Classes and resources

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Step into the journey of pregnancy and parenthood with confidence. Our educational programs let you connect with other parents while you learn about pregnancy, labor, birth, breastfeeding, baby care, safety, and parenting.

Some programs are open to non–Kaiser Permanente members, too. Call for more information.

 
Childbirth education class
Learn about your changing body, and signs and stages of labor. Review relaxation exercises, breathing techniques, and comfort measures for labor. Connect with your birth partner and discuss your birthing options, positions for labor, and pain management. Learn more
 
Childbirth education video

Welcome to pregnancy care with Kaiser Permanente
This two-hour informational session covers that basics of prenatal care at Kaiser Permanente. Get the help you need to navigate your pregnancy journey and get your questions answered. Participate in a virtual tour of the labor and delivery unit and learn what is offered on kp.org. Learn more

Welcome to Pregnancy Care with KP video
Recording of Welcome to Pregnancy with Kaiser Permanente session
Length: 1:20:37

kpfamilybirthcenter.org

  • Take a Virtual Tour: Explore the Family Birth Center with self-guided (virtual) tours.
  • Meet your Team: Meet the family of experts dedicated to caring for you and your family.
  • Visualize Your Delivery Day: Visualize your delivery day and the amazing care you’ll get at the Family Birth Center.

Learn more

Newborn care videos
Having a baby can be a wonderful and yet overwhelming experience. Prepare for your new bundle of joy and learn about delivery and recovery.
Part 1 of 2: Delivery and Recovery Overview 
Part 2 of 2: Infant Care and Safety

Our new baby video
Introducing a new sibling into the family. Length: 6:06. 

Pregnancy and healthy living video
This class is designed to help pregnant women make healthy lifestyle choice throughout their pregnancy and beyond birth. Length: 49:13. 

COVID-19: How to prioritize self-care during pregnancy
Pregnancy brings changes big and small, and with the added stress of dealing with COVID-19 you may be feeling overwhelmed. It’s important to prioritize you own self-care. This video shares ways you can increase your resilience in stressful ties. If you or your partner are struggling with depression or substance abuse, or if you’re suffering from intimate partner violence, we’re here to help you. 

Meditations for pregnancy and childbirth
Listen to these meditations to help support a healthy pregnancy and childbirth.

  • Intro: Meditations for pregnancy and childbirth. Length: 3:06
  • Imagery: Meditations for pregnancy and childbirth. Length: 23:35
  • Affirmation: Meditations for pregnancy and childbirth. Length: 26:39