Prenatal Classes

The Sallye Jean Toniette, MD Women's Center at West Calcasieu Cameron Hospital is designed to provide an exceptional birthing experience. From a variety of classes that will help prepare you and your family for the new baby to encouraging quiet times with you baby after the birth, our staff is ready to help welcome your new addition. 

Whole-family support is also offered through several educational offerings designed not only for mothers, but fathers and siblings as well. Classes cover prenatal care, childbirth preparation, having a new baby in the family, parenting, and breastfeeding. 

Online Childbirth Education 

This online, interactive class is ideal for parents with time constraints, schedule conflicts, or those interested in a go-at-your-own-pace childbirth education resource. It includes information on topics such as: 

• Prenatal and Postpartum Care 
• Labor and Birth 
• Breastfeeding 
• Formula Feeding 
• Newborn Care 

Enrollment in the online childbirth education class includes one in-person session of our Preparing for Delivery and Breastfeeding Class. Cost for the class may apply. If you are interested in this course, please complete the online course registration form. 

Watch this short video to learn more about all our YoMingo online education resource has to offer: YoMingo Maternity Education App Video 

Breastfeeding Foundations

This class will prepare you for delivery, your hospital stay and getting to know your baby in the weeks to follow. Evidence is clear that certain techniques promote a strong bond between mother and baby and boost the health of the baby. The following techniques are discussed in the class:

• Benefits of Skin-to-Skin Contact 
• Feeding Baby on Cue 
• Keeping Baby Close 
• Breastfeeding Education 
• Support Team 
• Comfort Measures 

These tips will give you a great start with your baby, beginning with your delivery experience and expectations. This class will also include time for one-on-one questions with a certified lactation counselor and childbirth educator for any specific concerns or interests.

This class is held monthly on a Tuesday from 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. in the WCCH North Conference Room near the Cypress Street Lobby. Class fee of $10 may apply.