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Maternity Tour

This fun and informative presentation gives expectant parents a free sneak preview of our maternity services. Nursing staff from Southwest Healthcare System will discuss preadmission procedures and childbirth options, our Labor/Delivery/ Recovery (LDR) rooms, selecting an obstetrician and family doctor, as well as nursing practices and a guided tour of the maternity unit. We offer two tours on selected Monday evenings (5:30 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.) and one tour on the specified Saturdays. All tours meet in the Administrative Services building. We're sorry but children under 12 are not allowed on Maternity Tours.

Rancho Springs Medical Center
Tours meet in the Administrative Services building

Mondays: 5:30 p.m. and 7:00.p.m. 

  • January 16, 23, 30
  • February 6, 13, 27
  • March 5, 12, 19
  • April 9, 16, 30
  • May 7, 14, 21
  • June 4, 11, 18

Saturdays: 10:00 – 11:30 a.m.

  • January 21
  • February 18
  • March 10
  • April 28
  • May 19
  • June 23

Childbirth Preparation

Weeknight Series
A highly recommended course for first-time moms and their partners, this 4-week series meets once a week to teach expectant parents how to meet the challenges of childbirth. It covers a range of topics, including the stages and phases of labor and birth, hospital procedures, medication options, cesarean birth and postpartum adjustment. In addition, breathing strategies, comfort measures and relaxation techniques are taught and practiced to maximize your ability to cope with the physical, emotional and mental stress of the labor process. Due to the sensitive nature of this class, it is highly recommended that you do not bring children.

3-Week Series

Rancho Springs Medical Center
7:00 – 9:30 p.m.
Fee: $110
Bring 1 pillow and a blanket

Tuesday Classes
Instructor: Sandy Salgado

  • January 17 – 31
  • March 6 – 20
  • May 1 – 15
  • May 22 – June 5

Wednesday Classes
instructor: Sheri Brodie

  • February 1 – 15
  • April 4 – 18
  • June 6 – 20

Childbirth Prep, One-Day, Saturday

Rancho Springs Medical Center
Instructor: Sheri Brodie
Saturdays, 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Fee: $125
FULL lunch included
Bring 1 pillow and a blanket

Instructor: Sheri Brodie

  • January 14
  • March 17
  • May 12
  • July 21

Instructor: Sandy Salgado

  • Feburary 11
  • April 21
  • June 16

Breastfeeding Class

Taught by our certified lactation educator, this class helps moms develop the unique skills needed to make breastfeeding a successful and satisfying experience. Topics covered include advantages of breastfeeding and proper breastfeeding techniques. Dads or other support persons are encouraged and welcomed.

Rancho Springs Medical Center
Thursdays, 7:00 – 9:30 p.m.
Instructor: Sandy Salgado
Fee: $40
Bring a doll/stuffed animal

  • January 26
  • Feburary 28
  • March 27
  • April 24
  • May 24
  • June 21

Sibling Class

This one-session class is designed for siblings ages 4 to 11. Topics include adjustments to a new baby and helpful hints on becoming a big brother or sister. No limit for number of siblings per class.

Rancho Springs Medical Center
Conference Center
Thursday, 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

Fee: $25 per family
Bring a doll/stuffed animal

  • January 25
  • March 22
  • May 17
  • June 19

Car Seat Safety

This free class will help expectant parents be ready to bring their baby home from the hospital. The presentation will cover the importance and proper techniques of installing a car seat for your infant or child. CHP officers are aviable to install your car seat after the presentation. Please be sure to bring a car seat with you.

Rancho Springs Medical Center
6:30pm - 9:00pm
Fee: Free

  • February 2
  • April 19
  • June 14

Class Information

PREREGISTRATION REQUIRED FOR ALL CLASSES AND TOURS.

To register, call 1-800-879-1020.

Maternity classes at Rancho Springs Medical Center, unless otherwise noted, take place at:

25520 Medical Center Drive
Administrative Services Building

Breastfeeding Support Group

MOMS 2 MOMS GROUP
Open to mothers and nursing infants of any age.

Cost: FREE
NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED

Two Sessions Offered:
Tuesdays and Fridays:
10:00 a.m. – Noon

Medical Office Building
25485 Medical Center Dr. Ste. 106 

For more information, please call (951) 696-2621. 

Early Pregnancy Class

This class is designed to help new moms take those impotatnt first steps in their journey through poregnancy. Information is presented on dfetal growth and development, the physical and emotional changes of pregnancy and the nutritional needs of the new mom. Moms and their support coaches are encouraged to attend as early in their pregnancy as they would like.

Rancho Springs Medical Center
Friday: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Fee: Free

  • January 13
  • March 16
  • May 11

Childbirth Refresher

This class is designed for parents who have experienced childbirth and want a refresher. It reviews the stages and phases of labor and birth with strong emphasis on breathing and relaxation exercises and use of comfort measures and provides information on sibling adjustment.

7:00 – 9:30 p.m.
Fee: $40
Bring 1 pillow and a blanket

  • January 19
  • March 15
  • May 10
  • July 24

Newborn Care Class

This one-time class helps new parents develop the special skills and confidence necessary to care for a newborn. Diapering, bathing and comforting are a few subjects discussed and/or demonstrated. In addition, the educator will cover newborn hospital procedures and common newborn characteristics.

7:00 – 9:30 p.m.
Fee: $40
Bring a doll/stuffed animal
  • January 11
  • Feburary 9
  • March 7
  • April 12
  • May 9
  • June 7 

Comfort for Labor

This class is designed for parents who have already taken a labor and birth preparation class, and who would like additional hands-on practice. The focus of the class covers a wide range of comfort measures, relaxation exercises, breathing, and partner involvement for labor. Included is a Birth Relaxation DVD that includes several practice relaxation exercises for continued practice at home. Dress comfortably and bring three or four pillows and a blanket.

Rancho Springs Medical Center
Conference Center
Wednesdays, 7:00 – 9:00 p.m.
Instructor: Sharon Brodie
Fee: $25.00

  • January 18
  • March 14
  • May 16
  • July 17

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