Education

AtThe Midwife Group, Women’s Health and Birth Center, we offer various classes to help expectant and new mothers and their families. You can sign up for our Birth Class or Breastfeeding Class today, or head on over to the Events page for more information on events and classes happening now!

Birth Class

This “All in One session” Birth Class is for couples expecting their first baby or parents that need a refresher.  This class encompasses all aspects of the anatomy and physiology of birth, coping skills and what to expect.

Since this class is so intensive, we ask no children, please. This particular class is recommended 1-2 months prior to your baby’s due date. This is a non-refundable registration fee (unless true emergency) and will secure your place in the class. All instructional materials and snacks will be provided at your class. This class is open to the community.

• Fee: $30.00 per couple.
• To register:  midwifestore.com/shop/birth-class/

Breastfeeding Class

This class is taught by Helen Pastures, Board-Certified Lactation Consultant with Latch Breastfeeding Support (click here for more info). It encompasses all facets of breastfeeding to include advantages, anatomy and physiology of the breast, techniques, troubleshooting, and practical advice.

Both parents are encouraged to attend. The class is the 4^th Tuesday of each month from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

• Fee: $30 due at registration
• The class is held at 460 Mall Blvd, Oglethorpe Professional Plaza, (office of Dr. Ramos) Savannah, Ga.
• To register: Please call 912-306-4619 with name and e-mail address to register.

Helpful Links

Glossary of Terms

• Click here

Baby’s Brain Development

• talkwithmebaby.org
• harvard.edu/science/key-concepts/
• bbbgeorgia.org

Birth Centers

• National Birth Center Study II
• Outcome of Care in Birth Centers
• http://verifymybirthcenter.org/

Birth Certificates

• chathamsafetynet.org/the-chatham-county-health-department/index.html
• georgia.gov/birth-records

Breastfeeding

• La Leche League International
• Jack Newman
• KellyMom
• The Breast Crawl

Circumcision

• National Organization for Circumcision Information Resource Center
• Circumcision Resource Center
• American Academy of Pediatrics

Child Safety/Car Seat Safety

• safekids.org
• safercar.gov

Childbirth Preparation

• Lamaze International
• International Childbirth Education Association

Depression

• General Depression
• Post-Partum Depression
• Post-Partum Depression
• Post-Partum Support International
• Post-Partum Depression.org

Domestic Violence

• General Information
• SAFE Shelter of Savannah
• Rape Crisis Center of the Coastal Empire

Doulas

• DONA  (Doulas of North America)
• CAPPA  (Childbirth & Postpartum Professional Association)

Evidence-Based Practice

• Evidence Based Birth
• Improving Birth
• Coalition for Improving Maternity Services
• Childbirth Connection

Exercise During Pregnancy

• ACOG – Exercise During Pregnancy and the Postpartum Period
• Physical Activity for Everyone- Guidelines: Healthy Pregnant or Postpartum Women
• Exercise During Pregnancy(pdf)

Food, Water and Product Safety

• Environmental Working Group
• Environmental Protection Agency

HypnoBirthing ®

• hypno-birthing.com
• Local Hypnobirth Instructor: adamshypnobirthing.com

Kangaroo Care

• kangaroomothercare.com
• kangaroocareusa.org/education.html

Midwifery

• American College of Nurse-Midwives
• Midwives Alliance of North America
• Birth Centers

Medications & More During Pregnancy & Breastfeeding

• mothertobaby.org

Natural Health

• Natural News
• Mercola

Nitrous Oxide In Labor

• wiley.com/doi/10.1111/jmwh.12103/pdf

Newborn Screening

• Critical Congenital Heart Defects Screening
• Metabolic Diseases Screening

Nutrition

• Food Pyramid
• My Plate

Optimal Fetal Positioning

• Spinning Babies

Pregnancy and Birth

• American College of Nurse Midwives
• Baby Center
• Childbirth Connection
• March of Dimes

TENS Unit

• kemh.health.wa.gov.au/brochures/consumers/wnhs0386.pdf

Water Birth

• Water Birth International

Vaccines

• National Vaccine Information Center
• Center for Disease Control and Prevention
• Sears

Vitamin K Injection After Birth

• http://evidencebasedbirth.com/vitamin-k-lesson-handout
• http://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/vitamink/facts.html

We have taken the time to review the following websites as credible and excellent sources of information. Please note though that we do not endorse all information on these sites. Local referrals and resources can be provided, individually and at need.