This three-week program is offered to couples expecting their first baby or couples who have never attended childbirth classes. Classes focus both on the physical and emotional aspects of labor and delivery with an emphasis on breathing and relaxation techniques. The instructor will discuss the natural progression of labor and delivery, provide information on labor including medication and anesthesia options, discuss the role of support person, prepare participants for the possibility of cesarean birth, and provide a tour of the labor/delivery/maternity area.

We recommend that you take this series during your seventh month of pregnancy.

When registering, please use the mother's name and date of birth.

In the event of inclement weather or to check for any possible last minute class changes, please call the MLH Birth and Beyond Class Cancellation Phone Line at 610-648-1462. This number will confirm whether or not class will be held, as well as plans to reschedule. The decision to cancel a class/tour is made by 4:30pm for evening classes/tours and 7:30am for Saturday classes.