Health Education

Childbirth Express/Ascension Saint Joseph-Joliet

Learn what to expect during childbirth at Ascension Saint Joseph - Joliet , including delivery options, pain relief methods and how your support person can help you.

Cost

Registration

Bring your lunch or money for the cafeteria.


Other Dates and Times

WhenDate Time Registration
Saturday
February 15, 2025
9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
Saturday
March 15, 2025
9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
Saturday
April 26, 2025
9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
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Be ready for your baby's arrival with this class. Invite your partner or support person and learn what to expect before, during and after your delivery. Topics include:

  • The stages and phases of labor
  • Types of delivery, including vaginal delivery, Cesarean section and vaginal delivery after Cesarean (VBAC)
  • Labor pain relief methods, including epidurals and natural comfort measures

A tour of the Family Birthing Suites is included in this class.

Please plan to complete this class one month prior to your due date.