apple Health (Medicaid) waivers.

Prep. for Childbirth: Weekend Condensed CHFM 107This weekend course is designed for the pregnant woman and her support person whose schedule prevents them from taking the eight-session course. The weekend format will provide a quick overview of late pregnancy, birth, and postpartum, as well as breathing and relaxation methods to make childbirth easier.Item#: 8022 SaSu 9/29-9/30 SlocumLocation: JOS 5,6 See below $149.00Item#: 8023 SaSu 11/3-11/4 SlocumLocation: JOS 5,6 See below $149.00Note: Class times are Saturday 8:30a-5:30p and Sunday 12:30p-5:30p. Course fees waived for those covered by WA Apple Health (Medicaid) waivers.

Hypnotic Childbirth CHFM 112This five-week online course is designed to help women overcome their fear of the birthing process and to build trust in women’s inherent ability to give birth. Extensive exercises in relaxation, visualization, and over-coming obstacles include the best self-hypnosis techniques to achieve an optimal state of mind and to prepare for a safe, satisfying, natural birth. The online forum allows for self-paced learning while still connecting with others.Item#: 8150 9/24-10/26 RipperLocation: Online $149.00

VBAC: Vaginal Birth After Cesarean CHFM 101Vaginal Birth After Cesarean (VBAC) is a safe and viable option for many women who have had a prior cesarean. This one-session class will review current research to help you and your partner understand the risks and benefits of both VBAC and repeat cesarean birth. Participants will learn coping and comfort techniques to prepare for each stage of labor, and how to navigate the hurdles you may face as you pursue a VBAC. Item#: 8040 Th 10/11 SlocumLocation: HC 204 6:30p-9:00p $40.00

PeaceHealth provides half-scholarships for all BTC Childbirth classes (up to $100/year).Students should inquire at the time of registration!

Childbirth Waivers & ScholarshipsWashington Apple Health (Medicaid) Class Waivers:Course fees for select classes are waived for participants upon presen-tation of Washington Apple Health (Medicaid) card and submission of Childbirth Waiver form.

Online Waiver Form: www.btc.edu/ChildbirthWaiverFind the waiver form online or pick up a copy in person at our Registra-tion office. The form also includes information about the Washington Apple Health (Medicaid) program, including eligibility and how to enroll.