Childbirth & Parenting Classes

We are here to help you and your new family through all the stages of your pregnancy.

To help you feel more comfortable about your childbirth experience, we encourage you to be as educated as possible before and after your delivery. Therefore, we offer various classes to help you and your partner understand how the birthing process works and how to care for your baby once your child arrives.

Click the links below to see our wide-array of classes.

We are pleased to offer Birth eClass an online Childbirth & Parenting Class for moms who are on bed rest or parents whose schedule cannot accommodate traditional classes. The eClass offers simple, easy-to-use, self-paced classes with engaging videos, animation, quizzes, and fun activities that will help you and your partner become educated on what to expect during childbirth.

For more information about how to register for the Birth eClass, please contact us at 440.356.0347.

Lactation Consultant Services »

Our internationally board-certified lactation consultants (IBCLC) will help you learn all you need to know for successful breast-feeding. In addition to classes, they are available to answer questions on the breast feeding helpline.

Breastfeeding Helpline
216.476.7222
Calls left after 2:30 p.m. will be returned the following day

Breastfeeding Support Group »

Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays
1 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Meets at the Fairview Wellness Center
Free

A support system for breastfeeding mothers. Group setting, but individual advice and attention from a lactation consultant provided. Problem solving for engorgement, latching on, weaning, pumping and storing milk, growth spurts, etc. Mothers only for privacy reasons.

Registration not required.
Call 440.356.0347 for more information.

Private consultation also available at $75 per hour.
Call 440.356.0347 for more information.

New Mother's Support Group »

Tuesdays
10 a.m. - Noon
Fairview Wellness Center
Free

This group is a great way to meet other moms with infants, sharing ideas, frustrations, and solutions. Group is facilitated by a RN. Designed for mothers with babies ages newborn to one year. Non-mobile infants welcome.

Did you know that 75 percent of all car seats for infants and children are installed incorrectly? Car Seat installation can be tricky. Have your car seat installed prior to delivery at one of our monthly Fit Stops.

This free program is designed to help parents learn the correct way to select, install and place children of all ages in a proper restraint.

This opportunity is not only free but will help to keep your child safe. Schedule an appointment early to make sure you have your car seat installed before delivery!

By appointment only
First Monday of each month, 4 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Fairview Park Fire Department, 20777 Lorain Ave., Fairview Park
For an appointment call 216.476.0200.

Most classes are held at Fairview Hospital Wellness Center - unless otherwise specified.
3035 Wooster Rd.
Rocky River, OH 44116

Once registered, please mail payment (Check or Money Order) to:
Fairview Hospital
Childbirth Education Room 104
3035 Wooster Rd.
Rocky River, OH 44116

Make checks payable to: Fairview Hospital

To inquire about special one-on-one sessions or if you have any questions, please contact our Childbirth Educator at 440.356.0347.