Education

At The 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: $35.00 per couple.
• Register Here 

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 1692 Chatham Parkway (The Midwife Group Women’s Health and Birth Center) Savannah, GA
• To register: Please call 912-306-4619 with name and e-mail address to register or register here.

Helpful Links

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.

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

Dental Care During Pregnancy

• https://www.newmouth.com/oral-health/effects/pregnancy/
• https://www.newmouth.com/dentistry/general/gingivitis/

Depression

• General Depression
• Post-Partum Depression
• Post-Partum Support International
• Post-Partum Depression.org
• Georgia Chapter – Postpartum Support International

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

Genetic Screening – the choice is yours

• Prenatal Genetic Screening Tests – FAQ
• Prenatal Genetic Diagnostic Tests – FAQ

HypnoBirthing ®

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

Kangaroo Care

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

Midwifery

• American College of Nurse-Midwives
  • Our Moment of Truth – Discover Midwife Care & Women’s Health 
• 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

• Evidence Based Birth – TENS for Pain Relief During Labor

Water Birth

• Water Birth International

Vaccines for You and Your Baby

• National Vaccine Information Center
• Center for Disease Control and Prevention
• Ask Dr. Sears
• Whooping Cough Information for Pregnant Women

Vitamin K Injection After Birth

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

Local Resources

SavannahBirth.com

 

• • Savannah Birth Professionals – Savannah has a browing birth community where families are looking for pregnancy and birth education, healthcare providers, and support professionals.

Breastfeeding

• • Latch Breastfeeding Support – Helen Pastures, MPH, IBCLC – Helen helps address any concerns around breastfeeding with compassion, wisdom and grace.

Chiropractors

• • Bright Life Chiropractic
  • Empowered Life Chiropractic- Dr. Wendy Sanches
  • Restoration Chiropractic – Dr. Kaleb Scroggin

Counseling

• • Bridget Cross, MFA, LCSW  – Individual and family therapist with training and certification in maternal mental health
  • Brandy Zinn, LPC – Child & Adolescent, Couples Counseling, Family Therapy, Individual Therapy, Maternal Support, EMDR Therapy

Domestic Violence

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

Doulas

• • Doulas of Coastal Georgia – a collective of dynamic doulas who support moms in pregnancy, childbirth, postpartum, and in pergnancy/infant loss

HypnoBirthing

• • Meghan Adams – Local hypnotherapist