THIS CLASS IS AVAILABLE FOR DOWNLOAD AT ANY TIME AND IS ON-DEMAND - PLEASE DISREGARD DATE AND TIME
MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital Center Prenatal eClasses provide learners convenient access to lessons and resources whenever and wherever you are – on a computer or mobile device, in the safety and comfort of your own home – whenever it is convenient for you! The eClasses are available for 9 months after the date they are opened, which provides an opportunity to review breastfeeding and newborn information whenever needed, even after delivery. Each eClass includes engaging videos, 3D animations, learning activities, fun quizzes, helpful web links, downloadable PDFs, and a Parent’s Toolbox loaded with interactive tools. An audio library with soothing sounds and lullabies is also included. And if at any point you have any questions, the “Ask an Educator” feature allows you to contact a patient educator at the MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital Women and Newborns Center.
Understanding Birth eClass
Consider the Understanding Birth eClass your go-to guide for answers you can trust on childbirth. This interactive online course covers essential information on labor and more, and highlights ways partners can help throughout the process. You’ll also get a sense of what labor is really like as you watch several birth stories. You’ll even have an opportunity to create your own birth plan! Please allow 4-6 hours to complete.
eClass chapters:
- Pregnancy
- Labor
- Birth Stories
- Comfort Techniques
- Medical Procedures
- Cesarean Birth
- Newborns
- Postpartum
If you are interested in registering for our Understanding Birth eClass, please contact us at MSMHC-ChildbirthEducation@medstar.net.