Postpartum Depression - Seattle Support Group - Swedish Medical Center

Understanding the Moods of Motherhood
Postpartum mood disorders can affect any woman after the birth of her baby. There are no clear answers as to why this happens, but when it does, help is available.  Talking about how you feel is the first step.

This free, drop-in support group is for new mothers interested in recognizing and working with post-partum mood disorders.  It meets each Monday (except major holidays) from 4:00pm-5:30pm in the Heath Building at 801 Broadway, 7th floor, Suite 718.  Parking is available in the Broadway parking garage located at the main entrance to the hospital at 747 Broadway.  Registration is not necessary.  For more information please call 206-386-3321.

Fee: Free

Pregnancy Exercise Class - Swedish Medical Center Seattle

Baby Your Body Pregnancy Exercise Education

This 2-week class was developed by a physical therapist from Swedish/Ballard's Rehabilitation Department.  It is designed to  help you stay comfortable and experience less pain during pregnancy.  We encourage you to begin this class early in pregnancy for the most benefit but it can be taken at any time.  This class is for women only.

Included in the class:

Baby Your Back - Teaches proper body mechanics, movement strategies as well as positioning and exercises aimed at keeping your back comfortable and injury free during pregnancy and infant care.

Pelvic Floor: The Key to Women's Health
Stresses the importance of pelvic-floor health. 

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Preparing For a C-Section - Birthing Class - Swedish Medical Center - Seattle

Planned Cesarean Birth Class
This class helps couples plan for and feel prepared for the scheduled cesarean birth of their baby by providing information on pre-operative instructions, the surgical procedure, the support partner's role, postpartum recovery, warning signs after a cesarean, adjustment to life with a new baby and includes a specialized tour of the birth center for families delivering by cesarean birth. 3-hour class.

Included in Welcome Baby Package 
Fee:  $45/couple

Preparing For Twins - Swedish Medical Center Parenting Class - Seattle

Preparing for Multiples
This class includes vital information for families expecting multiples.  Class content includes information on the importance of nutrition in a multiple pregnancy, the physical and emotional challenges of multiple pregnancy and ways to reduce stress and stay more comfortable. You will learn the signs of preterm labor and other potential complications.  Also included is what to expect during labor, birth, cesarean birth and recovery and how multiple pregnancy and birth differs from singleton birth. In addition you will learn about postpartum adjustment and receive a tour of the birth center. 

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Preparing Sibling for a Baby - Seattle Parenting Class - Swedish Medical Center

Sibling Preparation
Just as your first baby had a major impact on your life, your new baby will have considerable impact on his or her older sibling's life. This class helps children age 3 to 10 years old understand the birth process and what it's like to have a new baby in the family.  A mini-tour of the birth center is included which will help prepare them for visiting mom in the hospital.  Each sibling should be registered separately.  A parent must accompany child during the class.  Children must be at least 3 years old to attend this class.1.5 hour class.
Welcome Baby Package covers 1 sibling attending this class.  Additional siblings must be registered and paid for separately. 

Fee:  $20/child